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Welcome to the Friendship Baptist Church (FBC) blog! Here, you will find up-to-date posts on our latest church news, interesting articles related to the Christian faith, explanations of common key doctrinal questions, and more. Be sure to check back with us regularly to see our very latest posts!


25 Years Later: Have We Forgotten?

Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, we remember where we were, the lives lost, the heroes who responded, and the church doors that opened—but have we forgotten what that day revealed about our broken world and our need for God?

As we reflect this year, may we also remember that no human effort can create lasting peace; our hope is found in Jesus Christ alone, the Victor over sin, death, and the grave.

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Patience in Our Lives: Trusting God’s Perfect Timing

Aug 31, 2026, News and Updates

What began with a calling to Ireland ultimately led to Australia, teaching missionaries Deon and Michelle Rensburg that closed doors can be divine direction and waiting can be preparation.

Read their encouraging story through Deon’s eyes as they learned to trust God’s perfect timing—even when His plan looks quite different than ours.

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More Than a Missions Trip in Paradise

Warned that Hawaii Kai was a “church planting graveyard,” Pastor Rafael Soto and his family faithfully followed God’s call—and nearly 10 years later, Kai Point Baptist Church stands as a testimony to God’s faithfulness.

Read how our FBC summer missions team traveled 4,800 miles to serve alongside the Sotos, encourage their church, and witness firsthand that where God calls, He provides.

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Hang in There Like a Hair in a Biscuit

What does biblical success really look like?

During the special celebration honoring Pastor Bob and Kelly DeAngelo’s 25 years of ministry at Friendship Baptist Church, Sammy Frye shared a memorable message centered on two simple but powerful words—faithful and fruitful—along with a Southern expression you’ll never forget…

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Mom’s Work Is Never Finished

May 21, 2026, News and Updates

Motherhood rarely comes with checked-off boxes or finished projects—but this blog from Megan reminds moms that faithfulness in the little, repetitive things matters deeply.

Through simple, attainable goals and a Christ-centered perspective, mothers can find joy and purpose in the beautiful, unfinished work of raising their children.

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Beautiful Hands of Jesus

The hands of Jesus that once healed and comforted were the same hands pierced on the cross for our redemption.

As we prepare for Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday, we reflect on His sacrifice, His victory, and His hands still reaching out to give new life.

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The Best Books I Read in 2025

Mar 15, 2026, News and Updates

I love to read because I love to learn.

It is extremely satisfying to me when I come across a fresh idea or a new way of looking at things. It is

entertaining
challenging
a source of my personal growth
and it increases my connection with people.

In 2025, I set a goal of reading 45 books. In late December, I finished my 53rd book, meaning I truly finished a book a week.

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Our purpose is to make much of our Lord Jesus Christ and His gospel through the preaching of His Word and the making of disciples. At Friendship Baptist Church (FBC) we teach the Bible in order to facilitate spiritual growth in all of God’s people and to provide opportunities for Christian fellowship. God has graciously used Friendship to further His work both locally and across the globe since 1965.