January 18, 2012
Choose2: Commit to pray for two twice a day
What could God do with 150,000 Illinois Baptists who loved their unbelieving neighbors enough to choose to pray for them? What could God do with thousands of passionate Illinois Baptist school children praying for their classmates and teachers? This is the heart of Choose2. It's every Southern Baptist in Illinois choosing to pray by name for two lost friends, neighbors, or coworkers twice a day and seeking to build a relationship with them for the sake of the Gospel. Learn more at IBSA.org. |
IBSA Facebook poll: What do you think about 'Tebowing?'
Although the Denver Broncos playoff run ended last weekend, the nationwide conversation surrounding quarterback Tim Tebow will likely continue. The Illinois Baptist wants to know what you think about the issues raised by Tebow's public expressions of his faith. Read one viewpoint at http://tinyurl.com/tebowIB then answer the poll question at Facebook.com/IllinoisBaptist. Feel free to leave us a comment further explaining your opinion, too. |
Children's Ministry Day coming to 3 locations
Children's Ministry Day is an amazing missions experience that will be held in three locations this year - Journey Church of Kankakee County in Bourbannais, Living Faith Baptist Church in Sherman (just north of Springfield), and Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Mt. Vernon. Projects are designed for children in grades 1-6. Participants will have the opportunity of choosing a hands-on ministry project which will allow community missions to come alive to each child. Find out how to participate at IBSA.org.
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5 ways to set evangelism goals in your life
They busyness of everyday life and sometimes ministry can push evangelism to the back burner in many believers' lives. Get five tips for setting personal goals about evangelism at ChurchLeaders.com. |
New Year's Resolutions for church leaders
Healthy churches are built around healthy leaders. It begins with you. If you're not healthy, your influence will be marginal at best. Are you ready for a fresh a start? Learn how to become a healthier leader at TonyMorganLive.com. |
Kick off new Bible study groups Super Bowl Sunday
In early February the world will pause for a few hours on a Sunday afternoon to watch two NFL teams battle for the right to be called Super Bowl champions. It's amazing how much attention is focused on this epic gridiron battle each year! What if you could lead your church to turn Super Bowl Sunday into "Super Goal" Sunday? Learn at LifeWay.com. |
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