You’ve been washed. You’ve been made new. And that is very good news.

Every month, we have the privilege of highlighting a local pastor who is faithfully serving our community—and this month’s story is one you won’t want to miss. Our May Pastor of the Month is Pastor Ron Smith of First Baptist Palatka, and his journey is anything but ordinary. Before stepping into ministry, Pastor Ron’s life looked very different. He spent years in the world of racing—fast cars, high energy, and a completely different pace of life. But as he shares in our recen

He’s never pacing, never pressuring, never anxiously checking the clock. Instead, Scripture reminds us of something completely different:

God is for you. He’s making a way and He is always worthy of our praise.

His love isn’t based on our performance; it’s rooted in His goodness.