2024 DEVOTIONAL PROGRAM
At First Church we believe that full devotion to Christ should be every believers pursuit.
Now is the time to strengthen your walk with God with special time of prayer, fasting, and Bible reading.
We encourage everyone to join us this year in our 2024 Devotional Program.
2024 Devotional Program
This year's Devotional Program Challenge is:
Bible Reading:
- Read the entire New Testament plus two books from the 2024 reading list options (see below).
Prayer:
- Devotion goal of 30 minutes per day.
- Pre-service prayer before each service.
- Family Prayer: First Tuesday of the month.
Fasting:
- Fast weekly on a day of your choosing.
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Two-day fast from food and media/entertainment on the first Monday/Tuesday of every odd month.
(March, May, July, September, November)
2024 Reading List
Complete two of the following twenty-five reading options as part of the our 2024 Bible Reading Program.
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Option 1
Acts Witherspoon The Amazing History of the Early Church
By Jet Witherspoon Toole
Description:
The history of the Early Church is brought to life in this chapter-by-chapter study of the Book of Acts.
Option 2
The Oneness of God (Volume 1)
By David K. Bernard
Description:
The biblical revelation of the one true God, including the identity of Jesus Christ as God manifest in the flesh, is the foundation of the Christian faith. The Oneness of God is a thorough, biblical exposition of the oneness of God and the deity of Jesus Christ, with answers to objections and explanations of difficult passages of Scripture. The author's treatment of the oneness of God is simple, but the truths are profound, scholarly, and priceless.
Option 3
The New Birth (Volume 2)
By David K. Bernard
Description:
This book encourages all to receive the fullness of salvation that God has provided in Jesus Christ. The author presents biblical truth in an understandable yet scholarly way.
Option 4
In Search of Holiness: Pentecostal Theology Series (Volume 3)
By Loretta Bernard, David K. Bernard
Description:
Co-authored with Loretta Bernard, these truths will come alive in your studies and excite you with fundamental principles of holiness as taught in the Scriptures. Also available in Spanish.
Option 5
Practical Holines: A Second Look (Volume 4)
By David K. Bernard
Description:
Bernard investigates the theology of holiness, provides historical perspectives on practical holiness issues and delves into topics such as dress, hair, marriage and divorce, abortion, and astrology.
Option 6
Handbook on the Gospels
By Jeffrey Brickle
Description:
The Handbook on the Gospels is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook Series. The author takes us on a journey of multiple expeditions throughout the ancient Mediterranean world and introduces us to a cast of characters who were instrumental in preserving the story of Jesus. Although the tone is conversational, the scholarship underlying the conversation is robust.
Option 7
Handbook on the Book of Acts
By Robin Johnston
Description:
The Handbook on the Book of Acts is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook Series. In this handbook, the author “thoroughly examines how we should read and study Acts so as to comprehend and fulfill the purposes for which God has given it to the church. Employing concepts in contemporary scholarship, the author has written in a way that is understandable to all students of the Bible. This handbook is an excellent introduction to the significance, meaning, and content of an important portion of the Word of God. Every minister, leader, and student of Scripture should read this book. It is a valuable resource for all Christians” (from the foreword by David K. Bernard).
Option 8
Handbook on the Epistles of Paul
By Jeremy Painter
Description:
The Handbook on the Epistles of Paul is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook Series. Jeremy Painter’s insightful commentary takes the reader through an inductive study of the letters of Paul starting with Romans, I and II Corinthians, and followed by the rest of Paul’s writings to the churches in ancient Greece and Asia Minor, the Pastoral Epistles, and Philemon. The careful and well-researched notes will benefit ministers and saints alike.
Option 9
Handbook on the General Epistles and Revelation
By Jeff Brickle, Jeremy Painter
Description:
The Handbook on the General Epistles and Revelation is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook Series. In this volume, Jeremy Painter brings his creative pen and deep insight to Hebrews, James, Jude, and I & II Peter while Jeffrey Brickle deftly tackles the Epistles of John and the Book of Revelation. God still speaks through these books today, and if we tune our ears we can grasp His message.
Option 10
Gospel According To Mark
By Sidney L. Poe
Description:
A verse-by-verse analysis of the words, works, and background message of Jesus Christ. Written from an apostolic viewpoint, the commentary deals with specific aspects of the person and identity of Jesus Christ.
Option 11
The Message of Romans
By David K. Bernard
Description:
A thorough, readable exposition with emphasis on the major doctrinal points. With outlines, definitions of key words, insights from the Greek, and a clearly labeled discussion of each verse.
Option 12
Ephesians: The Bride's Pearl
By Brian Kinsy
Description:
Kinsey's rich analysis of the hidden pearls shed additional light on this most enlightening epistle. A verse-by-verse commentary on Ephesians.
Option 13
Message of Colossians & Philemon
By David K. Bernard
Description:
Bernard emphasizes the major doctrinal points, particularly the lordship of Jesus Christ. With outlines, definitions of key words, and insights from the Greek.
Option 14
Pastoral Epistles
By J. R. Ensey
Description:
This thorough, verse-by-verse study of I and II Timothy and Titus with a complete outline for teaching is an inspiring study for both ministers and laymen.
Option 15
Hebrews: Better Things
By Daniel L. Segraves
Description:
This new edition brings the formerly two-volume set of commentaries into one volume. Hebrews: Better Things explores in detail every verse of Hebrews, developing the Oneness Christology of the book and demonstrating conclusively that the Old Covenant was replaced by the New Covenant on the basis of the Cross of Christ.
Option 16
James: Faith At Work
By Daniel L. Segraves
Description:
This commentary is written from the Oneness Pentecostal perspective to exegete and analyze the Book of James.
Option 17
Second Peter & Jude
By Daniel L. Segraves
Description:
The Apostolic Bible Commentary series is a verse-by-verse look at key books of the Bible. This commentary on Second Peter and Jude was written by Daniel Segraves.
Option 18
Four Portraits, One Jesus: An Introduction to Jesus and the Gospels
By Mark L. Strauss
Description:
To Christians worldwide, the man Jesus of Nazareth is the centerpiece of history, the object of faith, hope, and worship. Even those who do not follow him admit the vast influence of his life. For anyone interested in knowing more about Jesus, study of the four biblical Gospels is essential. Four Portraits, One Jesus is a thorough yet accessible introduction to these documents and their subject, the life and person of Jesus.
Option 19
(2 Books)
ABC Acts I
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This lesson on Acts covers the following topics:
- The Acts of the Apostles
- The Ascension of Jesus
- The Birth of the Church
- The Apostolic Gospel, and more
ABC Acts II
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This second lesson on Acts covers the following topics:
- The Birth of Foreign Missions
- Paul's First Missionary Journey
- The First Church Council, and more
Option 20
The Bride's Prize: Philippians
By Brian Kinsey
Description:
In Brian Kinsey's commentary on Philippians we discover the ultimate goal of the Christian life-to aspire to and attain the mind of Christ-the bride's prize. Kinsey's work includes expository verse-by-verse analysis, expansive discussion of key verses, and contemporary application to the believers everyday life. Whether the reader needs a quick reference for a specific verse or wants to indulge in a thorough understanding of the entire letter, this commentary is an excellent place to start.
Option 21
Themes From a Letter to Rome
By Daniel L. Segraves
Description:
In his book, Themes From a Letter to Rome, Daniel L. Segraves discusses the seven major topics of Paul's letter. A grasp of these themes prepares the Bible student to enjoy the riches of all Paul's other letters. The Book of Romans reveals how right standing with God is imputed to the believer's account, how the law of Moses led israel to the Messiah, how God extends His free gift of grace, why faith can be defined as trusting God to be God, how holiness is found in separation unto God and from all else, why God will yet show His favor to national Israel, and why He now shows His favor to all people.
Option 22
Epistles I
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This lesson on Epistles covers the Pauline Epistles, Romans, and first & second Corinthians.
Option 23
Epistles II
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This second lesson on Epistles covers the letter to the Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and first & second Thessalonians.
Option 24
Epistles III
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This third lesson on Epistles covers the first & second Letter to Timothy, Titus, Philemon, and Hebrews.
Option 25
(Series of Four Books)
Life of Christ I
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This lesson on the Life of Christ covers the following topics:
- The Four Gospels
- Geography of Palestine
- Four Hundred Silent Years
- The Times of Jesus
- John the Baptist, and more
Life of Christ II
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This second lesson on the Life of Christ covers the following topics:
- Ministry of Miracles
- Jesus, the Miracle Worker, and more
Life of Christ III
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This third lesson on the Life of Christ covers the following topics:
- Sermon on the Mount
- Parables
- Salvation
- The Church and Her Future, and more
Life of Christ IV
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
This Bible course has been used internationally for over fifty years. This fourth lesson on the Life of Christ covers the following topics:
- The Triumphant Entry
- Passion Week
- The Last Supper
- The Farewell Message, and more
Option 26
First Peter Commentary
By Ralph V. Reynolds
Description:
In this verse-by-verse commentary, you find relevance to believers of all times and places who live among those who do not share their faith.