By Aaron EarlsNASHVILLE – Most retirement age pastors and missionaries say their current life is close to ideal, but some who have entered retirement say they could’ve been better prepared.In a survey sponsored by Shepherd’s Fold Ministries, Nashville-based LifeWay Research asked 2,451 pastors, ministers and missionaries who were retired or at least 67 years old […]
When Jesus relayed His Great Commission to His disciples, beginning in Matt. 28:18-20 and then completing in Acts 1:8, He never minced words about Who owned the territory being discussed. In fact, the Greek word “exousia” translated as “authority” or “power” in Matt. 28:18 carries with it the idea of territorial jurisdiction. In essence, Jesus […]
Members of the Women’s mission group with the 160 Easter baskets given to a primary school. BBBC/Special
I’ve written in the past about why I believe that cell phones can hinder ministry, in addition to why I know I must put my phone down in meetings. I recognize, though, that cell phones are a part of our lives. So, perhaps these suggestions will help us “redeem” our phones for ministry. Enroll in a “verse […]
“In a wild-west, anything goes, high turnover context such as exists in the SBC, interim pastors are vitally important to local church ministry.”
Sessions were offered in 18 categories during four time slots all over the campus of FBC Jonesboro.
“Following God’s calling does not always mean leaving home and occupation.”
“It’s been like a 30-year honeymoon
To date, Georgia has distributed 198,486 backpacks.
“It won’t be the case of churches coming to us for help and resources. We’ll be going to them.”
“Many predators in the pulpits… got there because we did not ask the right questions.”