Wednesday, July 30, 2014

News from the Illinois Baptist

An especially good Sunday

IBSA Executive Director Nate Adams shares while there are challenges, God is building churches and growing leaders across the state and across the generations here in Illinois. Read how that point was made clear to him on an especially good Sunday at IB2News.org.

5 frequent church conflicts

The sad reality is that it only takes one real issue of conflict once a year to do serious harm to the unity and health of a congregation. Learn more about ending church conflict at ThomRainer.com.

Watch Beth Moore live September 13

If you enjoy studying the Word through Beth's Bible studies, you'll love experiencing her teaching via simulcast at the IBSA Building. Find out how you can participate at IBSA.org.

When same-sex attraction hits home: How families can help

According to a Southern Baptist expert in biblical counseling, a loved one's "eternal destiny may rest in" their family's willingness to confront sin. Find out how you can help at BaptistPress.com.

'Worship Matters ' Tri-State Music Conference

We're partnering with the Indiana and Kentucky Baptist Conventions to host the Tri-State Music Conference September 6 at Northwoods Church in Evansville, Indiana. Get information about how you can participate at IBSA.org.

Don't worry. Seriously, don't.

God tells us not to worry about anything, but worry seems a bit inherent in our hearts. The problem is, our worry reflects a lack of belief that God is God, and that God is good. Learn the appropriate response to worry at MicahFries.com.

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