I’m sitting here at my desk with a heart of gratitude for God’s favor in ministry as we come down the home stretch with the peddle to the metal and the engine roaring to finish strong through the Christmas season. As a pastor it has been a full and challenging year dealing with hard things that would check the oil … 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. Currently, the team is seeking three new members to enhance its initiative. 1. Social Media Editor: We want an individual who can … Read More
A Clash of Cultures
“I was dating a girl from a cross-town school, and she got pregnant. Her parents were not going to be happy that she was pregnant at 17 years old. I demanded that she get an abortion.” Suffering from years of guilt, Tyler faced consequences from “one of those deep sins you lock in the basement and say I will knowingly … Read More
First Person: I’m Asking
By Paul ChitwoodPresident, International Mission Board Because this year’s Lottie Moon Christmas Offering is the most important offering in the history of the International Mission Board, I am asking every church to give 10% more to the IMB this year than you gave last year. If every church raises their giving by just 10%, we can fully support our Southern … Read More
It’s simple: VOTE
My brothers and sisters, It’s very simple, for four years you’ve been complaining and praying about how bad things are. Today, you have a chance to do something about it. Vote. Even if you can’t bring yourself to vote for someone for president, you can still vote to stop abortion up to the moment of birth from being added to … Read More
Renew Montana
I believe the heart of church revitalization is a culture of spiritual renewal. This conviction leads me to also believe that that God can transform any church that is completely surrendered to Him. No matter what the size, a church that pursues a spiritually healthy culture will thrive. In this environment the love of God compels us, and the glory … Read More
Replanting as a Family
By Caleb Duncan When I was 12 years old, I saw down in the living room with my mom, dad, brother and sister. My dad had called a family powwow, and it seemed important. “Kids,” he said,” Me and your mother love you all. And I want you to know that God is calling your dad to serve another church.” … Read More
The Annual Church Profile: More than Just Numbers
It’s time once again for our churches to complete the Annual Church Profile. I know some of you may dread receiving this in the mail (or getting my call when it’s overdue), but it truly matters to us. To make things easier this year, a letter with your login information has been sent to each church. Simply visit www.sbcworkspace.com and … Read More
Helping Hands: Virginia church spent one week helping, loving Glendive
A group of 24 members from Ridgeview Church in Boones Mill, Va. spent one week in Glendive helping with different projects at Church in the Heights and around the community while also taking time to experience what life is like in eastern Montana.
STATE MEETINGS: Montana, Dakotas
By Karen L. Willoughby, posted October 9, 2024 in SBC News Montana celebrates baptisms, notes college closure By Karen L. Willoughby MONTANA CITY, Mont. – Baptisms in Montana are up 50 percent over the last four years, Executive Director Barrett Duke announced during the state convention’s recent annual meeting. In other major news, Montana Christian College has closed, Duke said. “It’s not one church; … Read More