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Cooperative Program crosses $20 billion in cumulative giving

NASHVILLE (BP) – Since 1925, Southern Baptists have given more than $20 billion through the Cooperative Program to fund its entities and missionaries taking the Gospel throughout the … more
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Recapturing evangelism

Editor’s note: The following is an excerpt from Recapturing Evangelism by Matt Queen, vice president for academic administration at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. The … more
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Four Ways to Create Healthy Culture to Grow Your Organization

Have you ever gotten the sense that you just don’t like the way things feel in your organization? You have a great team, worked hard on crafting a mission statement, recruited excellent team … more
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3 things to consider before downsizing your ministry staff

First appeared in The Baptist paper newspaper, January 12, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. Anytime the economy is struggling, or during inflationary times, it’s perfectly normal for … more
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First Easter Service at Doxa Church in National City

It’s early on Easter Sunday, April 9th, 2023. The sun is bright, and the morning is cool and crisp. Volunteers arrive at Sweetwater High School, where the church meets at 10:00 AM. The set-up … more
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Five Reasons Why 2021 Will Be Harder—But Better—Than 2020

As the pandemic hit, the chaos of the spring and summer gave way to an intolerable uncertainty in the fall and winter. Church leaders had to shift from a short-term crisis mindset to a long-term … more
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Send Relief helps Southern Baptists care for the vulnerable

God calls local churches to show love and provide tangible support to their communities, and  Send Relief  is enabling them to do so. A collaboration of the International Mission Board and … more
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Living Nativity

Luke 2:10-18 (NIV) But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is … more
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California pastors begin planning for 2022 SBC annual meeting

ANAHEIM (BP) – In terms of national influence and Gospel impact, the importance of Southern Baptist work in California cannot be overstated, agreed SBC leaders and pastors from the state … more
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Outside the gate

It was the last week of His life, and Jesus was fielding questions from critics in the temple. An angry crowd gathered around Him as one after another lost their arguments. One challenger was left: a … more
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BETTER TO LIGHT A CANDLE THAN TO CURSE THE DARKNESS

“You are the light of the world . . . let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16. Powered by the light of … more
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Easter Egg Hunt at East Clairemont Church

East Clairemont church recently hosted, on April 8, 2023, an Easter egg hunt outreach event that was a huge success. The event was designed to help build the church's children's ministry and provide … more
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3 easy ways to improve your Sunday announcements

GRAPEVINE, Texas (BP) – With my role at the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention, I have the blessing of preaching in many different churches. That allows me to see how other churches are … more
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Wheelchair no obstacle for 68-year-old’s baptism in Louisiana

Being wheelchair-bound could not stop 68-year-old Jack Butler from publicly declaring his faith in Jesus through baptism. Six men, three on each side, carried Butler on a wooden plank and then … more
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Getting to the Edge of Lostness

Matthew 24:14 records these words of our Lord: “This gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will … more
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Why every staff pastor should make hospital visits

I’m a student pastor and I do hospital visits every week. It’s not that I have a large contingent of sick students, but I’ve realized hospital visits need to be part of every … more
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Why pastors struggle to ask for help (and how to get it)

“It took me too long, but I finally decided to get the help I needed.” My first coaching call with this pastor was like so many others. This pastor shouldered the leadership burden … more
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Parody video provides fun way to promote 2022 SBC Pastors Conference

The 2022 Southern Baptist Convention Pastors Conference, set for June 12–13 in Anaheim, California, revealed its lineup of 12 preachers through a fun Christmas-themed music video … more
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Five Cautions about Church Budgets for the Next Twelve Months

The call from the pastor was not that unusual.  Indeed, it was part of a pattern we’ve observed at Church Answers.  “Hey Thom,” the pastor asked, “Are you … more
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ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE BRIDE AND MOTHER OF THE BRIDE AFFECTED BY COVID-19

Have you, your daughter, or a loved one had to change or postpone your wedding date due to COVID-19? We know this is a difficult season for many, especially those who have spent months, perhaps even … more
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