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To rest in Jesus after a busy day, focus on brief "breath prayers," express gratitude for three small things, and consciously surrender your to-do list to God. Prayer is about relationship, not a perfect performance, allowing the peace of Christ to guard your mind as you sleep. It has been a long day in the 901. Maybe you’ve spent it navigating traffic on Germantown Parkway, juggling a hectic schedule at work, or simply managing the beautiful chaos of family life in Cordova o

The Assemblies of God believes that marriage is a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman, family is the primary foundation for spiritual growth, and the local church serves as an essential, extended spiritual family for every believer. Rooted in Relationship: Why Family Matters in the 901 In the heart of Memphis and across the vibrant neighborhoods of Shelby County, from the bustling streets of Cordova to the quiet suburbs of Bartlett and Arlington, the concept of

The baptism in the Holy Spirit is a distinct spiritual experience following salvation that empowers believers for witnessing and effective service. According to Assemblies of God doctrine, this gift is witnessed by the initial physical sign of speaking in other tongues as the Spirit gives utterance. If you’ve been around First Assembly Memphis or joined us on Boundless Online Church lately, you’ve probably heard us talk about the "Holy Spirit." Maybe you’ve seen people prayin

If you feel like your faith is slipping through your fingers, here is the short answer: No, your faith is not failing. It is being refined. We often mistake the heat of a hard season for the absence of God. We think that if we were "stronger" Christians, we wouldn't feel this exhausted or confused. But in the Kingdom of God, the furnace isn't where faith goes to die, it’s where faith goes to become pure gold. The Pain of the Furnace Maybe you’re sitting in Memphis today, wa

It feels like the heat has been turned up lately, doesn’t it? Maybe it’s a financial wall you can’t seem to climb over, a relationship that feels like it’s fraying at the edges, or a health battle that has left you physically and emotionally spent. When you’re in the middle of a trial, it doesn’t feel like a "blessing in disguise." It feels like fire. It feels like things are being lost, scorched, and stripped away. You might be asking, "Why is this happening? When will it en

If you’ve ever spent a humid summer evening on a porch in Memphis, you know there is a specific kind of quiet that settles over the city. It’s a moment where you can finally hear yourself think, and maybe, if you’re listening, hear something deeper. For many of us, "church" has always been a place we go or a list of things we do. We grow up hearing the stories, learning the songs, and checking the boxes. But there is a massive difference between knowing about Jesus and actual

Have you ever felt the temperature rise in your life until it felt like you were standing in a furnace? Maybe it’s a sudden health scare, a mounting pile of bills, or the crushing weight of a relationship that seems to be falling apart. In those moments, the world often demands that we "bow down." We are told to bow to the pressure, bow to the anxiety, or bow to the fear of what might happen next. But there is a different kind of fire available to us: one that doesn’t consume

Most people think of a "second chance" as a rare gift you get after a small mistake, but in the Kingdom of God, a second chance is a total reconstruction of your soul. What does the Assemblies of God believe about second chances? The Assemblies of God believes that salvation is God’s ultimate second chance. Through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, any person can be forgiven and transformed. Grace is viewed as an undeserved gift that offers a fresh start in this life, tho

AI is not inherently bad for your faith; in fact, technology and Christianity can coexist beautifully when we approach innovation with a heart for God and a spirit of discernment. While any new tool can become a distraction if misused, artificial intelligence offers incredible opportunities to translate the Gospel into every language, streamline ministry work to focus on people, and provide new ways to dive deep into Scripture. By staying rooted in biblical truth and prioriti

Is the internet a danger to your child's faith? The direct answer is yes, it can be, but it doesn’t have to be. The digital world is like a fire: it can either consume your family's peace or be used as a "refining fire" to strengthen your child’s discernment and character. At Boundless Online Church, we believe that you aren't just a parent; you are a digital shepherd. Whether you're scrolling through the noise in Memphis or tuning in from across the globe, we want to help yo