First Methodist Church Opelika

Luke 5:15-16

Removing the Barriers: Overcoming the Obstacles to Intentional Connection with God

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Mark 10: 17-27

Removing Barriers

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Mark 4: 35-41

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Dr. Ivan Filby

Genesis 16:11-14

Dr. Filby is the President and CEO of Seedbed, the publishing and teaching ministry of Asbury Theological Seminary. He is an ordained minister in the Free Methodist Church (UK & Ireland) and has served as a university president, management professor, and business school dean. He is also the author of Livestream: Learning to Minister in the Power of the Holy Spirit and Speak Tenderly: Prophetic Ministry Seasoned with Grace, both offering practical guidance for hearing God’s voice and ministering with grace. His teaching combines biblical depth, prophetic insight, and a tender pastoral heart.

Senior Pastor Nolan Donald describes both men as “friends, mentors, and major influences” in his own spiritual journey. “Their voices have shaped my life in prayer, in trusting the Holy Spirit, and in longing for awakening,” he said.

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Matthew 23:1-12

Removing the Barriers

Overcoming the Obstacles to Intentional Connection with God

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Psalm 126

Dr. David Thomas serves as Senior Advisor to New Room and Vice Chair of Alpha USA. A former United Methodist pastor, he has spent decades calling individuals and churches back to the transforming power of prayer and the reality of revival. His ministry with New Room has mobilized countless believers to pray boldly for God’s kingdom to come, and through Alpha he helps create spaces where people can explore faith and encounter Jesus in a personal way. Known for his clarity, warmth, and focus on the Holy Spirit’s work, Dr. Thomas brings a timely message for all who long to see God move.

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Matthew 6:25-34

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Next Generation Sunday

Listen to the Nudge

2 Corinthians 12:9-10

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Snapshots of Invitation

Invitation to Me

Acts 2:42-47

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Acts 16:25-34

Snapshots of Invitation

An Invitation to Midnight Faith

First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.

For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika