Better Together

Take Your Church (or Association) Global – Jerry Gibbs

Go Global is a missions workshop where attendees are invited to see how IM, Inc. operates and why, to understand the different goals and objectives of the mission, and see how we all fit into God’s global purpose.

Jerry Gibbs, long time missionary to France, gives an overview of Go Global workshops and how they can benefit associations, churches, and individuals.

To find more information or to host a Go Global conference at your church or association, visit https://iminc.org/go/go-global/. #NAFWB #Train

 

Is the Leadership Matters Course for You? – Kristi Johnson

The Leadership Matters Course is an intensive course from the International Training Alliance focused on developing basic leadership skills for Christian workers in diverse cultures around the world.

Kristi Johnson of IM, Inc. joins the podcast to discuss the training and benefits participants receive from the course. Find more at https://wetrainleaders.org. #NAFWB #Train

Why Attend Associations – Tim York

“[Associations are] where we fellowship. That’s where like minds bind together.”

Tim York, moderator of the NAFWB, discusses the importance of associations to the health of the denomination and opportunities they have to train, grow, and minister. He also encourages pastors, deacons, and laypeople to find a way to get involved in their local association. #NAFWB #BetterTogether

What Is Going On in Michigan? – Jimmy Lawson & Mike Trimble

Michigan Free Will Baptists Promotional Director Jimmy Lawson and State Mission Board Chairman Mike Trimble talk about some international outreach partnerships being developed in the state and how churches can work to know and reach the demographics of their own community.  

NAFWB is offering “Know Your Community,” helping churches discover more about the demographics and psychographics of the area around them. To find out more, email questions@nafwb.org. #NAFWB #Reach

Take the Gospel to the World (Without Leaving Your Neighborhood)

“I was surprised that they were living here for 35 years, 40 years, 50 years, but they never heard of Jesus.”

A man who has been persecuted for his faith talks about opportunities to share the Gospel with people who have moved to the US from countries with little or no Christian witness. #NAFWB #Reach

Pastor, What Can Boot Camp Do for You? – Dr. Brad Ransom

Free Will Baptist North American Ministries hosts boot camps twice a year, offering fellowship and training for Free Will Baptist pastors. Chief Financial Officer Dr. Brad Ransom gives an overview of the boot camps and the resources offered as well as the benefits pastors can gain from them.

The next boot camp will be held May 2-3 at the National Offices in Antioch, TN. Registration is FREE, but space is limited. Call 615-760-6137 or email nam@nafwb.org for more information or to register. #NAFWB #Train

Pastoral Advice – Dr. Stanley Outlaw

Dr. Stanley Outlaw shares practical counsel for pastors he has gleaned from his many years of service in ministry. He gives eight points from a sermon he recently preached on perseverance.

The 81-year-old knows perseverance well, as he served as professor at Welch College for over 32 years and pastored numerous Free Will Baptist churches, serving as an interim in some of those churches. #NAFWB

Top 13 Things You Need to Know About Church Websites - Joshua Riggs

Joshua Riggs wraps up his series on church websites with 13 tips you need to be aware of or do on a regular basis to make sure your church website stays fresh, current, and functioning properly.

Joshua is the creator of https://www.worshipresources.church, helping you discover and learn how to use quality resources that will make your church better.

A huge “Thank You!” to Joshua for creating these website videos for us. We hope they are a helpful resource in enhancing your church’s online presence. #NAFWB

Helping When Disaster Strikes - Kenneth Akers

“It’s a real blessing to be able to go and provide help for people…to them, it makes a big difference.”    

Kenneth Akers, Director of Master’s Men and FWB Disaster Response, talks about the various ways individuals, churches, and associations can get involved in helping those in need following a disaster. Master’s Men and Disaster Response Teams are ministries of Free Will Baptist North American Ministries.

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How Much Should Your Church Website Cost? – Joshua Riggs

“If your church website isn’t part of your church budget, it needs to be. If you don’t budget for it, if you don’t have any money to spend on it, it’s not going to be very good.”

In part five of his series on church websites, Joshua Riggs breaks down how much you should expect to pay for a website. Spoiler: it depends.

Joshua is the creator of https://www.worshipresources.church, helping churches discover and learn how to use quality resources to make them better. #NAFWB #BetterTogether