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The Problem of Pain

By Curt Grice | May 17, 2024

Pain comes in a wide array of shapes, sizes, sources, and solutions. At some point, in some way, everyone experiences it. You could say that “pain” is one of the things we all have in common. And pain has a remarkable capacity to get our attention. It doesn’t really matter what you’re doing at the…

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The True Meaning of Forgiveness: Don’t Give Up

By Ryan Chandler | May 15, 2024

Has anyone ever done something so terrible to you that you labeled it “unforgivable?” Then, today’s blog is for you. Forgiveness is one of the most challenging ideals that Jesus ever talked about. One of the reasons for that is we don’t know when we’ve done it or not. How do I know if I’ve…

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10 Reasons Not to Go to Church

By Luke Stehr | May 14, 2024

Life throws curveballs, and sometimes that means missing church. But at FBC Arlington, we’ve got your back. Whether you’re in a hospital bed, lacking a ride, or welcoming a new addition to your family, our community extends far beyond the church walls. Join us online, find support, and rediscover belonging, regardless of where you’ve been…

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Stewarding the Integrity of Our Christian Witness

By Ashley Berryhill | May 13, 2024

The Living Resurrection Hope  The resurrection hope of Jesus is not a political agenda. Nor is the resurrected life a mere state of existence. It’s an active embodiment of the grace, love, and truth emanating from a God who brings freedom, life, and strength to all who follow Him. It’s a call to transformation, in…

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Is The Bible Contradictory

By Luke Stehr | April 22, 2024

Is the Bible contradictory?  When we think about the Bible, it’s important to remember that it’s not just one book; it’s more like a library of sixty-six books written across hundreds and hundreds of years. We believe that the Bible was inspired by God, but written by humans – humans who lived in different cultures,…

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Is Following Jesus Even Possible?

By Brad Echols | April 19, 2024

“What do you want to be when you grow up?”  Ask a kid this question, sit back, and enjoy a series of exciting responses. This question is fun because kids have great imaginations and are hardly limited by the realities of the world. In the Echols’s home, our nine-year-old, Henry, wants to be the CEO…

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How Do I Choose The Best Assisted Living Community

By Brian Sepulveda | April 17, 2024

How Do I Choose The Best Assisted Living Community This is one of the most asked questions I get as a minister to our Senior Adults.  We have identified 70+ of our church members who live in 18 different Assisted Living Communities in our area, all with various levels of care…from totally independent, to Assisted…

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Why does communication with my child matter?

By Tiffany Ward | April 12, 2024

Question: Why does communication with my child matter?   Answer: Communication with your child matters because your child matters.  Communication is a foundational stone of your relationship.    It takes practice and consistency that will build a strong relationship, and communication with them in the early years that only deepens as they age.  This strong…

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Good Fruit

By Curt Grice | April 10, 2024

An Apple A Day Keeps The Doctor Away Most people know that eating fruit is good for you. “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” and all that. Fruit is full of vitamins and minerals. It can help reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. It can enhance digestion and lower blood pressure.…

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