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Faith Fellowship began with a simple idea…

Dr. Daymond Talkington - Pastor Faith Fellowship - Thornton Photo Godfrey, IL 618 466 3434 www.thorntonimaging.com
Dr. Daymond Talkington

Take the age-old truths of the Bible and present them through engaging messages, striking visuals, and great music. Moreover, we are authentic and passionate about presenting Christ in a way that is new and refreshing. The leaders of Faith Fellowship are intentional about creating an atmosphere that takes the stress out of going to church.  Whether you have never been to church, been away for a while, or have attended your entire life, Faith Fellowship feels immediately comfortable. From the moment you pull into the parking lot, we will make you feel at home. Parking volunteers will help you find a place, and they are available to assist you in getting inside if needed.

Faith Fellowship is barely into the second decade of living out our mission: to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Come and see why so many people are making Faith Fellowship a part of their lives.

You will experience worship at Faith Fellowship in a casual, intuitive, high-tech atmosphere with today’s culture in mind. The weekend service is creative, contemporary, and compelling with only one intent–to present the message of Jesus Christ in a way that is relevant and alive. The high-energy, cutting-edge worship, drama, and multimedia presentations highlight the worship experience. Pastor Dr. Daymond Talkington uses a no-holds-barred communication style in applying God’s Word to life’s complexities. This isn’t church as you have known it; it is energetic, captivating, and never boring.

The band is styled after the timeless rock and roll lineup, complete with electric and acoustic guitars, bass, drums, and keyboard. The sounds you hear on your favorite radio stations can also be heard at Faith Fellowship–rock, soul, jazz, and blues. The band rivals any in the area (Christian or secular).

If you have children, rest assured that they will be in the best possible care. All members of the Children’s Ministry Team undergo a criminal and civil background check to ensure complete safety. While parents are experiencing the creative, life-changing weekend service, children are participating in their own high-energy encounter in the new Kids Zone Building. They won’t want to go home!

Worship This Week

Message This Week


  • INSIDE OUT • Headquarters – 5/12/24

    The voices in our head determine how we live out our lives. There is a war, a spiritual war for our minds. Jesus warned us that Satan’s mission is to kill, steal, and destroy. Satan wants to rob you and me. He whispers lies that get inside our heads and cause us stress and frustration as we believe them and act on them. 

    One of the lies that most of us hear is, “You have to be strong!” “You have to hold things together.” “It all depends on you.” We expend a great deal of energy trying to be strong in many areas of our lives. We try to be strong emotionally. We want to be strong for those we love when they are going through difficulties, and then when we have problems, we don’t let others know because we need to be strong and power through.

    We hear the voice saying, “It’s up to you to be strong and provide.” We must take care of the household, cook, clean, do laundry, shop, manage the finances, pay bills, mow the lawn. There is so much pressure to get everything done, and we need to be strong and work harder to hold things together. 

    We hear the whispers that threaten our financial security. Our future stability depends on how strong we are financially. We need to manage our money better. Get a second job. Work overtime. The kids have needs, activities to fund. There will be braces, cars, college. We feel the weight that we must be strong and carry it all.

    And spiritually, you may be the only one in your family, at work, or in your neighborhood who is a Christian. You hear the voice say, “You’ve got to be strong for everyone.” You must do and say the right things.”  

    What about being professionally strong? If you don’t carry the load at work, no one will. Success or failure rests on you. You must mediate the conflicts, hold things together. You have to be strong.

    Too many of us are trying to handle everything on our own and failing. If we could work harder, smarter, or be a better parent, spouse, or employee, maybe we could manage everything. That’s a lie. Satan wants to keep you running and frustrated, never feeling you are enough.

    God didn’t create you to do everything on your own; your strength, abilities, and capabilities are limited, intentionally limited, so you won’t depend on yourself alone. God created you to depend on his unlimited spiritual power, but you need to admit your weakness and ask him to help you get your schedule, your demands, and your life under control. He will strengthen you, give you wisdom and guidance. It’s NOT all up to you!

    Scriptures: John 10:10; John 8:44; John 8:31-32; Isaiah 40:30-31; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

    Verses:  (John 8:44) “The devil has nothing to do with truth. There is no truth in him. It is expected of the devil to lie, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” (John 8:31-32) “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

    Questions: What things do you feel depend on you alone? Is that true? If so, is it because you claim it, or because no one else can actually do it? What weakness do you need to admit? How can you release it to God and find freedom from the lie that it’s all up to you? What does Paul mean in 2 Corinthians when he says, “When I am weak, then I am strong”?

    Prayer: Dear Lord, I’m exhausted, worn out, and overwhelmed. I need your help, your strength, and your guidance. Please give me wisdom. Allow the peaceful power of your presence to fill me so that I can find balance in my life and rest for my weary mind. In Jesus’ Name I pray, amen.

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