Bible Baptist Church

Llano, Texas

"In the Hill Country of Texas"

In the heart of the "Texas Hill Country" and under the vast Texas ski, Llano finds its roots and great heritage.  With a population of around 3,700, Pastor Dale Strawn has labored for the work of the Lord for over 11 years.  The membership has entered into and completed a challenging building program with a new building of approximately 12,000 sq feet and paid in full.

From a humble and outgrown facility, the church has relocated and built one of the finest buildings you can image for the work of the ministry.

I had the most wonderful joy, thrill and privilege of being here for the dedication of this work.  In the past I have stood on the barren ground, then on the cement slab under the red iron.  Then to stand in the finished building was nothing short than seeing the hand of God's goodness.

Vacation Bible School
2008

Once more I was asked to come do the Vacation Bible School.  It was a great time of fun and spiritual joy in the Lord.  Usually when we think of VBS we think of children.  But here VBS is FAMILY VBS.  Young and old alike joined in the games, the singing and Bible lessons.  How exciting to meet new folks since the last time I was here and to see many of the faithful still in service for the Lord.

This church was made for preaching!!  A comfortable auditorium, adequate lighting and well equipped sound system combined with a people whose hearts the Lord has touched, made the VBS and Sunday Services very special.  Souls were saved and baptized.

The weather was good without being or hot or rainy. On the Fourth of July we all sat outside the church and watched the fire works on the Llano River.

The church over looks the city and is at one of the highest points in the area.  You can't help but wonder how many lost souls will die and never know the love of the Lord nor of His saving grace.

It is the vision of Pastor and people to reach this needy area with a strong witness and testimony.

Each night before I preached Mrs. Souza told a true missionary story on the life of Amy Carmichael.  Through this missionaries life story at least one young lady surrendered to the service of the Lord. 

Mrs. Souza has a very special way of telling a story that keeps the interest of all ages.  I am always glad to have her be part of my ministry.  But the true impact was in the life of this missionary and her undying love for the lost and denial of self.

Once again the Bible Baptist Church of Mason joined with us.  They were a very welcome and appreciated guest.  But they were not just guests.  They joined in helping in any way they could having a cheerful spirit and joyful heart.

It is really amazing how the Lord has provided for the ministry here over the years.  Recently a man donated this bus for the work of evangelism in the town.  He paid for the bus, the painting and even the lettering.   

The bus was put to good use during VBS.

The VBS ran from Wednesday to Sunday Night.  At the end of the Sunday Evening service Pastor baptized a young girl that was saved during the week.   It was thrilling time as many friends and relatives came to witness her new found faith in Jesus Christ.

Many, both child and adult, were at the altar and the Lord touched deeply within our hearts.  Amid the tears were smiles of joy as lives were changed.

Everyone joined in on the singing, the fun songs, games and Bible times

Brother Michael really had our attention when he was doing his tricks.  Just when we thought we had if figured out  he would surprise us.  His tricks always had some Bible teaching to them.

I guess now is as good as time as any to admit that once again the GIRLS won the Penny March.  But the Boys were close!!!!!!

Each night, those who came, brought their Bible, said their memory verse or brought a guess got to earn "Bible Baptist Bucks" which could be redeemed at the prize table each night.

All the children worked hard to earn as many "Bible Baptist Bucks" as they could to buy the things they wanted.