Articles from May 2024

What a privilege it is to be part of the body of Christ. The Bible tells us that speaking the truth in love contributes to the growth and maturity of Christ’s body. We strive to be about that.

Baptist University of the Américas has received a grant of $1,199,722.64 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish Proclama—a program designed to equip Hispanic pastors with the skills necessary for compelling preaching.

Wayland Baptist University’s newly formed Advancement Council has made a significant pledge of $1 million to the university’s ambitious $18 million Thrive Campaign.

What an incredible privilege and what a weighty responsibility this promise of Jesus is to us, his disciples. The promise of the Holy Spirit’s presence and power brings confidence to our witness. We do not take this task on our own strength and ability.

Themes of unity over uniformity, a compelling kingdom focus and dutiful preparation for future opportunities marked the May meeting of the Texas Baptists Executive Board, which was held May 20-21 online and on the campus of the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton.

Executive director Julio Guarneri outlined a rousing vision for the convention’s future during his Monday evening address at the May meeting of the Texas Baptists Executive Board. 

At the onset of his ministry, Jesus declared at his hometown synagogue in Nazareth His mission. 

While the state of Texas continues to be a mission field, it is also a mission base from which individuals are sent to go and make disciples. 

“My prayer is that it would be multiplied, that it would encourage generosity by others and that it would meet the needs of the people who need access to this clinic.”

One of the most encouraging aspects of ministry is when someone tells you they are praying for you. Not only is it nice to know that someone cares enough to lift you up in prayer, but it is also powerful to experience God’s presence and blessing.