Christ followers, under the power of the Holy Spirit, will tell everyone about Him. (Acts 1:8)
Today is my first day back in the office following a much needed vacation. After a week of relaxing in the warm sunshine and enjoying the beautiful sites of God’s creation, I kinda dreaded coming back to the many emails, voice messages, and the catch-up work that would need to be done. I did not... Continue Reading →
Several leaders have asked me for tips in planning a successful international mission team. Here are critical steps that can assist you in having an effective missionary journey: Advanced preparation of six months to a year is vital in helping to alleviate anxiety, unify the team, increase effectiveness, eliminate potential issues or problems, and strengthen your... Continue Reading →
Just off the Mountain Parkway, on the Wolfe-Morgan County line, sits Crossroads Baptist Church, a little white church in the quaint little community of Helechawa. The building once housed the community school but has now been given to the church as a place for worship. In 2007 Crossroads was started as a mission of Faith Baptist... Continue Reading →
As a young pastor, I wanted to change the world, change the church, and change people's lives. I am now late in my ministry, and have come to realize that I cannot change the world, the church, or people. God is the only one who can change and transform all things. As shepherds of the flock, our... Continue Reading →
As a boy, I often remember seeing "Kilroy was here" crudely written on interstate overpasses, restroom walls, and desks. This American cultural expression traces its roots back to World War II, when this graffiti began to appear almost anywhere that our troops had passed. Last year, Kentucky Baptists left their mark in the streets of New York... Continue Reading →
Exciting reports from this past year’s Kentucky mission activities keep coming in. Missionaries serving in Kentucky reported that over 22,000 volunteers served with them this past year, resulting in 1360 professions of faith in Christ and 379 baptisms. Christians by Choice Ministries (Corbin) alone saw 600+ volunteers, 10 mission teams, over 25,000 volunteer hours, 10+... Continue Reading →
Since the year 2000, we have witnessed a multitude of record breaking disasters across the globe. From killer tornadoes to life-shattering earthquakes, from massive tsunamis to mega-storm hurricanes, disasters are dark times of pain and loss. Disaster Relief is neither simple, nor easy. It can be complicated, messy, and difficult. Disaster work can be frustrating and heart-breaking. Through... Continue Reading →
Christians are equipped for service that lowers their blood pressure. Okay, so Ephesians 2 doesn't say it quite like that. It does say however, that we are equipped for works of service ... and according to a new study, works of service will lower your blood pressure. A new study suggests that engaging in volunteer ministry can make... Continue Reading →
This week I had the privilege of visiting Haven of Rest Family Ministries near Inez, KY. Rocking in an orange rocking chair on the porch of Mullins Lodge, high atop the mountain, with a light rain falling and gray skies overhead was such a restful, peaceful experience. In the stillness and quietness I felt so... Continue Reading →
Missions has been in full swing this week in three western Kentucky associations as WMU’s FamilyFEST and Christian County Baptist Association’s Operation Hopkinsville events have been going on. FamilyFEST brought in 73 persons to serve in the Paducah, KY area and 82 in the Henderson, KY area doing all types of mission projects. Participants came... Continue Reading →
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