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Jesus' First Full Year of Ministry

Matthew 4, Mark 1-2, Luke 4-5, John 2-4
Brad Orr
January 7, 2026
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The True Meaning of Christmas

Merry Christmas everyone!!!           Christmas is my favorite holiday of the year by far. Having the opportunity...
Matthew Ball
December 23, 2025
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Thoughts From a Minister and a Parent

I love ministering on staff at Shady Oaks Baptist Church. I love our church. Besides being a minister, I am a...
Christy Fritts
December 16, 2025
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Christmas Can Change Your Life

In his sermon on Sunday morning, Pastor Jay referenced a question some people ask: “Which is more important?...
Christy Fritts
December 4, 2025
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Are You Thankful for Your Church?

                I have been in church ministry for nearly 28 years, and I was in church a lot twenty-five years...
Dr. Jay Fannin
November 26, 2025
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Worshipping In Diversity...

But Not What You Think
Dr. Jay Fannin
November 19, 2025
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Bearing the Fruit of Joy in the Christian Life

             There is a social media page called “The Church Curmudgeon” that pokes fun at the grumpiness that...
Dr. Jay Fannin
November 10, 2025
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Are You Allowed to Have Fun in Church?

            The short answer is YES! However, I feel like some people were never taught that growing up. My...
Dr. Jay Fannin
November 4, 2025
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6 Helps to Pray When It Doesn't Seem Like It's Working

You know God loves you. You know He answers prayer. You know your eternal destiny is secured. But have you ever...
Richard Adams
October 28, 2025
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Use Your Influence for Good

  Everything you have is a gift from God. God has given you your family, your health, your ministry, and even your...
Richard Adams
October 21, 2025

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