Southern Baptist Convention President J.D. Greear (above) is encouraging Southern Baptists to answer a simple question in 2019: Who’s your one? The question is at the center of an evangelism and prayer emphasis Greear introduced last year to his own congregation, Summit Church in Raleigh-Durham. “We asked each member of our congregation to identify one […]
Evangelism
One GRAND Month
The Easter season is terrific for sharing Christ and following him in baptism. Choose the Sunday in April that works best for your church. Or choose all of them! Illinois Baptist churches are invited to join the month-long baptism emphasis. But sharing Christ with lost people so they can be baptized in April should start […]
Coming home: Growing numbers of Baby Boomers are interested in church again
The Boomers are coming! The Boomers are coming! Thom Rainer exclaimed as he reported new research showing that one-in-five Baby Boomers are more interested in spiritual things than they were earlier in their lives. One-in-five Baby Boomers represents about 19 million people, the president of LifeWay Christian Resources noted—presenting the church with a huge opportunity […]
Chicago churches offer gospel guidance for life’s biggest questions
More than 800 churches in Chicagoland are committed to help people in their communities answer pressing questions about life and God. In January and February, congregations across northern Illinois will “Explore God” through a series of sermons and small group meetings designed to start gospel-focused conversations. Scott Nichols is part of the steering committee for […]
Not alone: Youth Encounter helps teens grow in their faith
For young Christians, following Jesus can be a lonely pursuit. Especially in today’s pressure cooker culture. It’s overwhelming, said student pastor Mark Davis, when young people have constant, instant access to information—and much of it beyond their years. In that environment, discovering and developing your faith can be difficult. It’s easy to feel alone. At […]
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