Light in the Darkness

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 →

No Winners

The George Zimmerman trial amplified the continued division in our nation over race.  America has made great strides in race relations, but this trial reminds us that we still have far to go.  Language on both sides of this case contained disturbing racist slang.  Regardless of your feelings on the verdict, the sad reality is that... Continue Reading →

Helping the Right Way

As we witnessed the tornado ravaged community of Moore, Oklahoma, the scenes of devastation moved us with a desire to help.  As someone who has been involved with Southern Baptist Disaster Relief (the third largest disaster relief entity in the world, right behind the American Red Cross and Salvation Army), and as one who has served in disaster... Continue Reading →

Helping Our Neighbors in Oklahoma

  Oklahoma State Disaster Relief Director, Sam Porter, sends this word as they respond to the devastation from massive tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma:  Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief is responding to needs in Oklahoma.  I am thankful that Kentucky Baptists are part of the network of Southern Baptists who are doing incredible acts for Christ every day.  Your... Continue Reading →

What is our Mission?

Why does the body of Christ exist?  What is our mission?  Defining our mission is crucial if we are to be focused and strategic in accomplishing the tasks given to us by our God. The Lord gave His mission to the church in the passages of Scripture defined as the Great Commission.  "Go, therefore, and make disciples of all... Continue Reading →

Hope

  "For the needy shall not always be forgotten, and the Hope of the poor shall not perish forever" (Psalm 9:18). The 41 nations of Sub-Sahara Africa are some of the neediest in the world.  Would you take a moment to consider these facts about Sub-Sahara Africa: Extreme Poverty...Civil War...Malaria...Unclean Water...High Infant Mortality...Hunger...Tribal Conflict...Draught...HIV Aids...Child-headed... Continue Reading →

The Safest Place to Be

In talking with Christians today, many believe that the safest place to be is in the center of God's will.  I would argue, the best place to be is in the center of God's will, but it is not always the safest. I am vividly reminded of this today as I am working on sending a team of volunteers to an extremely... Continue Reading →

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 →

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