January 10, 2018
Former LifeWay tower came down 'really fast'January 9, 2018 by David Roach, Baptist Press | |
Former LifeWay Christian Resources landmark Draper Tower is now a pile of rubble. The 12-story building on LifeWay’s former campus in downtown Nashville was demolished Jan. 6 with an implosion ... READ MORE |
Immigration 'more than politics' for Hickory Grove leaderJanuary 8, 2018 by Seth Brown, BR Content Editor | |
Jose Ocampo, a member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church and junior at Wingate University, is urging U.S. lawmakers to develop a legislative fix that would protect DACA recipients, like him ... READ MORE |
Pro-life centers continue to meet challenges despite oppositionJanuary 8, 2018 by Tom Strode, Baptist Press | |
Pregnancy resource centers continue to carry on the vital, pro-life work of serving vulnerable women and unborn children in the face of ongoing, adversarial campaigns by abortion rights advocates ... READ MORE |
Former running back uses foundation to help kidsJanuary 8, 2018 by Roman Gabriel III, BR Sports Q&A | |
Christian Okoye is a native of Nigeria and former running back for the Kansas City Chiefs. He played six seasons for the Chiefs, where he broke records for number of rushing yards ... READ MORE |
OTHER BR NEWS |
Baptist leaders remember Martin Luther King Jr.
Why Baptists have state newspapers
Churches, individuals rally to pray, help minister who lost wife in fire
How will you be a voice for life?
Coats opens doors for Jesus in New York
K. Allan Blume BR Editor | Find the right resources One of the first things a professor shared with me as I began my freshman year in college was, “You don’t have to know everything. But, a good education will teach you where to get the answers when you need them.” There has been a thousand times in my ministry that I experienced the impact of the professor’s statement. I’ve faced questions that I could not answer and problems I could not resolve, but I found the right resources to help me navigate treacherous waters and reach a safe harbor. Having access to the right resources is the key! The primary, undisputed resource for problems is always the Bible, coupled with prayer. That’s the best starting point; and sometimes that’s all we need. The second most valuable resource is people. I've been amazed to see how God has uniquely equipped others to walk with me through difficult problems. Through the counsel and support of my wife, friends, fellow pastors and directors of missions, I was able to maintain my stride in ministry even though I faced issues that could have derailed me. The Proverbs teach us there is great wisdom in the counsel of others who love God. If you are a church leader, there is a huge resource pool that must be on your list: the people who serve on the staff of the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina and related organizations. In my last 10 years as a pastor, I called on at least a dozen of these men and women to come alongside me and our church in ministry. They are equipped to help with church financial matters, organizational issues, conflict, pastor search, deacon ministry, campus ministry, worship, church revitalization, prayer, disciple-making, missions, stewardship, church planting, disaster relief, women’s ministry, youth ministry, Bible Study groups, reaching internationals, church websites, facilities and the list goes on! Do you have any idea how helpful the convention staff can be to you? They are valuable resources you cannot afford to overlook. Call the convention’s main number (800-395-5102) and someone will be happy to serve you. P.S. No one at the convention suggested or asked me to share my comments. I’m totally convinced that God has prepared someone to be the resource you need right now! These gifted men and women want to help you. This week's issue of the printed Biblical Recorder is filled with resources to help you prepare for Sanctity of Human Life Sunday (January 21). Do you know why Baptists have state papers? Click here to find out. People need to know! Email me: [email protected] Follow me on Twitter Follow the Biblical Recorder on Twitter |