IBSA eConnection: 7 warning signs, FAITH Riders, 3 questions every preacher should ask, more

Wednesday, August 22, 2012

IMO Kits - Arriving soon in a church mailbox near you

The Illinois Mission Offering kits for churches are in the mail! You can preview the IMO Planning Guide, Prayer Guide, Bulletin Insert, Videos and more now at IBSA.org/IMO.

The suggested dates for the Season of Prayer for Illinois Missions are September 16-23. Join the IMO Prayer Team and sign up now to receive daily e-devotions during the Season of Prayer. This year's Illinois Mission Offering state goal is $475,000. Learn more about IMO at IBSA.org/IMO.

Participate in the IBSA Chaplaincy Conference

Are you an endorsed chaplain seeking to fulfill your required yearly training? Or have you considered chaplaincy and wanted to learn more about it? The IBSA Chaplaincy Conference in September will feature classes in Law Enforcement, Corrections, and Hospital Chaplaincy. Learn more at IBSA.org.

Two IBSA FAITH Rider events this weekend
Get your motor running and head out on the highway for one of the IBSA motorcycle ministry events this weekend. The annual ride to the Baptist Children's Home in Carmi ministry event is Saturday. Also on Saturday, Baptist bikers can participate in the Biker BASH (Bikers Against Street Hunger) at Cornerstone Community Church in Aurora. Visit the IBSA FAITH Rider Facebook page to learn more.

7 warning signs you are drifting from God

Most Christians don't suddenly fall into terrible sin. A guy doesn't simply wake up one day and say to himself, "Boy, today is a great day to start a raging heroin habit," or "You know what, I'm in the mood to commit adultery today." That's not how it happens. Big sin is always the sum of a thousand tiny choices. Learn more at ChurchLeaders.com.

3 questions every preacher/teacher should ask when studying

There has been a lot of talk in recent years about making the Gospel announcement of Jesus Christ front and center in our preaching and teaching. As our society becomes increasingly post-Christian, it is critical for Christians to not assume lost people know who God is, what He is like, and what He has done for us. We need to be clear in what we teach, with a laser-like focus on Jesus Christ our Savior. Learn more at BPNews.net.

What brings people back to Sunday School?

If you've taught an Adult Sunday School class for very long, you've had this unsettling experience: An individual or a couple visits your class one Sunday and you never see them again. Learn how to create an environment that draws newcomers back at LifeWay.com.

IBSA eConnection is a weekly electronic newsletter designed to provide Illinois Baptists with relevant, useful information and resources. We pray it enriches your ministry and helps your church to grow and minister.