Poverty is a real issue in our country and is getting worse every day. As I read the reports of our missionaries who work with those in poverty I hear over and over again that they are ministering to a larger number of individuals and families each month. According to the US Census Bureau, the... Continue Reading →
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The Command is Greater Than the Need
I am so thankful for the literally thousands of missionaries who serve the Lord in Kentucky each year through a variety of ministries. Whether one serves as a long term career missionary or a short term volunteer, you are considered a missionary, "if in response to God's call and gifting, you leave your comfort zone... Continue Reading →
Searching for One Man
Where is your sacred place? According to one survey, men seek sacred places where they can get away from the ordinary grind of life. Some sacred places that men shared were fishing boats, hunting camps, the golf course, and their workshops. Some mentioned their recliners, television, and the morning paper as their sacred spot. Interestingly, men did... Continue Reading →
interSEED for our Kentucky Missionaries
One hundred plus missionaries serve in various roles across Kentucky. When asked what you can do for them you most always get the same answer, “Pray for us.” Reminds me of the words of Paul in 1 Thessalonians 5:25 as he ends his letter with, “Brothers and sisters, pray for us.” All through this epistle... Continue Reading →
I’m Not Trained, But I Did Stay at a Holiday Inn Express Last Night
Believers often ask in Disaster Relief, “Why do I have to go through training to serve as a disaster relief volunteer? Why can’t I just go help people?” Preparation is important in any area of ministry as it enables usto be more effective as we seek to be used by God to reach or minister... Continue Reading →
Start a New Ministry in the New Year
The New Year's Eve celebrations have ended and before us is a new year of new opportunities, new beginnings and new direction. This is the time of year that we find ourselves evaluating the past year and making new plans and resolutions for the coming year. Usually the new plans have something to do with... Continue Reading →
“Behold, the handmaid of the Lord…”
Recently, while reading through the Christmas story in Luke 1, Mary’s words (verse 38) burned in my heart – “Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word.” “Handmaid” – To me, the word has a special ring. In other translations I see it as maid, servant, and slave; but I... Continue Reading →
Remember The Bread
I typically take a list when I shop for groceries. I do it for this reason: In the midst of Oreos...Breyers Ice Cream...Doritos, it is easy to forget the bread. It is important in a sea of choices to not forget the main item. Kentucky Baptists are being given a unique opportunity to partner with... Continue Reading →
Thankful for Those Who Serve
This past Sunday morning I was up early, like my mother and grandmother so many times before me, making chicken and dumplings for our annual church Thanksgiving meal. This being the Thanksgiving season, my mind turned toward my family and the many things for which I am thankful. I thought of how blessed I am... Continue Reading →
Enlarge the Tents
In the book of Isaiah, God tells the remnant of His people living in a difficult time to “Enlarge the place of your tent” (Isaiah 54:2-3). I love the imagery of a tent. Tents speak of flexibility, adaptability, and mobility. You can set up a tent almost anywhere. A tent can easily be expanded by adding... Continue Reading →