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March 31, 2026

A Burden Worth Bearing: Reflections from Washington, D.C.

March 31, 2026/ Stephen Monroe
A Burden Worth Bearing: Reflections from Washington, D.C.

Recently, Kim and I had the opportunity to attend Capitol Connection in Washington, D.C. It was a powerful, eye-opening, and at times sobering experience. As I’ve reflected on that trip, there are several truths the Lord impressed on my heart—truths I believe are important not just for me, but for us as a church family.

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March 18, 2026

The Faith of a Survivor

March 18, 2026/ Stephen Monroe
The Faith of a Survivor

Obadiah appears in one of the darkest chapters in Israel’s history. Under King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, the nation had sunk deeply into idolatry, persecution, and moral corruption. The prophets of the Lord were being hunted down and executed, and Elijah himself had become a wanted man throughout the kingdom.

Yet in the middle of this darkness stands an unlikely hero—Obadiah.

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March 18, 2026/ Stephen Monroe/ Comment
March 10, 2026

Update: Colorado Prostitution Decriminalization Bill Withdrawn — But the Fight Is Not Over

March 10, 2026/ Stephen Monroe
Update: Colorado Prostitution Decriminalization Bill Withdrawn — But the Fight Is Not Over

In a previous post, I warned about Colorado Senate Bill 26-097, which sought to decriminalize prostitution across the state. The bill would have removed criminal penalties for activities such as prostitution, solicitation, and patronizing a prostitute.

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February 25, 2026

God Does Not Forget—And That’s Good News

February 25, 2026/ Stephen Monroe
God Does Not Forget—And That’s Good News

There are moments when life moves on so completely that it feels as if the past has faded away. Promises once spoken are forgotten. Warnings once heard are muted by time. We forget—but God does not. And Scripture shows us that God’s memory is not something to fear, but something to trust.

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PASTOR STEPHEN MONROE

Steve began serving as Pastor of First Baptist Church on January 1st of 2016 after serving several years as an Assistant Pastor in Wyoming. Steve has a ministry degree from West Coast Baptist College and graduated in 2007. Kim also graduated from West Coast in 2007 with a degree in Elementary Education.  

First Baptist is experiencing a refreshed work of God on the western slope of Colorado!  The Eagle Valley is a beautiful place with amazing people, and Steve and Kim are thankful to serve the Lord here with their three children Emma, Leah, and Clara. They enjoy helping others grow in grace, spending time together, and exploring God's amazing creation!

Feel free to personally contact Steve: pastor@fbcgypsum.org

Mailing Address:

First Baptist Church of Gypsum
ATTN: Stephen Monroe
PO Box 815
Gypsum, CO 81637

(970) 524-7990

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