Christ followers, under the power of the Holy Spirit, will tell everyone about Him. (Acts 1:8)
Once upon a time, churches were considered safe havens that were untouched by the violence of our world. The recent mass shooting at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in downtown Charleston, South Carolina has again reminded us of the need to be prepared for the unthinkable. First Thessalonians 5:3 cautions us about the false thought... Continue Reading →
We buried my father just two weeks ago after battling lung cancer, dementia, and finally, pnemonia. He had battled alcoholism in early adulthood, but experienced life transformation after accepting Christ as his Savior and Lord. Following his conversion, my father (who I affectionately called Dave) lived his life on mission, declaring to everyone he met... Continue Reading →
Recently we had our annual Kentucky Missionary Retreat at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park in Corbin, KY. My, what a beautiful place to “retreat.” It kind of reminds me of Jesus going away to the mountain to be alone with the Father. Cumberland Falls was such a special place to walk (or sit) and pray;... Continue Reading →
When Southern Baptists observe World Hunger Sunday on October 11, they will be called to act on the commands of Scripture. The Bible tells us that when Jesus saw the hungry and hurting multitude in Matthew 14, "He had compassion on them..." He healed and fed those who flocked to Him. Scripture is... Continue Reading →
As I wrote my August blog, school had just begun. Now, with schools being in session for a month, we find one missionary couple, Frank and Judy Caulder, hard at work delivering food orders so they can begin sending weekend food backpacks home with students. During the spring of 2006 Frank and Judy came with... Continue Reading →
Cincinnati is in need of the gospel and Kentucky Baptists can help spread the message of Jesus in this river city. Over 1.6 million people live in metro Cincinnati, but only 43.6% are affiliated with any religious group. Still yet, only 13.9% are connected with an evangelical church. NAMB tells us that there is only... Continue Reading →
For my blog post this week, I am sharing the testimony of a mission team that recently returned from Madagascar. "A three member well drilling team from First Baptist Church of Shelbyville just returned from their second mission project to Madagascar. Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief provided the well-drilling tools and assisted with training at Water... Continue Reading →
Acts 1:8 challenges every Christ follower to be a missionary everywhere - locally, regionally, nationally and around the world. All believers are called to this commitment, but sadly, we know that not all are obedient. Likewise, churches are to be Great Commission churches - sending people and making disciples everywhere, locally, regionally, nationally and around... Continue Reading →
Today is back-to-school day for many students across Kentucky. It has been fun seeing all of the pictures on Facebook of students as they return to school. Many parents have posted side by side pictures of their children from last school year and this school year. Some have even posted pictures from kindergarten and then... Continue Reading →
Most churches, businesses, and organizations fail to prepare for any kind of disaster. The result is that each of these entities lessen their ability to survive and recover. However. a far greater tragedy is that the church often fails to minister in a positive and effective manner following disasters. Kentucky Disaster Relief's strategy plan, "Ready... Continue Reading →
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