The BOUNDLESS Blog

When someone you love is sick, the instinct to pray is immediate. But sometimes, the questions come just as fast: Am I praying the right way? Should I trust doctors or just trust God? What if nothing changes: does that mean God didn't hear me? At Boundless Online Church , we believe what the Assemblies of God has always taught: God still heals today . It's one of our cardinal doctrines: Fundamental Truth #12: and we don't back away from it. But we also believe in praying wit

If you've been around Assemblies of God churches for any length of time, you've probably heard someone talk about being "baptized in the Holy Spirit." Maybe you've wondered what that means. Maybe you've felt curious: or cautious. Maybe you've seen someone speak in tongues and thought, "Is that real? Is that for me?" You're not alone. This is one of the core beliefs of the Assemblies of God , and it's rooted in something Jesus promised His followers: power to be His witnesses

Let's clear up the confusion. If you've ever wondered whether you're "saved enough," or if one bad day means you've lost everything, or if God is keeping a scorecard, this is for you. Across Assemblies of God churches worldwide, we hold to a clear, biblical understanding of salvation. It's rooted in grace, anchored in Jesus, and built on two profound truths from the 16 Fundamental Truths of the Assemblies of God: Fundamental Truth #4: The Fall of Man Fundamental Truth #5: S

When someone you love is sick, you pray. That's instinct. That's faith. But how we pray: and what we believe about healing: matters deeply. At Boundless Online Church , we anchor our understanding of divine healing in the Assemblies of God's 16 Fundamental Truths , specifically Truth #12: Divine Healing . This isn't fringe theology. It's one of the four Cardinal Doctrines of the Assemblies of God: right alongside salvation, baptism in the Holy Spirit, and Christ's return. T

DRAFT — HOLD FOR REVIEW : DO NOT PUBLISH (per Layne/Eva) HOLD FOR REVIEW — DO NOT PUBLISH Let's talk about the most important question you'll ever answer: Are you saved? Not "Do you go to church?" or "Are you a good person?" But are you saved : actually reconciled to God, forgiven, redeemed, and secure in Christ? Here's the good news: You can know. Not maybe. Not "I hope so." Not "I'm trying my best." You can know for sure . This is Fundamental Truth #5 in the Assemblies of

Day 26 of the Global Micro-Study: The Final Judgment isn’t a side issue in Scripture. It clarifies everything — what matters, what doesn’t, and what God is actually like. This isn’t meant to scare sincere believers but to wake up a sleepy world.

Day 21 of the Global Micro-Study: Divine healing is not just theology — it’s the prayer whispered in a hospital room at 3 AM and the hope we hold when a diagnosis feels final. Discover what Scripture and the AG tradition say about healing.

Day 25 of the Global Micro-Study: Ministry isn’t just for pastors. Whether you’re a shift worker, a caregiver, or a stay-at-home parent — you have a God-given ministry. Discover what AG Fundamental Truth #11 says about your calling.

Day 27 — the final stop in our Global Micro-Study. AG Fundamental Truth #16: we’re not ending with an ending. We’re ending with a new beginning — eternal life, eternal hope, and the most incredible fresh start imaginable.

Day 24: The ordinances of the church — baptism and Communion — aren’t heavy legal obligations. They’re beautiful, personal practices that connect you to the living story of what Jesus did. Discover why they still matter deeply today.

Day 23: The world isn’t how it’s supposed to be — and Scripture agrees. This micro-study walks through the Fall of Man and the Salvation of Man (AG Truths #4 & #5) — the “why” behind brokenness and the “how” behind hope.

Welcome home, friend. If you’ve ever wondered what the phrase “global missions” really means for your local Memphis Assembly of God church, or how your story connects to people in far-flung places, let’s gather around and talk about it. Because the mission that starts in Memphis doesn’t stop at our city limits; it ripples out, touching hearts and changing lives across continents. Let’s explore this beautiful, hope-igniting journey together. Why Global Missions Matter to the

First Assembly Memphis is a Bible-centered, Spirit-led, Kingdom-focused Assemblies of God church serving Memphis, Cordova, and the 901. We exist to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, strengthen families, equip leaders, serve our city, and reach the world—together in person through FA Memphis and from anywhere through Boundless Online Church. The Question You're Really Asking Most people aren’t looking for a “perfect church.” You’re really asking: “Will this be biblicall

Welcome home, friend! If you’re reading this, chances are you’re considering stepping into an Assembly of God church in Memphis for the first time, or maybe you’re just curious what makes this community so welcoming, diverse, and real. You’re not alone. Every week, people across Memphis (and beyond) are searching for spiritual connection, meaning, and a place where they can simply belong. Let’s walk through all those “newbie” questions you might have, in the most honest and c

Part 5 of 5: The Legacy Lives On Picture this: a small prayer meeting in 1907 Memphis, where a lawyer named L.P. Adams first experienced the Pentecostal fire that had swept from Azusa Street across America. Fast-forward 118 years, and that same spiritual DNA now flows through First Assembly Memphis on Walnut Grove Road in Cordova, Tennessee, and extends globally through ministries like Boundless Online Church. This isn't just history; it's your story, whether you're sitting i

Welcome home, friend! If you’ve ever driven by an Assembly of God church in Memphis or tuned into an online worship, you might have wondered: how did this movement get started here? And what makes the Assemblies of God (AG) beliefs stand out in a city with so much soul and spiritual history? Let’s take a journey together back in time, pausing at key moments that still shape our spiritual family today. Seeds of Revival: The Early Memphis Story Picture Memphis in 1907: horses

The Assemblies of God believes Scripture clearly shows God calls and gifts women for all levels of ministry leadership, including pastor and deacon roles. The Holy Spirit distributes gifts based on calling, not gender. Biblical examples and theological conviction led the AG to affirm women in every ministry position since 1914. The Biblical Foundation Is Clear Here's the reality: if you open your Bible and read it honestly, you'll see women leading, teaching, prophesying, a