Today’s Advent devotion from First Baptist Athens is offered by Alan McArthur. His devotion is based on the story from Luke 

-7. Joseph and Mary make the journey to Bethlehem, where Mary gives birth. Alan Hester provides the music to begin our devotion, which is followed by the reading of the scripture from The Message translation

December 18 Devotion: Martha Ivester

Open to Explore Devotions from FBC Athens offers seasonal podcasts for the Advent and Christmas season, and the Lent and Easter season each year. Men and women in our congregation prepare these sharing their experiences of life and faith. Special themed series are also offered during the year which have a scripture reference and brief reflection.