March 2026
Whatever We Do
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We read in Colossians 3:17 – ‘Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.’ We also read in 1 st Corinthians 10:31 – ‘Whether, then, you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.’
These are very familiar verses to many of us, but have we ever considered the full ramifications of the words? Whatever we do is to be to the glory of God, and in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ.
That means everything!
The apostle Paul specifically mentions eating, drinking, word, and deed. How do we begin to understand all that
the verses above are teaching us? Think about everything that goes into living just an average day. Can you and I honestly say that whatever we do is for God’s glory? No, we cannot, because none of us can keep all of God’s commandments perfectly all of the time.
Yet God’s command to us is ‘whatever you do.’
Then how can we possibly follow it? We can begin by thinking about what we do and say each day, where we go, what we listen to and watch, who we interact with, how we treat others, and even ourselves. Do we truly put God first in all things? Is everything done in the name of the Lord Jesus? Do we take time each day to rest in the Lord, talk to Him, pray to Him, and seek wisdom from His Word?
We know that God is watching us. Others are watching us also. Many are observing to see if we walk the walk like we talk the talk. Are we letting our lights shine as we read in Matthew 5:16 – ‘Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.’
Are we living each day to God’s glory? Are there areas that could use some adjusting or correcting? If so, we should ask God to strengthen and guide us to make the necessary changes.
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1 st Corinthians 10:31 is much more extensive than just eating and drinking. While these things are important, and we should always make wise decisions as to what we allow into our bodies, the command is whatever you do.
Colossians 3:17 goes beyond just word and deed, but again is whatever you do.
First Baptist, don’t be overwhelmed or intimidated by these three words. God will help us as we navigate life day by day. All we need to do is ask Him.
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Pastor Thomas
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February 2026
What to Do with the Winter Blahs
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It’s just about upon us, that time of year when many of us deal with the winter blahs”. But take heart fellow
shiverers, God has a plan even for the winter too, even though we might feel sluggish, foggy-brained, or
sleepier than in other seasons or maybe just bored out of our minds because we want to get out and do things!
Solomon lends us his wise musings in Ecclesiastes 3, with a message we all know, there is a time for
everything under the sun. God has so planned the world that we can go about it without recognizing that our
natural propensities are intentional by God’s design. We rest more in the winter, eat heartier, more nutrient
dense meals, we moisturize our skin and wear thicker, more protective clothing against the wind and
temperature. Whatever you do in the natural during the winter season, don’t overlook the opportunity to have a spiritual winter as well! There are things you can and should do with your inner Christianity that are prime for the winter season!
Here are some practical things you can do to chase the winter blahs and renew your Christian spirit!
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Activity and Purpose It Serves
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Activity- Audit your books, movies, and/or social media play lists. Remove anything questionable or unbecoming of a Believer.
Purpose- God requires us to press toward the mark of the Lord Jesus Christ on our walk with Him, guarding what we see and hear (Philippians 3:14, Proverbs 4:20-27)
Activity- Study through a specific book or section of the Bible (Beatitudes, Creation Story, Birth/life/death of Christ, etc.).
Purpose- Reading and study are different processes. The long winter months may be just the time you need to focus on something specific for study. (2 Timothy 2:15)
Activity- Choose a loved one, friend, or fellow church member to do a Christian book talk or discuss a book of the Bible with.
Purpose- We are a community of believers as Christians and the Bible urges us to be together in fellowship, learning and love for one another. (Philippians 2:2, Hebrews 10:25)
Activity- Focus on one prayer request and pray specifically about it, daily with thanksgiving. (Perhaps add a fast of some type to your prayer request!).
Purpose- Our Father bids us to come to Him and make our needs and requests known to him in prayer. This is a great time to narrow in, focus on one of your requests, and reason together with the Holy Spirit about it. Fasting brings us into greater discipline so that we can fine-tune our hearing and communication with God. (Hebrews 4:16, Acts 13:2-3)
Activity- Think Spring and prepare your garden and/or yard tools and equipment to be ready to use when the season breaks.
Purpose- Creation care is an important theme that can be overlooked by God’s people. Winter is the time to plan and prepare for the coming growing season, while things are yet resting under the ground. (Genesis 2:15, Jeremiah 2:7)
Activity- Try preparing a biblical or Christian recipe such as hot cross buns, current cakes or lentil stew.
Purpose- Though some of these recipes began in pagan nations they were adopted by Christians some time in antiquity and are still cherished today in many nations as symbols of holy, Christ-centered lives. (Genesis 25:29-34, 2 Samuel 6:19)
God Bless, Pastor Crystal