First Pentecostal Church of Buford

Tap here to send us a message!

Serving God should never be viewed as an obligation we reluctantly fulfill, but as a privilege and a pleasure that comes from knowing Him. When we understand the goodness of God and the opportunity we have to follow Him, our service becomes an expression of love, gratitude, and devotion. May our hearts always find joy in serving the Lord, extending His love to others, and faithfully walking wherever He leads.

11/1/2026 - Sunday Night

Scriptures: 

Hebrews 13:2 

Tap here to send us a message!

Our eternal destination is far too important to leave to chance, yet many approach the gospel as though salvation were something they could gamble with or put off until another day. We must understand the biblical plan of salvation, the necessity of repentance, water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ, and the infilling of the Holy Ghost, recognizing that being born of water and of the Spirit is essential to entering the Kingdom of God. Eternity demands more than religious tradition or a confession of belief; it demands that we obey the gospel, respond to the Word of God, and make our calling and election sure.

11/1/2026 - Sunday Morning 

Scriptures:

Proverbs 16:33

Genesis 17:10-11, 23

Joshua 5:2-3, 9

Colossians 2:11-12

Luke 24:47

Acts 2:38

Luke 13:3

Mark 1:15

II Peter 3:9

Acts 17:30, 3:19, 11:18

I Peter 3:21

Acts 22:16

John 3:5

Galatians 3:27

Acts 10:44-48

Romans 10:9-16

Mark 16:16

I Corinthians 12:3

Romans 8:9

Matthew 15:8

Proverbs 16:33

Romans 1:18-20

II Peter 1:10

Acts 19:1-6

Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 16:26

Tap here to send us a message!

There is a difference between simply experiencing the presence of God and making His presence the place where we continually dwell. As we pursue Him, abide under His covering, and remain close to Him, our lives become established in His presence, and His presence begins to shape everything within us. When we make Him our dwelling place, we find that He is not only with us in certain moments, but remains our refuge, our fortress, and our God in whom we place our trust.

10/29/26 - Thursday Night 

Scriptures: 

Psalm 91:1-2

Tap here to send us a message!

God is never indifferent to the pain, weakness, and struggles of His people, for He is touched by the feelings of our infirmities and deeply cares about what we endure. Even when His timing does not align with our expectations, His purpose is greater than what we can see, and what appears to be a hopeless ending can become the setting for His glory to be revealed. Jesus is not only moved by our tears, but has the power to bring life where death has prevailed, calling us to believe, obey His Word, and witness the glory of God.

10/25/26 - Sunday Morning

Scriptures: 

John 11:1-15

John 11:5-6, 23, 25, 35

Hebrews 4:15

John 11:40, 45

Acts 2:38

Tap here to send us a message!

The altar is a sacred place where lives are changed, hearts are surrendered, and new converts begin their walk with God, making the ministry of the altar worker a responsibility that must never be taken lightly. Those who labor at the altar must be spiritually prepared through prayer, sensitive to the leading of the Holy Ghost, and wise in how they minister to those who are seeking God. We must approach every soul with patience, compassion, and spiritual understanding, recognizing that our responsibility is not simply to pray with people, but to help them take their next steps toward a genuine and lasting relationship with God.

10/22/2026 - Thursday Night 

Scriptures: 
Galatians 4:16-19
Acts 8:14-18
Acts 9:10-12, 17-18
Isaiah 68:8
Genesis 48:14
I Timothy 4:14
Galatians 4:16-19

Tap here to send us a message!

Even in the darkest seasons of life, God leaves traces of His goodness, mercy, and presence that draw our hearts closer to Him. What may seem like scattered crumbs along a difficult journey can become divine reminders of His faithfulness, leading us to recognize His hand at work even when we cannot fully understand His ways. No matter how far we have wandered or how deep our struggles may be, the goodness of God continues to call us, guide us, and lead us toward the fullness of His presence.

10/18/2026 - Sunday Afternoon 

Scriptures:

Romans 2:1-4

John 12:32

II Peter 3:9

Titus 2:11

Matthew 15:22-28, 16:23

Proverbs 15:3

Luke 24:15, 27, 30-31

John 6:35

Luke 24:32

Psalm 23:1-6, 139:5-6

II Samuel 9:6-8, 13

Revelation 22:17

Tap here to send us a message!

Prayer is more than a routine or a request for God to meet our needs; it is a continual pursuit of His presence, a hunger for His righteousness, and a relationship that must be cultivated through consistency and devotion. From the secret place of daily prayer to seasons of fasting, repentance, and spiritual awakening, we must learn to seek the Lord with an earnest heart and make room for His Word to abide within us. The call is to awaken from spiritual complacency, open the door to His presence, and develop a prayer life that draws us closer to God until knowing Him becomes our greatest desire.

10/15/2026 - Thursday Night 

Scriptures:

Luke 11:1

John 15:7

Daniel 6:10

Psalm 55:17

Mark 1:35

Matthew 5:6

Psalm 42:1-2, 63:1-2

I Peter 2:2

Psalm 73:25, 16:11

Nehemiah 1:4

II Chronicles 7:14

Romans 13:11-14

Revelation 3:20

Tap here to send us a message!

Pilate was confronted with a choice between what he could see for himself in Jesus and the voices of a crowd demanding His crucifixion. Even though he found no fault in Christ, the pressure of the people challenged what he knew to be true, revealing the danger of allowing outside voices to override personal conviction. We must decide whether we will stand upon the truth we know or surrender to the pressure of those around us, because the cost of pleasing the crowd can be the compromise of our convictions.

10/11/2026 - Sunday Afternoon 

Scriptures: 

John 18:37-38

Tap here to send us a message!

Prayer carries possibilities beyond what the human mind can comprehend, for even in the silence of heaven, the prayers of the saints are before the throne of God. What may seem like quiet, unseen moments of prayer can produce heavenly movement, divine intervention, and answers that shake the circumstances around us. We must never underestimate the power of prayer, because when the saints call upon God in faith, there is no limit to what He can accomplish through their prayers.

10/8/2026 - Thursday Night  

Scriptures: 

Revelation 8:1-5 

Tap here to send us a message!

There is a power connected to the house of God that goes beyond the walls, because it is a place where God’s presence is sought, His Word is preached, and His people gather to worship Him. Throughout Scripture, there were places where men encountered God, found strength in His presence, received direction, and experienced the power of prayer and worship. We must understand the value of the house of God, cherish the place where God has allowed us to gather, and recognize that there is something sacred about having a place set apart for His name.

10/04/2026 - Sunday Afternoon 

Scriptures: 

Psalm 63:1-2

Isaiah 40:8

1 Samuel 17:36

I Samuel 30:19

Psalm 3:1-2

Psalm 63:2

Psalm 77:13

II Samuel 7:14-16

II Samuel 7:2-3

II Samuel 7:18-20

II Samuel 15:25

Psalm 3:4

I Chronicles 22:5

Psalm 84:10

Psalm 27:4