Counseling - Adult Ministries
The Counseling and Support Group Ministry of First Baptist Church of Powell exists to provide biblical guidance and encouragement for individuals as they face inevitable times of trial.
The Bible is clear about the fact that all individuals will experience physical and/or emotional suffering at some point in their lives. In 1 Peter 4:12 (NKJV), we are told, "Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you."
We believe that God desires for all people to enter a relationship with Him--a relationship in which they are totally surrendered to His will and completely dependent upon Christ as He lives His life through them. God wants us to live in victory, not defeat!
Our lay counselors and support group leaders are First Baptist members who have been trained to provide guidance toward this life of dependence on Christ, which we call The Exchanged Life.
- Counseling -
Lay Counseling
This ministry provides one-on-one private, confidential counseling to First Baptist members and non-members alike. This group of "encouragers" meets in the church office on Mondays from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. To make an appointment, please call the church office (947-9074) and speak with Jim Waddell.
Financial Counseling
First Baptist has members who are qualified financial advisors who are available to guide individuals or families in developing budgets, debt recovery, and estate/retirement planning. Throughout the year, First Baptist also provides discipleship courses that teach the financial principles found in God's Word. Please check the church newsletter or the church website for times and locations of these courses. To schedule an appointment with a financial counselor, please contact Jim Waddell at 947-9074.
- Support Groups -
Parents of Prodigals
If you are the parent of a rebellious teenage or adult child, you may want to consider meeting with others who are experiencing the same difficulty. This group of parents, led by Brenda Haun, participates in relative Bible studies and provides encouragement and prayer support to each other.
Cancer Survivors
This is a support group for men and women who have been diagnosed with various types of cancer. Regardless of whether you have recently been diagnosed with cancer or are currently in remission, we are available to provide you with much-needed support and encouragement. Contact Jim Waddell at 947-9074 for more information.
Grieving Parents
Mark and Paula Henley lead this support group and seek to provide comfort and support to parents who have experienced the loss of a child. Mark and Paula would love to share their personal experience and biblical insight to anyone who feels he or she may benefit from participating. Call Mark and Paula at 938-0960 for information.
Overcomers' Outreach
The Overcomers' Class is comprised of men and women who are recovering from a variety of life-controlling addictions. Clyde Plemmons leads this group as they seek the overcoming power of Christ in their lives. For more information please feel free to call Clyde at 457-4889 or Jim Waddell at 947-9074.
DivorceCare
Are you divorced or separated? Faith Lyons leads a support group from a biblical perspective designed to help meet you needs and challenges in dealing with this time in your life. Faith shares her own experiences about how God's provision is availbable for you. For more information call Jim Waddell at 947-9074.
Hannah's Hope
If you, or someone you know, is struggling with the pain of infertility, you are invited to join a support group which meets with others who are dealing with the same experience. This group of women meets once a month for Bible study, prayer support and to encourage one another. Meetings are held on Mondays at 7:00 pm in North Wing A. This group is led by Stephanie Willis who will share her personal insight and experience with a scriptural foundation. For more information, contact Stephanie at 938-4856.
Post-Abortion Ministry
The choice to have an abortion often brings emotional and spiritual conflict, which can affect one's life for many years. If you have experienced any of these symptoms: guilt, anger, anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, anniversary grief, flashbacks of abortion, or relationship problems and you desire freedom and restoration, you may want to join a support group. Your will experience God's healing love and acceptance. For more information, call Gidget Deal at 688-4031.
To console those who mourn . . . to give them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they may be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified.
Isaiah 61:3 NKJV
