By Justin Orr, Published in NewChurches.com. Browse this list of 55 online Bible tools to discover new resources that will help you with Bible study, sermon preparation and related research. Editor’s note: The resources outlined below are unaffiliated with newchurches.com and newchurches.com does not profit or benefit from these endorsements in any way. They are simply recommended in an effort to … Read More
5 Reasons Patience in Ministry is So Vital
By Mark Hallock One of the most important—yet often overlooked—keys to effective ministry in the church is leading others with Christ-like patience. But this is far easier said than done. For most visionary leaders I know, patience can be a real struggle. Why? Because visionary leaders want to see change happen now, not later. We desire to see new ministry initiatives launched now, … Read More
The MPact Breakouts Will Be Great
MPact is just a couple weeks away. If you haven’t made your hotel reservation yet, you need to do that immediately. We’re running out of rooms! You can find all the information you need at www.mtsbc.org/mpact/. While you’re there, look over the schedule. It includes all the breakouts. We have some really great breakouts planned. Below is the whole list … Read More
3:16 on 3/16 Evangelism Day
Montana pastors, join me and fellow leaders from across the country for Evangelism Day! This year, Sunday, March 16, is being designated as “3:16 on 3/16” by NAMB. They’ve put together fantastic resources for you to utilize within your church. There’s no better opportunity for congregations nationwide to unite on this special day to spread the Gospel. John 3:16, one … Read More
406 Sunday – A Day of Prayer for Spiritual Renewal
The number 406 has a special meaning to those who love Montana. It’s not just our area code; it’s part of our collective identity. It’s a symbol that is embraced by proud Montanans and tourists alike. It is displayed on t-shirts, stickers, and embedded into logos as an image of the uniqueness of Big Sky Country. Over the last few … Read More
Montana Southern Baptist Women
Montana Southern Baptist Women (MSBW) engages women affiliated with Montana Southern Baptist Convention churches in mission-oriented activities. The MSBW leadership team is enthusiastic about the opportunities available in 2025 for all MTSBC women to participate in mission work. MPact: We are looking forward to seeing you at MPact. There will be some amazing ministry opportunities shared with you that will … Read More
CP giving 3 percent below budget goals year to date
NASHVILLE (BP) – Cooperative Program giving was 6.83 percent below the budget goal in January, while designated giving was slightly above the same number from the previous year. Southern Baptists gave just over $17.7 million through CP during the third month of the fiscal year. The budget target was $19 million. Year-to-date CP receipts are by 2.99 percent below budget … Read More
MPACT 2025: Get Ready
MPact 2025 is in a new location and at a new time. We’re meeting at the Copper King Hotel and Convention Center in Butte, starting at 1pm on Thursday, February 20, and ending at 5:00 pm on Friday, February 21. It’s going to be a fantastic event! I’ve been looking forward to it for months. Please note the date change, … Read More
Church Planting in Whitefish: The Sparkman Family
The Sparkman family has moved from Texas to Whitefish, Montana in hopes of planting a new church there. Tell us about your family. My wife, Michele, and I have been married for 21 years and have four kids ages 16, 13, 11, and 7 (two boys and two girls). We love to be outside adventuring whether that is ultra trail … Read More
A Renewing Culture
I love the book of 1 Thessalonians because it reveals a spiritually renewing culture. The life of this church was marked by its work of faith, their labor of love, and their steadfast hope. When the gospel came to them, the Holy Spirit brought deep conviction, and the power of God to save souls was evident. In submitting to Christ … Read More