Archive March 25th, 2015All right, who put a rooster outside the window?Weekly announcementsMaking an impact: In Louisiana, collegiate ministries has a double impact – reaching students for Christ (part 1)Making an impact: In Louisiana, collegiate ministries has a double impact – reaching students for Christ (part 2)As Gulf hurricanes loom, he offers a voice of Christian calmApostle Paul gaining attention as one of history’s most important figuresChanges underway – but Sunday School still strong, study showsGrief is hard – but some lessons help, experts sayWorld of religionMission board adopts key goals for reaching the worldIt was a one-week trip 30 years ago – but look what it startedWeekly announcementsProf offers steps to reverse SBC evangelistic slide‘Cool’ does not set one free – the gospel truth does‘A change of heart’ – Jewish performer now embraces Christ‘I needed something supernatural. … I needed God’‘They are good people doing really good work’World of religionA change is in orderThe tools are there – why are churches not growing?New Orleans ministry benefits from true ‘team’ effortLouisiana Legislature addresses gambling, school vouchersSo, what have been the most influential books of ministry during past 3 years?Astros owner wants to win – but he also has a greater team goalAuthors – parent with the kingdom of God in mindMany Christians using ‘blogs’ to gain greater audienceWeekly announcementsSouthern Baptists end 8-year boycott of DisneyWorld of religion2005 Convention peaceful, puts emphasis on evangelismFire destroys Oberlin church facilitiesReason to smile: Southern Baptists found considerable reason for joy last week, thanks to an evangelistic effort that resulted in more than 2,500 new believers (part 1)Reason to smile (part 2)Convention messengers settle sole membership issue, approve budgetIt seems God is up to something big with these ‘orange people’Messengers leave SBC chanting ‘Everyone can, everyone can!’Weekly announcementsWorld of religionWhere was God? Causing the tsunami, or saving from it?Louisiana pastor announces plans to be nominated for LBC presidencyAt pregnancy resource centers, the emphasis is on offering women hopeWhen it comes to leadership, integrity is key, pastor saysCultivate intimacy with God, leader urgesNot an easy issue – sole membership and New Orleans Seminary (Part 1)Not an easy issue – sole membership and New Orleans Seminary (Part II)Son of slain Baptist workers voices hope for salvation of the attackersWorld of religionGive the minister a break – pray for him, support himFocus of 2005 SBC clearly will be on evangelismSpeaker wants to see spread of the ‘evangelism bug’Cost of gambling – tribe sues state over failed casino bidChaplain of the Year knows – he is doing God’s willGuest analysis – Worship Wars III – a recovery of corporate prayerSo, what is corporate prayer – and why is it important?As the soldiers serve overseas, this church serves the families back homeWorld of religionMeeting set to act on LBC retirement center plan‘A living miracle’: Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola once was characterized as the bloodiest prison in America – but my, how times have changedReligious leaders launch new political campaign to end hunger in AmericaAnnual Lottie Moon offering closes at second-highest giving total everStudy offers definite clues for satisfying prayer lifeAnd now – how NOT to dispose of an eight-ton whaleHis witness is simple – a smile and a cross and the gospelThe world told her that she was nothing – but God told her differentWeekly announcementsNOBTS board adopts budget, new programsIt is just a night of bowling – what is the big deal?World of religionAgainst moving paperAs far as handling finances – churches take careSexual purity about more than just setting limits, leaders stressHandling grief: He thought his world had ended in 1982 – but the love of God and Louisiana Baptists provided hopeHis goal – for every Canadian to hear the gospelIn only 40 days, the focus of his church changed – grewLBC leader outlines gospel vision for state conventionWorld of religionLBC Executive Board handles key items of businessSouthern Baptist Cooperative Program gifts ahead of 2004Louisiana falling deeper into gambling whirpoolHmm – and I thought I was doing a good job by myselfTheir plan to change Louisiana government is prayerAuthor – involve parents in children’s ministriesTsunami destruction remains ‘almost incomprehensible’World of religionI read the sign – but if I had known what it meantChurches urged to offset basic forces undermining familiesU.S. families are in trouble – Christians must act, leader saysBaptist Message trustees vote to stay independent boardLouisiana College trustees adopt reduced budget, approve capital campaignLouisiana College trustees receive update on steps being taken to address accreditation concernsFor 64 years, her seat at church was the piano bench‘I can’t begin to tell you everything God is doing’World of religionBehold, the power – and beauty – of reconciliationKey issues still to be decided in Louisiana Legislature‘I was in prison and you visited me…’ Louisiana Baptists carry gospel message to inmates of Angola prisonHis command in Iraq is to reflect the presence of GodIn Louisiana, he stands synonymous with Bible drillReport cites nations for religious liberty concernsPoll – abortion a key issue in choice of the next Supreme Court justicesSpeaker – all believers are called to ‘go’ with the gospelMarch 24th, 2015A greater crisis than HIVWorld of religionAim of sermons must be to change lives, prof insistsLouisiana evangelist announces plans to be nominated for LBC presidencyThe church faces key challenges – will it meet them?LBC leader urges key change for Baptist MessageYet more gambling may be ahead for Louisiana‘Something extraordinary’ stirring in SBC, leader saysShowing compassion – Baptists work to offer help and hope following Indonesian disasters (Part One)Showing compassion – Baptists work to offer help and hope following Indonesian disasters (Part Two)World of religionQuestions remain about Dead Sea Scrolls communityWhen is it time to give up on public gym workouts?Believe it or not – classic Christian hymns suddenly a ‘hot’ music choiceSBC statistics offer encouraging signs, leaders saysGod’s circle of love – The focus of the recent annual LBC Woman’s Missionary Union meeting was undeniable – gospel loveDietrich Bonhoeffer – a leasting, fascinating legacyAs a baseball team chaplain, his ‘pitch’ is the gospel messageWorld of religionDo not relinquish trustStrong resistanceThink of loved ones – make end-of-life wishes clearFor 25 years, he has focused on ‘building’ a ministryOklahoma City bombing – a survivor remembersWhat does Louisiana law say about ‘living wills’?Case challenging election of LC president to be appealedAs for happiness – religion helps; money does notDefining the president – is he evangelical or not?Study offers important look at religion and U.S. youthWorld of religionJudge hears testimony in case on LC presidential electionChurches must emphasize basic biblical stewardshipYou know – Mother really did not have to tell me that storyThis church decided to turn compassion into actionRestoration: With the help of some caring Southern Baptists, Jim Blakely has found a second chanceRecently-released study reveals extent of alcohol use among AmericansAncient artifacts scandal could impact Israel, biblical archaeologyWant a growing church? Take up the challenge of Acts 1:8, leader urgesTrends indicate U.S. becoming a complex mission fieldWorld of religionThis was not about two LBC churches merging – this was about ‘God at work’Louisiana court ruling highlights church-state issueOne has to say – it was a perfectly good idea at the timeWhile it lasts – the Dead Sea Scrolls on displayThe growth challenge: For the SBC, the task is clear – act or decline, leader maintainsLBC stats show increases, decreasesDespite Lou Gehrig’s disease, her focus is missionsSurvey indicates spiritual importance of parentingGambling-oriented video games a threat to kids, critic says« Previous Page 1 … 120 121 122 123 124 … 136 Next Page »
