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Five shifts to consider in reaching our unchurched city

As I talk and get to know the different pastors and churches here in San Diego, I’m realizing that we do a great job reaching the churched and prepared audiences with the gospel. Despite the … more
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A church of courage

EDITOR’S NOTE:  The following is a book excerpt from “Willing to Risk it All for His Name’s Sake” written by Eric Reese. Eric and Ramona Reese have served with the IMB in … more
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Hospitality essentials: 5 keys to your church being more welcoming

First appeared in The Baptist Paper newspaper, January 30, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. The church welcome time is important in your church for three reasons: to be friendly to regular … more
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San Diego ministries focus on ‘bold new course’ through All San Diego strategy

First appeared in The Baptist Paper, February 13, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. As churches and other ministries seek to regain a sense of normal in the wake of the devastating COVID-19 … more
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Ordination of Dr. Scott P. Bayer

On Friday, February 3, 2023, New Song Community Church in Oceanside, California, ordained Dr. Scott P. Bayer to the ministry of Christ. After providing a theological paper and standing before a … more
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What the church started during the pandemic that it needs to continue

TYRONE, Ga. (BP) – More than we’d like to admit, life changes and it never goes back to the way it was. Yet, if life were a coin, there would be two sides. There would be the side of … more
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Ministers’ tax guide released by GuideStone

First appeared in The Baptist newspaper, January 31, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. GuideStone Financial Resources has released its most popular annual publication, the 2023 … more
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The Beatitudes for Pastors

First appeared in The Baptist newspaper, January 24, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. In so many ways, pastoring is the greatest job in the world — mostly because it is not a … more
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San Diego Southern Baptist Association Celebrates 80th Anniversary of God’s Goodness

It is considered an enormous blessing when the LORD sends rain in a drought-susceptible area of Southern California (SoCal). The winter storm did not hinder… more
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Mesa Church Community Bonfire Night

Mesa Church partnered with a local realtor and coffee shop to host a community night on Wednesday December 28, 2022 to meet more families in our neighborhood. We utilized the bounce house from the … more
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3 things to consider before downsizing your ministry staff

First appeared in The Baptist paper newspaper, January 12, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. Anytime the economy is struggling, or during inflationary times, it’s perfectly normal for … more
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Recapturing evangelism

Editor’s note: The following is an excerpt from Recapturing Evangelism by Matt Queen, vice president for academic administration at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. The … more
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BETTER TO LIGHT A CANDLE THAN TO CURSE THE DARKNESS

“You are the light of the world . . . let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:14-16. Powered by the light of … more
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Want more people in the pews this weekend? Try these 12 tips

First appeared in The  Baptist Paper newspaper, January 11, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. We’re now beginning to see attendance at some churches meet or exceed pre-COVID … more
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4 social media shifts the church should know about

NASHVILLE (BP) – The internet is changing again. And that is bad news for the churches that are already lagging behind on social media platforms. But it also creates an opportunity to … more
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Making your checklist for church communication in 2023

First appeared in The Baptist Paper newspaper, January 4, 2023 issue.  Used with Permission. A communication strategy checklist for the new year could be very long for most churches. In … more
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‘Unwaveringly committed’ to God’s word: SEBTS to launch new center for biblical translation

First appeared in The Baptist Paper newspaper, December 20, 2022 issue.  Used with Permission. Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary recently announced new Caskey Center for Biblical Text … more
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The best and worst Christmas I’ve ever had

Editor’s note: The following is a partial transcript of comments made by SBC President Bart Barber when he was interviewed by radio host Erick Erickson. Used by permission. FARMERSVILLE, … more
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Three languages, one mission: Church campus reaching multiple people groups

First appeared in The Baptist Paper newspaper, December 14, 2022 issue.  Used with Permission. Three churches on one campus, reaching three distinct people groups, is a glimpse of God’s … more
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‘I’m on this earth to please Him’

Tanner Bowles grew up surrounded by faith and football, and though football now takes up a lot of his time, faith remains a priority. The Glasgow, Kentucky, native is an offensive lineman for the … more
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