When studying the whole of Scripture, there are some verses a believer must not miss. Special care needs to be given to those passages that have to do with our personal identity in Christ. Take a fresh look at 1 Cor. 3:9 – “for we are all God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building.” One of the most powerful truths in this passage is the use of a possessive descriptor, “God’s.” What an amazing thought to be called something that belongs to the Lord Himself! Every follower of … [Read more...]
CLC to recognize two Christian gentlemen
In 1957 a panel of United States senators concluded that attorney Daniel Webster, a senator from Massachusetts in the first half of the 19th century who argued 223 cases before the U.S. Supreme Court and won about half of them, was among the five greatest senators in our nation’s history. I will not detail his bonafides, suffice it to say he is an important figure in our nation’s history. Webster once said, “Whatever makes men good Christians makes them good citizens.” No one could read … [Read more...]
Eight simple ways to promote Cooperative Program in October
JEFFERSON CITY – October is Cooperative Program Month, and here are eight simple ways to help your church members learn more about the eternal impact of CP. All resources are free and available for ordering or downloading at mobaptist.org/cp, or by calling 800.736.6227 ext. 303. 1. Show a video. Choose from more than a dozen videos, including the new “Pastor 2 Pastor” series, along with the popular “CP Rant” and “Pass the Plate” videos. The videos are easy to download, share via social … [Read more...]
MBC asks Supreme Court for a sign – of freedom
The Missouri Baptist Convention has filed a brief in the U.S. Supreme Court in joining other religious groups asking for a sign – that religious freedom trumps local sign codes which discriminate against churches and church plants. The case, Reed v. Town of Gilbert, originating the Phoenix area, is potentially the most important religious freedom case on the Supreme Court's docket in the new term beginning Oct. 6. Michael and Jonathan Whitehead, a father-son legal team in Kansas City, … [Read more...]
October is CP Month
Malachi O'Brien - Pastor to Pastor: The Cooperative Program JEFFERSON CITY – The MBC has produced a series of short videos featuring Missouri Baptist pastors to highlight Cooperative Program (CP)Month this October. The series, called “Pastor2Pastor,” captures the personal testimonies of pastors across the state as they talk about how CP benefits their churches and enables their congregations to touch the world for Christ. Featured pastors include Malachi O’Brien of Pleasant Ridge Baptist … [Read more...]
Three MBC offices to be contested at Tan-Tar-A
OSAGE BEACH – At least three out of the four Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) offices will be contested during the MBC annual meeting here at Tan-Tar-A Resort, Oct. 27-29. Seven nominees have been announced for the four offices, and nominations could come from the floor during the annual meeting without a prior announcement. So far, only one presidential candidate has been announced. Joshua Hedger, who currently serves as the MBC’s second vice president and as director of Midwestern … [Read more...]
Hammond reflects on two years as MBC president
PARIS – No stranger to Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) life when he was elected president of the convention in 2012, Wesley Hammond, pastor of First Baptist, Paris, said there were still some surprises waiting for him. “Probably the biggest thing is just how diverse Missouri Baptists really are while still working together for the Kingdom,” he said. “There’s a like-mindedness that most people don’t get to see because we’re only around people like us. Whether it’s a small church with a … [Read more...]
FBC Troy’s Rhea to deliver convention sermon
TROY – The convention sermon will direct messengers’ hearts inward at the Missouri Baptist Convention Annual Meeting Oct. 27-29 at Tan-Tar-A Resort in Osage Beach. Richie Rhea, lead pastor of First Baptist Church in Troy, will bring the sermon pulling from various passages including Psalm 42. “Unless the Lord changes my mind, I’m going to focus on things we need to preach to ourselves before we preach to others,” Rhea said. “I’m going to take two or three of those principles there and … [Read more...]
Board Recommendations for annual meeting
Pastor’s Conference to fan ministers’ flames
Annual Meeting Stories Hammond reflects on two years as MBC president Richie Rhea delivering sermon Board Recommendations Pastor’s Conference “CORE” to develop leaders Three Contested offices Special offering ‘This Hope’ to minister in music Committee on Committees Executive Board meeting OSAGE BEACH – Pastors must maintain a balance between their ministry and their relationships. That’s why Jeremy Plymale, president of the Missouri Baptist Pastor’s Conference … [Read more...]
“CORE” to develop leaders
OSAGE BEACH – During the afternoon and evening sessions of the Missouri Baptist Convention’s (MBC) annual meeting, Oct. 28, the CORE Conference will welcome keynote speakers Jeff Iorg and Lance Ford, who will engage messengers through teaching and a Q&A session. The CORE Conference exists to encourage the values of discipleship, missional living and leadership development. This year, Iorg and Ford will provide practical insight for developing leaders. “I believe CORE will be a great … [Read more...]
Special offering to be taken at annual meeting
OSAGE BEACH – Messengers will have a chance to take part in a special free-will offering on Tuesday morning at the Missouri Baptist Convention (MBC) Annual Meeting. The offering will support three Missouri Baptist ministries that encourage ministry to families, strengthen our churches and help those in need. “It’s not for our benefit,” said MBC president and pastor of First Baptist, Paris, Wesley Hammond. “All three of these initiatives help someone else.” The funds received are to be … [Read more...]
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