Better Together

Lessons From Bulgaria on Reaching Your Neighborhood - Tim & Lydia Awtrey

“They don’t always believe your words, so if you can show them the Gospel in action, then you can later show them the Gospel in words.”

Shot on location in Bulgaria, Tim and Lydia Awtrey with IM, Inc. are “breaking barriers” and reaching people in the country by serving, loving, and meeting needs. Many of the methods they are using can be replicated here in the US.

Find out more about the Awtreys’ ministry: https://iminc.org/im-missionaries/tim-and-lydia-awtrey/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether

I Am a Christian – Dr. Thom Rainer

“You cannot grow in full maturity until you are dedicated and committed to your local church and you are growing in Christ as well.”

Dr. Thom S. Rainer, Founder & CEO of Church Answers, previews his newest book, “I Am a Christian,” to be released November 8. The book is available for pre-order from Amazon.com, Tyndale House Publishers, and Christianbook. #NAFWB #BetterTogether

How One State Fasted – Ben Crabtree

Ben Crabtree began his tenure as executive secretary of Ohio Free Will Baptists asking the state to fast and pray for the ministry. He describes the impact it had on meetings, needs, and people in the state and the ways it can be replicated in other places.

The NAFWB Day of Fasting and Prayer is Tuesday, November 1. Resources for the day can be found at https://nafwb.org/fasting/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Fasting #Prayer

What Happened at the International Fellowship of Free Will Baptists and Why Should You Care? – Dr. Kenneth Eagleton

“When they come to the meeting of the International Fellowship and they see what God is going around the world through Free Will Baptists, it is encouraging to them.”

Dr. Kenneth Eagleton, director of field partnerships for IM, Inc. and secretary of the International Fellowship of Free Will Baptists, gives a recap of the triennial meeting of the fellowship, where nine countries were represented. He shares updates about the various works of Free Will Baptists around the world, the challenges they face, and the ways we can pray for and encourage each other. #NAFWB #BetterTogether

Ways to Fast – Dr. Fred Yerby

“Whatever you might do on a regular basis that consumes your time that could be better used in prayer and trying to grow your relationship with Lord.”

Dr. Fred Yerby, family medicine specialist, describes fasting, its benefits, and the methods for doing so, even for those with special health challenges. He also discusses the three various categories of fasting: major, minor, and social.

NAFWB has set aside Tuesday, November 1 for a denominational day of fasting and prayer. For more on the day and resources to help, visit https://nafwb.org/fasting/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Fasting #Prayer

Day of Fasting & Prayer

A resolution adopted at the 2022 National Convention called on Free Will Baptists to set aside Tuesday, November 1, as a day of fasting and prayer.

 

Executive Secretary Eddie Moody and Moderator Tim York give an overview of the resolution and call on all Free Will Baptists to participate in this denominational effort.

 

For the full resolution and more resources for the day, visit https://nafwb.org/fasting/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Fasting #Prayer #Repentance

Why Do Free Will Baptists Need to Repent? – Stan Bunch & Chris Todd

Stan Bunch, executive director for MOFWB, and Chris Todd, executive secretary for SCFWB, discuss the “Resolution of Repentance” that was adopted by delegates to the 2022 National Convention. Stan and Chris discuss the thought and context behind the resolution, each of their states passing it to be sent on to the national, and serving on the Resolutions Committee, which ultimately recommended it to the body of the National Association of Free Will Baptists, Inc.

 

The full resolution can be found here: https://nafwb.org/site/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Resolution-of-Repentance.pdf.

 

The resolution calls for the denomination to set aside Tuesday, November 1, as a day of fasting and prayer. Resources for this day will be released in the coming weeks. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Repentance

Support Your Pastor – Dr. Gordon Penfold

“A lot of churches don’t give their pastor the freedom to lead.”

Dr. Gordon Penfold, co-founder of Turnaround Pastors, talks about the responsibilities, challenges, and struggles facing our pastors and how congregants can recognize those hardships and support and encourage their pastors. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #PastorAppreciationMonth

 

The Compounding Impact of Complaining - Dr. Thom Rainer

“No matter the polity, church members feel like the pastor reports to them, but that doesn’t mean every pastor needs a boss every day to tell him what he’s doing wrong.”

Dr. Thom Rainer, Founder and CEO of Church Answers, discusses the effects of church members constantly complaining to the pastor, and encourages ways to find alternatives for bringing criticism to him. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #PastorAppreciationMonth

 

Using Child Evangelism Fellowship to Reach Your Community - Jeff Nichols & Don Phares

Don G. Phares and Jeff Nichols join the podcast to talk about resources offered by Child Evangelism Fellowship to help churches reach their local schools and communities.

Don serves as associate director for Child Evangelism Fellowship USA ministries and Jeff is state director for CEF of Tennessee.

To learn more about the resources offered by CEF, visit https://www.cefonline.com. #NAFWB #BetterTogether