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Lifeway’s 2024 VBS beach theme places kids on rock-solid truth

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) –  “Truth can be different for different people. Do what makes you happy. If you don’t agree with me, you don’t love me.” These are just … more
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8 Tips for Unforgettable Bible Teaching

We’ve all been there at some point in our ministry: We’ve waited until the last minute to add final details to our lessons or sermons, pushed the envelope when it comes to finalizing … more
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Is your heart too cluttered?

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is an excerpt from  Start to Finish   by Mark Dance. Copyright 2023, B&H Publishing. Used by permission. “As for the seed that fell among … more
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7 ways to instantly know if your church website needs help — plus a bonus opportunity at SBC in New Orleans

First appeared in The Alabama Baptist newspaper, May 20, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. Websites are the primary way most people pursue information these days, so it’s important … more
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Planting Pregnant: The DNA of Kaleo Christian Community Church and her daughter, Iglesia Nueva Canción

During the pandemic of 2020, in a season of uncertainty for the country and the church, God called Jonathan Herrera and his wife Olympia to plant a new church. Three years later, the Herreras planted … more
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How to Raise the Prayer Meeting Back to Life

“When the horse dies, dismount.” That’s the advice I got from a Texas pastor regarding ministries in the church that no longer serve a purpose.  Most churches still meet on … more
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Leader: Restrain Yourself

Leaders face challenging situations where self-restraint is essential. In the Bible, Peter failed an early test on this issue. After praying all-night prior to his crucifixion, a mob arrested Jesus … more
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What a good sermon intro looks like, and what it does

I said to a pastor friend, “I wonder if you’d allow me to offer a tiny word of criticism on last Sunday’s sermon.” He sat up straight and beamed. “I’d welcome criticism!” This good … more
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7 ideas for navigating Mother’s Day at your church this year

First appeared in The Baptist newspaper, May 5, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. Mother’s Day is usually one of the most-attended services of the year. Every church is looking for … more
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Día del Niño - Kid's Day

To create an atmosphere where kids love to be and parents want their kids to be, we yearly celebrate Kid's Day or Día del Niño as it is celebrated in Latin American countries all over … more
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Spanish-only VBS training sees dividends

CORNELIA, Ga. (BP) — Years ago, Georgia Baptist Mission Board Next Gen Kids Ministry consultant Jenni Carter was part of an online training when a participant from California said something so … more
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7 Ways to Decrease Gossiping in the Church

I realize gossip has been an issue in the church since its inception. Now, how do we address this issue?  Preach and teach on this topic. The Bible has much to say about our words; in … more
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Church of the Week: Barabbas Road Church

Judy and I were blessed with the Sunday Church service at Barabbas Road Church and heard Pastor Matt Smith deliver a great message from Luke chapter 22, where the disciples of Jesus were sent to … more
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Kaleo Comunidad Cristiana on the Mission Field

On Saturday, April 22, 2023, a team from Kaleo Comunidad Cristiana – a Lemon Grove based Hispanic church plant– traveled to Tecate, B.C. Mexico to help in a children's event. Iglesia … more
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SBC DIGEST: Women’s events at SBC ’23; Registration tops 6,000

NASHVILLE (BP) – This week’s Road to New Orleans features the special events planned just … more
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Iglesia Cristiana Puente de Vida Block Party

On Saturday, April 22, 2023, Iglesia Cristiana Puente de Vida had a Block Party in the parking lot of College Avenue Baptist Church from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  They were supported by their sister … more
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Quest Church Reaches Thousands on Easter

Quest Church San Diego celebrated its largest Easter ever, welcoming 2,200 people over Easter weekend attendance across multiple services and outreaches. The church's outreach efforts were successful … more
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Welcome to our newest Churches!

On Monday, April 17th, the San Diego Baptist Association Credentials Team approved three churches. While independent and autonomous, our churches are part of a network that believes we can accomplish … more
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First Baptist Church of Coronado

The First Baptist Church of Coronado was founded in 1951 by a handful of people who met in the American Legion Hall on Orange Avenue. They met there for two years until they could buy a property and … more
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Easter at Kate Sessions Park

On Sunday, April 9, 2023, King’s Cross Church held its Easter Service at Kate Sessions Park for the first time this year. It was truly an unforgettable Easter. We unashamedly worshipped Jesus … more
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