JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Baptist Convention’s first African American officer, Jon Nelson, is not only a husband, father and church planter, but he is also a testimony to the grace of God that hunts us down and refuses to let us go. Only this grace can take an adversary, such as Nelson, and bring him into the service of the One he hated so much. Growing up in his parents’ inner-city church in Kansas City, Nelson admits he often intellectually wrestled with Christians there. “When I … [Read more...]
Thirteen baptized at Lincoln County jail
WENTZVILLE – Inmates at the Lincoln County Jail in Troy are coming to see that God’s amazing grace can set any prisoner free because of a prison ministry led by First Baptist Church, Wentzville. The weekly church-led Bible study at the jail is making a difference in the lives of these men. “The men are experiencing joyful living, although incarcerated,” Lieutenant Andy Binder, church member and public information officer of the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, said. “Their burden is … [Read more...]
Relationship redeemed: Young collegiate couple restored, discipled through MBC student ministry to disciple young couple
KANSAS CITY – “If our friends from college saw us now, they wouldn’t even recognize us,” says Samantha D’Silva of herself and her husband, Chris. The couple, who married in May, rode a tumultuous relationship roller coaster during their college years. God intervened by connecting them with a college ministry, setting them on a path of redemption instead of a path of destruction. Chris grew up in a traditionally Catholic family, but faith wasn’t something he thought about on his own. When … [Read more...]
Bolivar pastor, Ben Carson to speak at Gov.’s prayer breakfast
JEFFERSON CITY – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Dr. Ben Carson and Billy Russell, pastor, First Baptist Church, Bolivar, will be the featured speakers at the Governor’s Prayer Breakfast Jan. 10, 7 a.m., at the Capitol Plaza Hotel. Carson, a neurosurgeon and former presidential candidate, was appointed to his position in 2017 by President Donald Trump. Russell also preached at the inauguration of Gov. Mike Parson earlier this year. Parson and his wife, Theresa, … [Read more...]
Concord to host annual prayer service for state officials
JEFFERSON CITY – Lawmakers and citizens will gather for what has become a Jefferson City tradition when Concord Baptist Church, in conjunction with the Missouri Baptist Convention’s (MBC) Christian Life Commission, hosts the 14th annual Prayer Service for Missouri Government Leaders, Jan. 9 at 9 a.m. The event always marks the first day of each new session of the General Assembly. “We will be seeking God’s blessing for Missouri’s legislative, executive and judicial leadership,” said Monte … [Read more...]
‘Come, let us adore Him’ – With live nativity Missouri Baptists call to mind the very first Christmas
JEFFERSON CITY – Visitors to the Dec. 1 Christmas open house at the Governor’s mansion were treated to holiday décor that held more meaning than mere garland and candy canes. Governor Mike Parson, a member of First Baptist, Bolivar, asked Concord Baptist Church here to stage a live nativity on the grounds. As crowds wound around waiting to see inside the historic residence, they first got a reminder of the true meaning of Christmas with live shepherds, wise men, and of course, Mary, Joseph … [Read more...]
SBU commissions peer assessment committee
EDITOR'S NOTE: The following news article was released by Southwest Baptist University on Saturday afternoon, Dec. 22. BOLIVAR (SBU) — Southwest Baptist University has commissioned an external peer assessment committee that will lead a University-wide dialogue regarding faith and learning. Included within this assessment will be deeper conversations and evaluations regarding orthodoxy. We are grateful that Dr. David Dockery, president of Trinity International University, has agreed to … [Read more...]
‘The difference is Christ’ – Drug addicts find gospel freedom through Harvest Outreach
HANNIBAL – The change Jesus made in ex-convict Tina Hall after her release from opioid incarceration on Aug. 9, 2016, is the difference between worldly night and heavenly day. “Addiction caused liver problems,” Hall said. “Nothing changed me or made me want other choices. I just wanted to get out. This time leaving prison, I had nowhere to go. My mom passed away when I was in prison.” That’s when Harvest Outreach stepped in. Harvest Outreach is a ministry of Living Way Christian … [Read more...]
Soli Deo gloria: Handel’s ‘Messiah’ lifts Christ high
COLUMBIA – On a cold, clear night in November, a crowd of 1,700 people gathered at Jesse Hall on the campus of the University of Missouri. They sat in rapt silence for nearly three hours as Scripture was unfolded, telling the story of Christ. It began with the prophecies of Isaiah, moved onto His birth in Luke, wound through His ministry and death in the Gospels, celebrated His resurrection with shouts of Hallelujah, and ended with selections from Revelation in anticipation of His second … [Read more...]
As iron sharpens iron, ‘Forged in Fire’ TV appearance fulfills God’s purpose
DESLOGE – After the most physically, mentally and emotionally draining day he had ever experienced, John Wigger, longtime member of First Baptist Church Desloge (FBCD), trudged back to his room exhausted, but satisfied with the outcome of the first round. Wigger, part-owner of blacksmithing business Hawthorne Forge, was chosen to be on “Forged in Fire,” a competitive and popular bladesmithing show that airs on the History channel, after the casting director saw pictures of his forged … [Read more...]
‘The difference is Christ’ – Drug addicts find gospel freedom through Harvest Outreach
HANNIBAL – The change Jesus made in ex-convict Tina Hall after her release from opioid incarceration on Aug. 9, 2016, is the difference between worldly night and heavenly day. “Addiction caused liver problems,” Hall said. “Nothing changed me or made me want other choices. I just wanted to get out. This time leaving prison, I had nowhere to go. My mom passed away when I was in prison.” That’s when Harvest Outreach stepped in. Harvest Outreach is a ministry of Living Way Christian … [Read more...]
‘God’s wonders’ on display: 4,750 professions of faith reported by SBC chaplain at Fort Leonard Wood
FORT LEONARD WOOD – Between Easter and Christmas, nearly 5,000 soldiers and trainees at the U.S. Army base here have professed faith in Christ, according to Southern Baptist Chaplain (Capt.) Jose Rondon. Rondon began to track what has been called a “spiritual awakening” on the military base in March, when he reported that more than 200 professed faith during chapel services on the base on March 11 and March 18. By June 24, that number had risen to 880 professions of faith and has continued … [Read more...]
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