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Begin with Prayer – Part 2

By Luke Stehr | June 17, 2025

My Uber driver Duke was turning the corner into my neighborhood. We’d spent the drive from DFW Airport talking about life and connecting over our similarly aged children. Over the course of the ride, Duke had shared about his life’s experiences with me: growing up in Afghanistan, working as journalist supporting the US backed government,…

Begin with Prayer – Part 1 

By Luke Stehr | May 21, 2025

So much of life comes down to our habits – those things we do overtime that become so engrained we do them without thinking.   When I first moved to Arlington, I needed navigation to go everywhere: church, my kids’ school, a friend’s house; you get the picture. A few years into life here though, I…

What is a Neighborhood Chaplain?

By Luke Stehr | May 8, 2025

In the days between Easter and Pentecost, I’ve been trying to sit a little bit longer in parts of the Bible like Luke 24 and Acts 1 that recount the time between Jesus’ resurrection and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.  Following his resurrection, Jesus suddenly appears to his followers, and after proving to them…

Breaking Language Barriers: Live Sermon Translation at First Baptist Arlington

By Luke Stehr | April 26, 2025

First Baptist Arlington is thrilled to announce a significant step towards fostering inclusivity and connection within our diverse community: live translation during our sermons! We understand that our church family represents a rich tapestry of cultures and languages, and we are committed to ensuring everyone can fully engage with and understand the powerful message of…

Join Us in Living Out God’s Mission: Bless Every Home

By Luke Stehr | December 23, 2024

Every one of us has been invited to participate in God’s work in the world. That’s what the Church is all about—God brings us together for the sake of God’s mission. Jesus called us to make disciples of all nations, baptizing them, and teaching them to obey everything He commanded (Matt. 28:19-20). The Church exists…