If your childhood was anything like mine, summer meant being told to “go play outside” a lot. And that’s good advice since Montana summers are short and winters can be brutal. But what do we do with our student ministry over the summer? Cancel it all together? Cut back some? The same thing we do during the school year? Or … Read More
Journeying to Share His Light with Peru, Part 2
At the end of March, our team of 13 from Billings Christian School and Elevation Church had the honor of handing out thousands of Bibles and tracts to eagerly awaiting Peruvians and ministering to 14 amazing children at New Life Children’s Home in Lima, Peru! We also had opportunities to be more personal in a local church and two schools. … Read More
‘Unplanned’ author Abby Johnson: ‘Look at what God has done’
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (BP) — Much has happened during the past decade in the life of Abby Johnson, the woman whose life story is the subject of the pro-life movie “Unplanned.” Abby Johnson’s organization helps those working in abortion clinics find a way out.Submitted photoIt has been 10 years since she left Planned Parenthood. She celebrated Mother’s Day with her husband … Read More
Montana is Going
What an exciting year! Everywhere we go in the state, pastors are telling us of new outreach ideas they have. They’re also sharing what they’re doing with us so we can share them with others. I believe we are moving into a very exciting time. If you go to the Go Montana forum, you’ll see that we are already beginning … Read More
Celebrating Church Planting Impacts in Montana
In today’s world, it is easy to see what someone is doing in an instant through social media, text messages, video calls, etc. It is a great way to keep up through a “snapshot” about an experience that one is having and wanting to share with family and friends. It’s a great way for others to celebrate and enjoy the … Read More
Who’s Your One?
As a Christ follower, you are empowered by God to intentionally share how God has transformed your life. Yes, you can help a coworker, neighbor, friend, or family member who is far away from God experience new life in Jesus. Do you believe that? Now, imagine if everyone in your church family believed that was true. What if believers lived … Read More
Over 50 Respond at Get Real East AGAIN!
God is doing something amazing in the lives of students across Montana! For the second year in a row over 50 students responded to the invitation. And baptisms are already happening as a result of those salvations. In addition to the amazing spiritual response Get Real East was live streamed on Facebook for the first time with an incredible impact … Read More
Journeying to Share His Light with Peru, Part 1
It had been over 7 and a half years since our family had stepped foot back onto Peruvian soil. Our family of four had served a 2-year term in Lima with the International Mission Board as missionaries, leading the translator ministry for the northern portion of Peru. We handled the logistics of USA church teams working in the villages of … Read More
SBTS: Chitwood urges Great Commission faithfulness
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (BP) — A glorious vision of people from all nations worshiping God should inspire all ministry and mission, says Paul Chitwood, president of the International Mission Board. Chitwood spoke during Southern Baptist Theological Seminary’s chapel, April 18. He is a two-time graduate of the seminary, having earned both his master of divinity and doctorate of philosophy at the … Read More
April 7 is Cooperative Program Sunday
This Sunday, April 7, is Cooperative Program Sunday. Please join us in spreading the word about the benefits and blessings of the Cooperative Program. Since its launch in 1925, the effectiveness of the Cooperative Program has been dependent upon individuals, churches, state conventions, and SBC entities cooperating, working toward a common goal of sharing the gospel with every person on … Read More