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Give to the Mission North America Offering November 21 - Dr. David Crowe

Dr. David Crowe, CEO of Free Will Baptist North American Ministries, discusses the upcoming Mission North America Offering (November 21) and encourages churches to participate to support the works of the ministry across the United States as well as Canada, Mexico, the Virgin Islands, and Puerto Rico.

 The Mission North America Offering not only provides necessary resources for church planting, church revitalization, cross-cultural ministries, the chaplaincy, and men’s ministry, but it also provides for vital ministry funding such as conferences, training, encouragement, and other essential ministry needs to assist our established churches, church planters, revitalization pastors, chaplains and more. 

The 2021 Mission North America Offering is this Sunday, November 21. For more details or to give to the offering, visit: https://www.fwbnam.com/mna/. #NAFWB

Becoming a Writer – Mindy Cariker Wiggins

Mindy Cariker Wiggins rejoins the podcast to talk about her journey to becoming a writer, and how she was able to use experiences in her life to shape her writing.

Mindy is the Author of “The God Speaks Series” devotional books, available from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WKL6NR6?binding=paperback&ref=dbs_dp_rwt_sb_pc_tpbk. #NAFWB

Giving Your Life By Adopting – Mindy Cariker Wiggins

“There is always something—big church or small church—that you can do.”

Mindy Cariker Wiggins joins the podcast to describe her calling and journey toward adoption, including ways churches can provide support for foster families, especially those with children with special needs.

November’s emphasis from the 3 for 30 Initiative is “Give.” Find more resources at https://nafwb.org/give/. #NAFWB

Pastoral Requirements - Dr. Robert Picirilli

“There’s a lot of misunderstanding about the call to pastor, and perhaps a lot of fellows out there are waiting for some kind of mystical experience that will bowl them over and they feel helpless to resist. That’s really not what the call to the pastorate is like.”

Dr. Robert Picirilli discusses his book “Teacher, Leader, Shepherd,” outlining biblical passages regarding the pastor, his ministry, and his role.

Order the book from D6 Family: https://store.randallhouse.com/product/teacher-leader-shepherd/. #NAFWB

Why You Should Attend the 2021 Leadership Conference – Dr. Thom S. Rainer

“Do you want your church to be at its best in a changing culture? Come to the Leadership Conference.”

Dr. Thom S. Rainer, Founder & CEO of Church Answers and featured speaker for the 2021 Leadership Conference, previews his sessions and encourages pastors to attend. In addition to Dr. Rainer, the conference will feature breakout sessions, Q&A panels, and a great time of education and fellowship.

Register or find more info at https://nafwb.org/leader. #NAFWB

Surviving as a Pastor’s Wife – Carolyn Dwyer

“It is a great freedom for pastors' wives when they come to the point when the Lord reveals to them…that God will work in your life and He will perform that which is needed until the day of Jesus Christ.”

As Pastor Appreciation Month comes to a close, we do not want to forget about our pastors’ wives. Mrs. Carolyn Dwyer, who has served in the ministry wife her husband over 50 years, joins the podcast to encourage wives in the ministry and to provide church members with ways they can support their pastor’s wife. #NAFWB #PastorAppreciationMonth

About You, About Me - Dr. Ron Hunter, Jr.

“The goal of this journal was to give parents another chance to speak into their kids’ lives.” Dr. Ron Hunter, Jr., executive director and CEO of D6 Family, discusses “About You, About Me: Generational Legacy Journal,” a tool for parents or grandparents to tell their story and share their experiences while leaving an inspiring legacy for generations.

Order a copy: https://store.randallhouse.com/product/about-you-about-me/.

Find more of our Train resources at https://nafwb.org/train/. #NAFWB

Discipleship: The Expression of Saving Faith - Dr. Robert Picirilli

“I’ve had a growing concern about the fact that so many people express the idea that they are Christians when, in fact, their lives don’t seem to give evidence of being Christians.”

Dr. Robert Picirilli discusses his book “Discipleship: The Expression of Saving Faith,” what the life of a disciple should look like, and what the New Testament says about the requirements for salvation. You can purchase the book from D6 Family: https://store.randallhouse.com/product/discipleship-the-expression-of-saving-faith/.

Find more of our Train resources at https://nafwb.org/train/.

How You Can Approach Baptism With Children – Steve Greenwood & Jacob Riggs

Steve Greenwood and Jacob Riggs join the podcast to talk about the conversations we can have with our children to know when they are ready to be baptized. #NAFWB

Steve and Jacob have written a resource with D6 Family, "Baptism: For Kids and Parents," available for families and churches: https://store.randallhouse.com/product/baptism-for-kids-and-parents/.

They also presented a seminar at the 2021 National Convention on the subject: https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-pnppv-10bb20f.

Proverbs: The Ultimate Training Manual – Dr. Robert Picirilli

“Practical wisdom—how to live everyday life as a Christian—is one of the important things that I think sometimes is lacking in our lives, and I think it is very needed and very helpful.”

 

Dr. Robert Picirilli joins the podcast to discuss his new book, “Readings in Proverbs: Ancient Wisdom for a Modern Age.” The book brings different passages from Proverbs on the same subject together to make lessons for practical Christian living.

 

Order a copy for yourself or for a group study: https://store.randallhouse.com/product/readings-in-proverbs/. #NAFWB