First Presbyterian Church, Breckenridge, TX

Inspirations,thoughts, and devotions for today

Psalm 121 Where does our help come from?

Psalm 121:1-8 (KJV)
1 I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.
2 My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth.
3 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.
4 Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.
5 The LORD is thy keeper: the LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.
6 The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.
7 The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.
8 The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore. se a premium service.

When this Psalm was written, robbers and wild animals hid in the mountainous territory waiting to ambush travelers. Today, our lives are still like traveling in treacherous mountain territory. Do you wonder what problems or dangers are waiting for you in the paths ahead? Thanks be to our God that He is able to protect us no matter what lies ahead. He has provided all we need in order to avoid sin and complications of others’ sins. He will always endeavor to lead us to safety. He is our protector

God is also our keeper and He is diligent to preserve us at all times and in all places and situations. He never needs to sleep and He is always on duty watching out for our welfare. Not only does he keep us from physically and spiritually faltering, He restrains us from our bad thoughts, harmful words, and inappropriate actions, too. His Holy Spirit provides us with warnings about the evil ahead and then provides guidance so we will grow more like Jesus every day.

God is sovereign and is with us always protecting, directing and teaching us. He pays attention to even the smallest tasks, that to us don’t seem important but God sees as building blocks. We can never step beyond the protection and love and care of our heavenly Father. He cares for us better than anyone else ever could.

Trains of Thought

Some trains of though need to be derailed. If others could read your mind would you be embarrassed? If so, flip the switch and the train's track and choose to focus on something worthy of God's time and praise. God can use you to make a difference wherever you are. Jeremiah 29:11 encourages you to embrace your current place and circumstances t survive and thrive knowing that God has a plan for you and how you can be of service to others here and now. Be still and let God work through You to make a change in the world.

God Finds a Way

Finding a way when there appears to be none seems to be Gods specialty. What might be possible for the dry bones in us? What possibilities await parts of me and my community that seem to be dried up or cut off?

Re-read the story of the dry bones in Ezekiel 37. It is a prophetic vision where God shows the prophet Ezekiel a valley full of dry bones, representing the hopeless state of Israel in exile. God commands Ezekiel to prophesy to the bones, which then rattle together, form flesh, and come to life by the spirit/breath of God symbolizing national restoration and resurrection.

Give Generously

Dear God: when I want to tighten my grip on my money and possessions, please remind me that everything I have comes from you and you have called me to give generously. AMEN

Experience God's Presence

God made my life complete when I placed all the pieces before Him. Psalm 18:20. When I lack strength to carry on, I will turn to God and trust that God will help me. God gives me the strength and inspiration to keep going and not grow weary. God goes where the problems are! Jesus understands our deep weariness. God does not rattle the sword every time He is distressed with my behavior but stands beside me guiding me gently back onto the path of His design.

Loving God, help me hear as You speak to me today and help me believe in miracles again. I give every part of my life to You. Please fit them all together to make me whole and able to do Your will. When my thoughts wander to things that are not good for me, help me to rein them in and fill my mind with You only. AMEN

Connect with Kids and Teens

We believe that kids and teens are an important part of our church community.

Join a Team

We believe that everyone has something to offer and a role to play in the work of the church.

Community Missions

PPE Donations to Local Schools

Masks, Thermometers, Face Shields Donated to Schools

Adult Bible Study Class and other church members donated money to purchase children's face masks, thermometers, and teacher face shields for the local schools.

Masks, Thermometers, Face Shields Donated to Schools

Children's Face Masks, Thermoscan Thermometers for each school, and Teacher Face Shields were purchased for the local schools through donations from members.

Mission Projects

Discover the Power of Faith at First Presbyterian Church Breckenridge Church

Our church is dedicated to helping people strengthen their faith and develop a deeper relationship with God. We offer a variety of programs and services to support individuals and families on their spiritual journey.

Current mission projects are the Christmas freewill offerings dedicated to the support of three Presbyterian Children's homes. In addition to their support, this church contributes financial assistance and gifts to the local Meals on Wheels program. This church sends monetary assistance to communities in the USA suffering from disasters such as the July 4th flood in this hill country. We provide monthly outreach to church members who are unable to attend church.

Service Times

Join us for worship every Sunday at 10:30 AM .Check out our website or social media pages for updates on special events and guest speakers.

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What we believe

What we believe!

You enter the First Presbyterian Church not as a stranger, but as a guest of God Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. Come, then, with joy in your heart and thanks on your lips into God's presence, offering your love and service. Be grateful to the strong and loyal men and women who in the name of Jesus Christ built this place of worship, and to all who have beautified it and hallowed it with their prayers and praises. Beseech and pray for blessings on those who love this home of faith as the inspiration of their labor, rejoicing in the power of the Holy Spirit, and may those blessings rest on you, both on your going out and on your coming in.

REGULAR CHURCH SERVICES (10:30 AM)

The Session will call members

only if the service is to be cancelled for any reason.

Unique Stained Glass Window

This stained glass window is a copy of a window in a twelfth century church standing on a quiet hill in Boldre, Hampshire, England. This window and the one in England were the only two copies. The church in England burned to the ground and their stained glass window was lost. Ours is the only remaining copy left. It has been in this church for over 100 years.

Gifts and Offerings

Whether you help through monetary donations, volunteering your time, or spreading our mission through word-of-mouth, thank you. We couldn't accomplish our goals without the help of supporters like you. To donate to any of the missions listed above, send your donations to First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 588, Breckenridge, TX 76424 .

How to Donate

SERVING THE COMMUNITY

Prayer Request Mailbox

Praying for others is part of mission of service to the community. There is a special Prayer Mailbox in front of the church where community members can place their cards and letters containing prayer requests which we honor every Sunday. Your prayer requests will be honored without any names being mentioned. These prayer requests are anonymous unless you tell us differently.Click the button below to send us your prayer requests.

This past month, several requests have included work, family, financial and health concerns.

Please allow our prayer warriors to pray for you and your family.

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Prayer Request Cards

Martha Kelley, artist and church member, designs cards for our prayer list requests.

Martha Kelley, a former church member, designed and painted this picture.

We have added several prayer requests for spiritual growth, job and career concerns, as well as prayer for families with ongoing domestic issues to our Sunday worship service prayer list . We honor all requests with confidentiality and respect. If you have a prayer request, please let us know why selecting the button below and filling out the information for your prayer request.

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Letting Our Light Shine

The First Presbyterian Church of Breckenridge, Texas, can be found on facebook.

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Join us on facebook to see the weekly exciting events going on.

Mobile Communion
Pastor's sermons
Congregation activities

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Presbyterian Church and Community Information:

https://breckenridgetexan.com/

https://paloduropresbytery.org/

https://www.mo-ranch.org
https://www.buffalogapcamp.org

https://fpcbreckenridge.org

Jesus Calms the Storms of our Lives

This is another painting on our prayer cards painted by our Martha Kelley.

Christ calms the seas and turbulence in our live and is the source of our peace and comfort.

Dear Lord,

Thank you for your calming influence in our lives. Help us remember that there is no storm too rough for you to handle.

AMEN