50 ways small churches can connect with their communities

September 19, 2024

A young family moved to our community and was looking for a church home. In their former town, they were members of a church that

10 ways hymns strengthen our faith

August 29, 2024

“I grew up hearing these hymns not only in my church but also in my home. They are part of our heritage,” Carolyn Tomlin writes. “The words strengthen our faith. The music brings comfort and fellowship with God.”

Guiding children, youth to be ambassadors for Christ

July 31, 2024

Learn how Baptist pastors and churches can guide children and youth to be ambassadors for Christ.

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Through connection, intimacy of fellowship, churches can address loneliness epidemic

April 17, 2024

One of the basic functions of churches is fellowship — not just the provision of a meal but giving time and space to people to experience togetherness and share life moments. Fellowship combats the loneliness epidemic plaguing our society.

Church combines health care and evangelism

January 11, 2024

“Of all the missions and activities that Madison Baptist participates in, our health clinic is the most effective.” —Pastor Greg Gilbreath

Christian mentoring: Cultivating the responsibility, privilege of influencing the next generation

January 10, 2024

The Bible contains many examples of people mentoring others and helping them become stronger disciples. As we invest time and energy in the lives of others, we grow spiritually.

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How the church can honor widows, orphans in their midst all year long

October 24, 2023

Orphans and Widows Sunday falls this year on Nov. 12, but helping these special people in our churches and communities shouldn’t be limited to one day a year.