What to Do When You Want to Give Up

Pastor Rick WarrenAll Enews, Strengthening Team

Originally published by pastors.com on July 23, 2019 I hear from pastors all the time who are ready to give up. They’re tired. They’re frustrated. They feel like they’ve failed their family, their congregation—and God. Any veteran church leader has experienced discouragement. In fact, some of us have been through several trying seasons. It’s not a sin to get discouraged—it … Read More

The Netflix of Christian Media

Darren HalesAll Enews, Strengthening Team

It has been several months since we shared free access to RightNow Media.  Summer is upon us and there is a lot of new content being added for your benefit.  If you did not follow through with the first opportunity, here is another chance to get signed up.  Just send an email to [email protected] and you will get a personal … Read More

Welcome Rodeo Fans!

Darren HalesAll Enews, Strengthening Team

When Pastor Chad Scarborough of First Baptist Church in Shelby, MT considered a unique way to connect with his community and share the Gospel in a culturally relevant way, he decided to get his horses involved.  Why not?  This is Montana! The idea was sparked by a young man, new to the church, who Pastor Chad meets with for discipleship.  … Read More

God is Opening Doors in Lincoln, MT

Darren HalesAll Enews, Strengthening Team

When Marshall and Katelyn Visger answered the call to ministry at Lincoln Baptist Church, they saw it as an incredible opportunity.  While the church family was made up of only a faithful few and serving in Lincoln comes with many challenges, Marshal saw this as his “dream job” because he and Katelyn love small towns and the outdoor life.  With … Read More

Who’s Your One?

Darren HalesAll Enews, Strengthening Team

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

Journeying to Share His Light with Peru, Part 1

Felicia HendersonAll Enews, Strengthening Team

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

Baptist PressAll Enews, Strengthening Team

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

Making Your Punches Count

Darren HalesAll Enews, Strengthening Team

In Havre, Montana, a unique Go Montana story is unfolding.  It all started in the mind of Pastor Chris Richards of Immanuel Baptist Church who was seeking a way to connect with adolescent kids on the Rocky Boy Indian Reservation.  He pondered how he could utilize the warrior spirit of Native Americans as a bridge to the Gospel.  What happened … Read More

Strengthening Your Discipleship Ministry

Darren HalesAll Enews, Strengthening Team

At the center of the mission of each local church is making disciples.  One of the roles of the Strengthening Team is to equip and resource churches in this pursuit.  Our partners at LifeWay recently provided training for discipleship leaders from across the MTSBC.  These ministry specialists sharpened their skills in their area of ministry and networked with other leaders … Read More

Serving God in Colstrip

Jessica CruschAll Enews, Strengthening Team

Pastor Jeff Parker was raised in church in a small town in West Texas. Growing up near his grandmother, Jeff says, “If they weren’t in church everyone was in trouble!” He laughingly recalls, “We attended the same church as my grandmother, it was a family tradition.” He was raised within the Disciples of Christ and was saved at nine years … Read More