Newsletter April 19 2025

🎶 Just in Time for Easter – 

“That Name” 

Album Now Available!

Houston’s First Worship Team has released a powerful new album filled with 10 original songs straight from Scripture—just in time for Easter! This isn’t just music—it’s ministry. Uplifting, Christ-centered, and deeply moving, That Name will bless your heart and stir your soul.  Featuring our full choir, soloists, orchestra, and the gifted songwriting of Jeff Bumgardner (8x Dove Award winner), this album was created with one goal: 

To proclaim the name of Jesus to as many as possible. 

Let this be your Easter soundtrack—and a gift to someone who needs hope today. 

He is Risen... That Name is Jesus!

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Click to Listen to That Name

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For Information about Easter Services at HFBC: 

Click Here https://3zs8.short.gy/Easter

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Pastor's Message Sunday April 4, 2025: 

Titanic: The Cabin of Our Heart

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To watch the Pastor's Message, 

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and Notes Below: 

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🧭Foundations Class Launches New Series – 

“Colossians: Christ Above All”

 Starting June 1

 

We will begin an exciting new Bible Study series in the Book of Colossians! 

Join us as we explore the unmatched supremacy of Christ in all things—relationships, doctrine, and daily life. 

This 12-part study will help us see Christ as our source of wisdom, strength, and hope in a world full of confusion. 

Use the Colossians for Beginners study guide by Mike Mazzalongo—available at this link: 👉 https://3zs8.short.gy/BTColossians 

or view below. 

📖 Whether you're new to the Bible or a seasoned student, this study will speak directly to your heart and challenge you to grow in Christ. 

Let’s dive deep together and invite a friend to join us on this journey!

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You’ve Got Mail — And a Mission!

New Foundations Class Spring 2025 Postcard

Our new Foundations Class Postcard —simple, personal, and perfect for outreach. Use it to invite a friend, neighbor, or coworker to join us! Drop it in the mail or hand it over with a handwritten note in the address section—a small gesture that can open big doors for the Gospel. Let’s keep sharing the Good News—one postcard at a time.

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🎭 An Evening to Remember – 

May 3 at The George Theater!

Join your Foundations Class friends for an inspiring night out as we attend “How to Die: The Life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer” at The George Theater on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM.  

Before the show, we’ll gather nearby for dinner and fellowship at Christie’s Restaurant — a perfect way to connect, enjoy a meal, and prepare our hearts for a powerful story of faith and conviction.  

🎟️ Reserve your seat today! 

Ticket info & purchase link: 

 👉 Buy Tickets Here 

Don't wait—this will be a meaningful evening you won’t want to miss! Questions? Text Karen @ 713-204-8384

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For Encore Information Click Here: https://3zs8.short.gy/Encore

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Sweet Hour of Prayer 

– Wednesday, April 23 @ Noon 

Join us midweek for a peaceful moment of worship and intercession during our Sweet Hour of Prayer on Wednesday, April 23 at 12:00 PM. 

📱 Send your praises and prayer requests to Karen before Wednesday morning so they can be included and shared for prayer time. Whether you're pausing at home, in the office, or gathered with others, let’s lift our hearts in unity—celebrating God’s goodness and leaning on His strength together. 

💬Text your requests to Karen 713-204-8384 and let’s pray together as a class family!

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Newsletter April 12 2025

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https://houstonsfirst.org/the-loop/easter

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Leading to Easter: Palm Sunday

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Pastor's Message Sunday April 4, 2025: 

Titanic: The Cabin of Our Heart

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To watch the Pastor's Message, 

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and Notes Below: 

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Sunday's Special Lesson:

From Tragedy to Triumph: 

A Testimony of Forgiveness That’s Changing Lives

This past Sunday’s Foundations Class was one we won’t soon forget. Helen Perry Simpkins and her brother John Sage shared their powerful testimony of loss, healing, and the miraculous journey that followed the murder of their sister Marilyn. With heartfelt transparency, they invited us into the pain of their grief, the depth of their struggle, and the incredible work God has done through their suffering.

John described how God used this darkest valley to lead him through seven life-changing steps—surrender, humility, acceptance, gratitude, love, forgiveness, and service—which ultimately birthed the prison ministry Bridges to Life. Since its founding in 1998, this faith-based reconciliation program has reached over 87,000 inmates across 17 states and five countries, reducing recidivism and restoring hearts through the power of forgiveness and God’s love.

Helen reminded us that “half of life is showing up.” Their story taught us that just being present—in times of grief, in places of need, in the lives of the least of these—can open the door to healing. Thank you, Helen and John, for allowing your deepest sorrow to become a source of hope for others.

Watch Here:

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You are invited to join us, either in person @ HFBC's Rehearsal Hall on the 2nd Floor over the Foyer or via Live Stream (details below):

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CLICK To Live Stream Sunday Morning
CLICK TO JOIN LIVE STREAM
TO Join Live Stream or
Enter this link: https://3zs8.short.gy/Live

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Behind Closed Doors: 

What Adultery Destroys and Holiness Rebuilds 

This week, Rand Wall takes us deep into the Seventh Commandment: 

Exodus 20:14“You shall not commit adultery”. 

More than a prohibition, this command is a call to covenant faithfulness—mirroring God’s unshakable loyalty to His people. 

From shocking statistics to real-world stories of broken trust, Rand will unpack the ripple effects of infidelity—not just in marriage, but in heart and thought. Drawing from The Pursuit of Holiness by Jerry Bridges, we’ll explore how resisting temptation is not passive—it’s a Spirit-empowered decision of the will. 

Whether you’re married, single, widowed, or simply walking with someone through a broken past, this lesson is for you. Come be reminded that God’s grace is bigger than our failure—and His holiness is not just possible, it’s powerful. 

Don’t miss it. This one will speak to the heart—and strengthen the will. 

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You’ve Got Mail — And a Mission!

New Foundations Class Spring 2025 Postcard

Our new Foundations Class Postcard —simple, personal, and perfect for outreach. Use it to invite a friend, neighbor, or coworker to join us! Drop it in the mail or hand it over with a handwritten note in the address section—a small gesture that can open big doors for the Gospel. Let’s keep sharing the Good News—one postcard at a time.

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🎭 An Evening to Remember – 

May 3 at The George Theater!

Join your Foundations Class friends for an inspiring night out as we attend “How to Die: The Life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer” at The George Theater on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM.  

Before the show, we’ll gather nearby for dinner and fellowship at Christie’s Restaurant — a perfect way to connect, enjoy a meal, and prepare our hearts for a powerful story of faith and conviction.  

🎟️ Reserve your seat today! 

Ticket info & purchase link: 

 👉 Buy Tickets Here 

Don't wait—this will be a meaningful evening you won’t want to miss! Questions? Text Karen @ 713-204-8384

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Newsletter April 5 2025

Scripture Memory Verse April 2025

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Names of God Class Focus April 2025

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Pastor's Message Sunday March 30, 2025: 

Living it Out: Real Wisdom

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To watch the Pastor's Message, 

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and Notes Below: 

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Lesson Highlight: The Sixth Commandment – 

"Do Not Murder"

Sunday, Sam and Noel Gray led a powerful and memorable lesson on the Sixth Commandment: “You shall not murder” (Exodus 20:13). Blending biblical truth with personal stories—and even a few sweet surprises—they helped us see how this commandment reaches far beyond physical acts. Jesus taught that anger, hatred, and contempt in the heart are just as serious (Matthew 5:21–22).

Their teaching reminded us that every human life is sacred, created in God’s image (Genesis 1:27). We were challenged to examine our hearts, pursue reconciliation, and live as peacemakers who reflect God’s love.

Key Takeaway: Murder begins in the heart. Christ calls us to let go of anger, forgive freely, and reflect His love in our actions.

"If possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone." — Romans 12:18

Lesson Video is here:

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You are invited to join us, either in person @ HFBC's Rehearsal Hall on the 2nd Floor over the Foyer or via Live Stream (details below):

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CLICK To Live Stream Sunday Morning
CLICK TO JOIN LIVE STREAM
TO Join Live Stream or
Enter this link: https://3zs8.short.gy/Live

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This Week:

From Tragedy to Triumph: 

A Journey of Forgiveness You Won’t Want to Miss

This week’s extend lesson on Exodus 20:13 – “You shall not murder” will be unlike any other. Helen Perry Simkins and John Sage will share their deeply personal story of losing their sister to a brutal murder—and the extraordinary path God led them on toward forgiveness.

Out of their pain, they founded Bridges to Life, a prison ministry that brings healing to victims and offenders alike through the power of the Gospel. Their testimony is one of heartbreak, grace, and transformation—and a living example of how God can redeem even the darkest of tragedies.

Join us for this unforgettable lesson of real-world faith, as we explore what it truly means to forgive—and to live out the Sixth Commandment with the heart of Christ.

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📽️ Unearthed Evidence: 

The Crucifixion Through the Eyes of Archaeology  

🎥 Watch now and be amazed by what’s been uncovered!

Don't miss this powerful presentation from archaeologist Dr. Scott Stripling, recorded at Equip Night on March 19th—now available for viewing!

In this eye-opening session, Dr. Stripling explores recent archaeological discoveries that shed light on the crucifixion of Christ, including the method and historical context of Roman execution. It's a faith-strengthening look at how history and Scripture beautifully align.

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You’ve Got Mail — And a Mission!

New Foundations Class Spring 2025 Postcard

Our new Foundations Class Postcard —simple, personal, and perfect for outreach. Use it to invite a friend, neighbor, or coworker to join us! Drop it in the mail or hand it over with a handwritten note in the address section—a small gesture that can open big doors for the Gospel. Let’s keep sharing the Good News—one postcard at a time.

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🎭 An Evening to Remember – 

May 3 at The George Theater!

Join your Foundations Class friends for an inspiring night out as we attend “How to Die: The Life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer” at The George Theater on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 PM.  

Before the show, we’ll gather nearby for dinner and fellowship at Christie’s Restaurant — a perfect way to connect, enjoy a meal, and prepare our hearts for a powerful story of faith and conviction.  

🎟️ Reserve your seat today! 

Ticket info & purchase link: 

 👉 Buy Tickets Here 

Don't wait—this will be a meaningful evening you won’t want to miss! Questions? Text Karen @ 713-204-8384

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