Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church - Helena, AL

A Life that Has Come Full Circle:  Watch the tribute to Congressman Lewis in Selma, AL on the Historic Edmund Pettis Bridge.

For those church members participating in the Daniel Fast at the start of the year, please refer to this link for what you CAN and CANNOT eat during the fast, some meal idea options as well as tips for a successful fasting experience. We thank GOD for this opportunity to allow us to grow closer to Him as a church body and to allow GOD to reveal to us His will and direction for our church family in the new year.

Deion Sanders is the most popular topic in Sports today but many don't realize that at one point, he was suicidal and credits his acceptance and belief in Christ for his transformation.  Listen to his powerful testimony on surrender.

Enjoy this special Time Magazine's feature performance from Aretha Franklin, singing "Rock of Ages". Classic, timeless and spirit-filled gospel that only Aretha Franklin can deliver.

Who said you have to sing perfect to sing from the heart?? This young man sang from his heart.... that is until his pastor helped him to close his song out. Enjoy this classic clip!

This video is a powerful reminder why you can only trust God in every situation. God and God alone is the answer to every issue we face in our lives. Let this video bless you and help you during this time in your life.

Many within the church celebrate Halloween with their kids as "just another fun holiday". However, as Christians, we are to be extremely careful during this time of "jack-o-laterns, skulls, witches, ghosts and goblins". This link is a detailed analysis of Halloween from a Christian perspective and how parents can handle the occasion as it relates to their children.

For those who were big into 1980's music, Vanity was a well known pop singer known for her sexy lyrics as well as looks. She would eventually accept Christ as her Lord and Savior, leaving the entertainment world behind - dropping the name "Vanity" for her birth name: Denise Matthews. Her life would eventually turn around in the most powerful of ways and she was very vocal and passionate about her relationship with Jesus Christ and the need to get the word out to others. She has a number of power testimonials on the web about her journey from the streets and music scene to her transformation in Christ. In this link, she speaks about her desire for Christ, her overcoming a number of life threatening surgeries and her ultimate desire to be in heaven with Christ. Ms. Matthews passed away recently at the age of 57 but her testimonies will live on. Click and be inspired!

Be encouraged! God does answer prayer! Look no further than the story of James Robertson as a testimony that prayer does work. 56 years old, Mr. Robertson commuted to his job everyday by walking 21 miles round-trip to his factory job. The bus system cut out the bus route he relied on but he remained committed to his job. Whats astonishing is that despite his amazing walking commute, Robertson has perfect attendance on his job. He attributes his work ethic to his parents and prayer. When he was recently gifted with a brand new, fully loaded Ford Taurus and $350K in cash via a GoFundMe campaign started on his behalf, he credits answered prayer. What a powerful reminder that God answers our prayers on His timetable. All He asks is that we remain faithful and trusting and He will do the rest. (UPDATE: A documentary regarding Robertson's trek to and from work is the subject of a local movie that discusses the challenges many people have in finding city transportation to get around).

Powerful article that recaps a horrific car crash in Hoover, AL a few weeks ago and how one of several Good Samaritans driving by, stopped and risked his life to help save a young man's life , relying on his faith in Christ to show selflessness and courage during the harrowing ordeal. Keep Cooper and his family in prayer as he recovers from 90% burns all over his body. Family and friends are continuing to keep him in prayer.

The awesome power of the Holy Spirit was at work within a church in North Carolina! During a New Year's Eve service, a man entered into the church with a rifle and handful of bullet rounds. The love and poise of the pastor became evident as the man asked for prayer - the Pastor prayed and then witnessed to this man who gave his life to Christ. This is a powerful testimony! Check out this CNN video and article for more on this story!

How many of our neighbors are hungry? We may never know but what we do know is that in every community, there are people and families who lack food. In May of this year, a news story ran about a man who had no food and called 911 for help. Click here to see this story and to be reminded of not only how blessed we are but that this gentleman is a representative of those in the community - especially the elderly - who are hungry and need the services of the food ministry. If you or someone you know is in need, click on the Food Ministry tab under the "Ministries" section the website and submit your information for assistance.

This is an extraordinary article about a 17 year old young man who was faithful and committed in his faith to serve the Lord. God chose to take him recently in a fatal car accident; however, the faith and strength that his parents showed, coupled with the outpouring of respect and appreciation shown by mourners who attended this young man's funeral, show just how much his life and his family's Christian walk has been a strong testimony to so many people. Are we living a life that serves as a testimony of faithfulness, forgiveness - a life based in love? Can we say that we are living a life that serves as a witness to others that having Christ as our Lord and Savior is the best thing that has ever happened to us? Let us find inspiration and motivation in the life of Brady Hoffman and strength and admiration for his parents who have used this situation to continue to bring glory and honor the the Lord. May God bless the Hoffman family.

What a great website link that reminds of how just how merciful and loving GOD is toward us. Where we deserve death for our sins, because we are saved and covered by the blood of Jesus, GOD applies mercy instead, giving us the gift of eternal life. Read and reflect on just how merciful He has been in your life. This site has a number of articles for your reference and study.

Do you have family or friends who struggle with believing that GOD is indeed real? Or perhaps you may be hearing naysayers and wondering about His Existence? Everystudent.com explores this common doubt and presents an amazing summary of reasons that should put any such doubts to bed. What an awesome and amazing GOD we serve!

Godswork.org has compiled a wonderful area to access poems and short stories that serve to inspire and provide hope to those of us who need or desire to share with others some encouragement.