Welcome to Friendship Baptist Church

5200 Newbys Bridge Road

Chesterfield, VA 23832

Friendship is a church that loves God, loves people, and exists to reach others with the good news of Jesus Christ.

A Word from the Pastor – January 2026

If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! - 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV)

We’ve all heard the whistle and pop of exploding fireworks, the cheers of excited children, and the shouting of jubilant well-wishers ushering in the New Year.

For many, the start of a new year is a time for resolutions, marking a new beginning and starting with a clean slate. We might give up a bad habit, begin a new exercise regimen, eat healthier foods, mend a broken relationship, or improve some other aspect of our daily life. We do this in the hope of having a happier, better, and more fulfilled life.

Every New Year’s Eve reminds me of my own new beginning in 1995 as a middle-aged husband and father. My new beginning wasn’t a resolution to change one or two undesirable traits but complete repentance, and it transformed my life. The Lord Jesus Christ did all the work. I became a new creation. What joy there is in serving Jesus!

While salvation is wonderful, it doesn’t stop there. As Christians we must continue to grow in faith. We must be diligent in reading and following God’s word. Let us be examples to those around us and glorify God with our lives.

Dear Lord, help us to grow in relationship with you. May others see our good works and glorify your name.

Amen.

 Worship with us this Sunday.

In-Person or Online

9:45 Sunday School

11:00 Worship Service (In-Person and Live Streamed)