Author Archives: Jonathan Spencer

1 Thessalonians 5:18 says, “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”  We have much to be thankful for here at ABC.  God continues to pour out His blessings on our church family.  He is growing our church both in width and depth, and He blessesContinue reading “Give Thanks”

Romans 12:10 says, “Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” This Sunday is Veteran’s Day Weekend at ABC.  This is a special day where we take time in our church gatherings to give honor where honor is due.  Come early to view the “Wall of Honor” display in our lobby.  ThisContinue reading “Veteran’s Day Weekend @ ABC”

It is hard to believe, but the holidays are just around the corner.  I am so excited to see how God is going to move through ABC during this special season.  But I am also aware that the holiday season can be quite painful for some.  This year, ABC has grieved the loss of 25Continue reading “Christmas Memorial Service”

This Sunday, we will distribute our updated Annual Report in preparation for the 2026 budget year.  Church vote for this proposed budget will take place on Sunday November 9th.  Inside this year’s Annual Report you will find highlights of what God has done through the ministry and mission of ABC this past year.  You willContinue reading “The Great Commission Fund”

The apostle Paul said, “pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ” (Colossians 4:3).  Paul was always looking for open doors in ministry.  He longed to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and help believers mature in their discipleship.  So he keptContinue reading “Pray for Open Doors”

On October 6, 2024, we launched Light The Way, a two-year generosity initiative designed to eliminate our debt, expand our mission, and extend the message of Jesus Christ.  On that kick-off Sunday, ABC carried around $4.5 million in debt.  Exactly one year later, on October 6, 2025, Austin Baptist Church became DEBT FREE!  This isContinue reading “A Historic Moment For ABC”

Acts 1:8, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”  Jesus had a clear vision for his disciples.  He said his followers will become his witnesses, and they willContinue reading “New Sermon Series”

Our vision at ABC is “to see God light up your life, your home, your neighborhood, and the world.”  To fulfill that vision, we must be intentional in building bridges to our neighbors around us.  God has blessed us with a great opportunity to share the love of Christ with some of our closest neighborsContinue reading “Light Up Your Neighborhood”

1 Peter 5:6-7, “Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”  God cares.  This simple but profound truth gives great comfort to our souls.  He knows our anxieties, He knows the battles weContinue reading “Caring For One Another”

Proverbs 12:25 says, “Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.”  People walk into the church carrying all kinds of heavy weights.  These weights are invisible, but their presence is undeniable.  Some are carrying heavy anxiety from their home lives.  Marital conflict, rebellious kids, and relational heartache canContinue reading “Bear One Another’s Burdens”