In July 2019 Richard & Amy Greene, along with their son Alex were introduced as the new directors of the Freeda Harris Baptist Center in Pike County, a gospel-focused ministry partnership of the Kentucky Baptist Convention & the Pike Association of Southern Baptists. This ministry provides individuals and teams the opportunity to experience missions through... Continue Reading →
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Do Not Be Alarmed
For most of us our world has changed in 2020. Our world has been drastically altered by the COVID-19 pandemic. We are washing our hands and using sanitizer more. We are social distancing and wearing face masks as we try to not get too close to one another. Many of us have stockpiled food, water,... Continue Reading →
Will COVID-19 Distract Us from the Vision?
The world’s attention has been on COVID-19 for the last several months. We’ve seen how the virus can be passed from person to person and we’re learning daily how to protect ourselves and those we love while creatively ministering in a constantly changing world of uncertainty. I’m concerned about those who might be infected with... Continue Reading →
3 Keys for Sharing Christ with Muslims
For over two decades, the Lord has blessed me with opportunities to serve Him by sharing the gospel with Muslims around the world. As 1.8 Billion Muslims are fasting and praying during Ramadan in midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, now is the time for Christians to share Christ. Here are three keys: 1. Prayer and... Continue Reading →
We Are Stronger Together
If COVID-19 has taught us anything as Southern Baptists, it has taught us that we are stronger together than on our own. This truth is not new to us, but it has been an unexpected reminder in an otherwise challenging time. How has COVID-19 taught us that we are stronger together? Simply put, the Great... Continue Reading →
Pray for Kentucky Missionaries as They Serve During COVID-19
Only a few short months ago we entered a new year, a new decade, into 2020. Little did we know what was just ahead and that we would be entering into a time that like none of us had ever experienced before. Who would have thought about schools, colleges, restaurants, sporting events and especially churches... Continue Reading →
Teach Me to Do Your Will During COVID-19
Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief remains ready to respond during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues to partner with Kentucky Emergency Management and other responders. The pandemic has been unlike any previous crisis response and we have been forced to adapt and be creative in our response. For example, Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief donated 12,150 N-95 masks... Continue Reading →
Creatively Meeting Needs During the COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every community and every element of our society. Businesses, schools, organizations and even parks, are closed if they don’t provide what is considered an essential service. Most people are sheltered in place, while those that do get out are forced to practice social distancing. The pandemic has impacted our medical... Continue Reading →
Practical guide for family prayer and encouragement
Missions is a family affair. In Acts 2, the Bible records Peter’s powerful sermon on the day of Pentecost. As Peter was preaching, the Holy Spirt moved in the hearts of those who were listening. They pleaded with Peter, “What must we do to be saved?” Peter answered them and said, “Repent and be baptized!” As... Continue Reading →
Meet Our New 2020 Kentucky Missionaries
PLEASE NOTE: This event has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Go to www.kybaptist.org/missionaries to learn about these and all of our Kentucky missionaries. Pray for them (and maybe even send a note of encouragement) as they are having to find new ways to do ministry during these challenging times. Join us on Friday,... Continue Reading →