Comments on: Celebrating 20 years

By: Chad Hammonds

Chad Hammonds — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:45:23 +0000

Bro. Andy, thank you so much for your wisdom, your leadership, and your dedicated stewardship of the word! You are a great man and a true man of character! Thank you.

By: Emily and Mike Smith

Emily and Mike Smith — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:48:21 +0000

Pastor Andy,
We were not able to make the celebration because of our little Bella. But, we wanted to take a minute to say thank you for restoring and providing an example of the look of joy, service, truth, and genuineness to ministry. Your example has meant alot to us as a couple embarking on what God has called us to do. Thank you so much.
Mike, Emily, and Bella Smith

By: Blair Williams

Blair Williams — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:24:48 +0000

Dear Brother Andy, We were out of town this past week but wanted to let you know what an important part of the Williams Family you are. Your leadership and guidance over the years have blessed Mary Jane and I and our children have grown up with you being there pastor and there is nothing that could be more valuable in their christian growth. The past 20 years have gone by quickly but the Blessings that you have poured on our Church and Community will shine on forever. God is with you always, Thanks Blair

By: Kelly Jane Williams

Kelly Jane Williams — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:50:54 +0000

I wasn’t able to come to the reception tonight, but I wanted to say thank you for your many years of leadership at FBC and in the community. You allow the Lord to shine through you daily, and people notice God’s work through you.

By: Barbara Springer

Barbara Springer — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 14:58:40 +0000

Dear Andy and Sharon:

Blessings to you both as you celebrate 20 years at FBC, Belton. It is such a joy to call you dear friends and also to have you as our pastor. Thank you for your heart for missions and your constant support and encouragement! May the Lord inspire both of you to always hope, always believe, always dream, always imagine and always be creative in order to honor HIM!

With deep love!

By: James Ellis III

James Ellis III — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:31:12 +0000

Thank you for availing yourself to a young couple like us. You definitely have made our excursion to Texas more bearable. May God bless you for that, as well as for the guidance and godly counsel that you have bestowed upon us. You officiated our wedding and continue to encourage us to follow God’s good and perfect will for our lives, something that we do not take for granted. Being a pastor is no doubt hard, but being a “good” one is even harder. Thank you for being “good”! You embody that old adage which says, “Only one life, ‘til soon be past; only what’s done for Christ will last.”

By: Joe Trevino & Family

Joe Trevino & Family — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 22:06:53 +0000

Dear Andy,
We are so pleased to have you as our spiritual father and leader of the greastest family I have known, our FBCB Family. I have so blessed to be a part of your world in reaching others for Christ. Thank you so much for everything you are and what you mean to my family. God bless you and yours from the bottom of our hearts.

We love you
Joe A. Trevino, Carolyn Joy,Sarah,Mariah & Mark

By: Eldon & LaNora Miller

Eldon & LaNora Miller — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:03:57 +0000

Thank you for being our Pastor. When we moved to Salado, we looked at several churches and we fell in love with First Baptist Church-Belton because of your messasges and the love and concern you showed to each one of us. We will always remember your visit to our home after we joined the church. We are truly blessed to have you as our Pastor and we love and appreciate you very much.

Eldon & LaNora Miller

By: Billy Hall

Billy Hall — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 17:16:39 +0000

Dear Bro. Andy,
When we joined FBC (Virginia and I)our decision was influenced by your simple and powerful sermons which reflect God’s love and instruction. However the most
meaningful sermon you ever gave to us was at the rest
home where Virginia was battling cancer in her final
days. With your usual smile of encouragement you referred to several scriptures that were referencing our situation
and helping build our faith. We were both lifted up by this “sermonette” to one of your smallest congregations.
Your act of love reinforced our belief that we were at the right place at the right time in our lives.
Thanks, Andy

Billy Hall

By: Sharon Ellis

Sharon Ellis — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 15:27:20 +0000

How blessed our church is to have you as our pastor! You are consistent in your dedication to God and our church. You do not seek to elevate yourself, but seek to elevate God. During the 14 years I served as your secretary, I saw you live the life of a man dedicated to God every day–not just on Sunday.

I love Sharon, Danny, Stephanie, Matthew, Christy, Eric, Davis, and Asa. Y’all have all been such a blessing to my life and to the life of my family, especially during Harold’s illnesses and death. I thank God for you all.