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the Carols of Christmas Event

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Also, the concert is available to review or download as well.

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Baptist Reflections

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Salvation Testimonials

Jesus is important to us because through His Atonement, teachings, hope, peace, and example, He helps us change our lives, face our trials, and move forward with faith as we journey back to Him and His Father.

See how Jesus made a difference in the lives below.

u003cstrongu003eMy greatest gifts is knowing that our children know Jesus…u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eThat they will be in heaven with us one day. u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/katies-testimonial/u0022u003eRead Moreu003c/au003eu003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/katies-testimonial/u0022u003e…u003c/au003e

KatiePort Charlotte, FL

u003cstrongu003eI decided to follow Him, and it is the best decision I ever made!u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eThis former atheist is now all in for the Gospel of my Lord and Savior. I now teach His Word. u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/my-testimony-by-elmer-d-yeager/u0022u003eRead More…u003c/au003e

Elmer Yeager, ElderPort Charlotte

u003cstrongu003eDetermined to follow Him Alone…u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eIt was during a special service at our church, a revival, that I heard the question, u0022What has changed in your life since you trust Jesus Christu0022? u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/ron-tipton-testimonial/u0022u003eRead More…u003c/au003e

Ron Tipton, Senior PastorNorth Port, FL

u003cstrongu003eI was a life long Catholic, but never newu003c/strongu003e…u003cbru003eFor the first 50 years of my life, I was a Catholic — baptized as a child, went to catechism, and followed the traditions. But rarely read the word of God. u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/carol-donofrio-testimonial/u0022u003eRead More…u003c/au003e

Carol D’Onofrio, Church MemberPort Charlotte, FL

u003cstrongu003eA visiting preacher read from Romans 8:1, then I changed.u003c/strongu003eu003cbru003eI was broken until I heard Romans 8:1! The tears would not stop; the guilt was gone, and a tremendous weight had been lifted from me. I u003cstrongu003ewas so at peace!u003c/strongu003e u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/pauls-testimony/u0022u003eRead More…u003c/au003e

PaulPort Charlotte, FL

u003cstrongu003eIt took a death to turn my life around…u003cbru003eu003c/strongu003eI’m the oldest of four sibling. My parents divorced when I was 8 years old making my mom’s plate full working outside of the home and caring for four small children. u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/cindys-testimonial/u0022u003eRead More…u003c/au003e

CindyPort Charlotte, FL

u003cstrongu003eI gave my life to Christ there on a retreat…u003cbru003eu003c/strongu003eI was a young bride, 17 years old. We had four sons in six years I was restless, angry, and had trust issues. This made my early years of marriage like a soap opera. u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/carolyns-testimonial/u0022u003eRead More…u003c/au003e

CarolynPort Charlotte, FL

u003cstrongu003eMy parents planted in me the desire to serve Him…u003cbru003eu003c/strongu003eFrom an early age, my mother talked to me about the Lord. At age 5, I accepted Him because my mom wanted me to. u003ca href=u0022https://murdockbaptistchurch.org/blogs/darryl-densons-testimony/u0022u003eRead More…u003c/au003e

Darryl DensonPort Charlotte, FL

Life Groups

Faithfully connect with others for fellowship and accountability

As one of the best ways to become involved in the Murdock Baptist Church community, our Life Groups help members support each other as they deepen their relationship with God. Each small group is dedicated to fellowship with one another, praying for each other, and strengthen each other in living by God’s holy word.

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Church Announcements

Cuba Mission Trip
Application deadline is Monday, February 3rd if you are interested in our mission trip to Camajuani on May 17-24, 2025. Contact Gordon Caldwell for more information at 941-661-0446.
Free Christmas Devotional
Do you have a Bible Reading plan to follow during the busy Christmas season? This free download includes 25 daily devotionals by Paull Tripp, paired with a Scripture passage and… Continue Reading Home – Copy
Choco-Lottie is here!
The preschool and children are selling hot chocolate and chocolate-covered pretzels to raise money for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. Find us in the fellowship hall or out the side… Continue Reading Home – Copy
Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
Drop-off Now! Deadline: November 24th. Church Members, thank you for your faithfulness to children around the world who will receive your shoeboxes with the Gospel message presented to them by… Continue Reading Home – Copy

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the Carols of Christmas Event