An introduction to the theory of "Intelligent Design" (ID) A look at the ID response against evolutionary theory. Introducing outstanding scientists who teach ID. A look at key aspects of ID including "irreducible complexity" and "fine tuning of the cosmos". Our Faith in the CREATOR.
Breaking the 35-50 Attendance Barrier - Church Growth for Church Plants
The session overviews the characteristics of the 35-50 church and outlines steps necessary to move beyond. This barrier specifically applies to ethnic churches.
This presentation focuses on how to lead your Sunday School into an evangelistic thrust. It has practical ideas on organizing the Sunday School for outreach
Character is the foundation for ministry. We can have a call from God and lots of competence but unless it is supported by godly characer we will not be the leader God desires.
Christianity: One of a Kind, or Just Like the Others? Part Three
In a world of incredible religious diversity it is difficult to know or believe with certainty that what we believe as Christians is right while every other religious perspective is wrong. Is there any way for us to really know for sure? Yes!
Christianity: One of a Kind, or Just Like the Rest? Part One
In a world of incredible religious diversity it is difficult to know or believe with certainty that what we believe as Christians is right while every other religious perspective is wrong. Is there any way for us to really know for sure? YES!
Christianity: One of a Kind, or Just Like the Rest? Part Two
In a world of incredible religious diversity, it's difficult to know or believe with certainty that what we believe as Christians is right while every other religious perspective is wrong. Is there anyway for us to really know for sure? Yes!
The 5th presentation in the Community Development Series. How sensitivity and dependence on the Holy Spirit can strengthen your conversations with people.
Do you have a passion for reaching the people groups in your community? Observe Dr. Richard Vera as he shares his many years of working with many groups - currently in California with churches speaking 52 different languages! You will gain a biblical perspective built around your context-your culture-and your calling.
Entrepreneurial leadership has lost its edge in Southern Baptist life. This workshop will re-introduce the skill and provide seven basic building blocks that will give you a foundation to build entrepreneurial skills once you return home from the conference.
Presented at the 2008 Summit of the Network of Baptist Associations (www.NoBAsbc.org)
Part of the Community Delepment series. Developing new leaders and placing value in mentoring and leadership growth. discussion about he church planting movement in China.
The 2nd presentation in the Disaster Relief series. John Lucas speaks to feeding unit training, food service safety as well as Team Meetings and devotions.
The 4th presentation in the Community Development Training Program. Learning to engage your culture in conversation, sharing your story and conversation across culture.
A portion of Entrepreneurial Leadership includes scanning for the possibilities to further Kingdom work and asking the right questions. This conference will help you develop ways to scan your associational area for the possibilities to further Kingdom work.
Presented at the 2008 Summit of the Network of Baptist Associations (www.NoBAsbc.org)
This message comes from the pastor of a "comback" church in Ohio. Pastor Tom shares his philosophy of effective ministry which includes using the Sunday School for reaching and discipling people for Christ.
Ko-Lay-Oh: Retaining Membership Through Involvement
Part 1 of 2:
Recent studies have indicated a 60% dropout rate among new church members within five years after they join. What can be done to keep new members involved in church? The Ko-Lay-Oh Seminar offers an answer that churches are beginning to use among their membership. Ko-Lay-Oh is a Greek word that means to glue or weld together; to join or to cleave to. Joining a membership roll is not that same thing as becoming a part of the church ministry plan. Ko-Lay-Oh seeks to bridge that gap.
Ko-Lay-Oh: Retaining Membership Through Involvement Prt 2
Part 2 of 2:
Recent studies have indicated a 60% dropout rate among new church members within five years after they join. What can be done to keep new members involved in church? The Ko-Lay-Oh Seminar offers an answer that churches are beginning to use among their membership. Ko-Lay-Oh is a Greek word that means to glue or weld together; to join or to cleave to. Joining a membership roll is not that same thing as becoming a part of the church ministry plan. Ko-Lay-Oh seeks to bridge that gap.
Part two of four presentations on prayer and spiritual warfare. The focus is on barriers to our prayers and why God may delay an answer to our prayers.
Part three in a four part series of presentations on prayer and spiritual warfare. Dr. Lawless teaches from several passages of scriptures relating to the prayer life of Jesus, praying for leaders and families.
Karry Godwin teaches on the importance of "Praying Through
Your Instrument". Learn how to bring your worship team
up to Kingdom music not just church music.
Primeros pasos para mantener la Iglesia Viva y Activa, 3
Aprendiendo de la declaracion de mision y la necesidad de reproduccion que incluye evangelismo, desarrollo de lideres, manejo de grupos pequenos y el diseno de sistema. Terminado con el flujo relaciones en la iglesia.
Raising grandchildren means dedicating one's life to this task at a time when one may be looking forward to more leisure and less responsibility. There are a number of issues to consider.
Refugees from the ends of the earth are settling right here in your neighborhoods. Cherie Gray talks about ways that Christians are reaching out to refugees and how you can make a difference.
This presentation deals with the disconection of churches with today's culture and finding ways to reconect or connect people for the first time to Christians and church.
This presentation deals with recruiting new Sunday School leaders and teachers. It emphasizes the role of prayer and having integrity in the recruiting process
Six Characteristics of Successful Small Groups/Sunday Schools
Whether you call it Sunday School or Small Groups, whether they meet on Sunday morning or on Tuesday night, there are six key characteristics of successful small groups.
Staying The Course Oasis 2007 presentation Third question responses from Henry and Marilyn Blackaby, Allen and Catherine Schmidt, Sid and Pegi Waterman and Richard and Lillian Grabke
Staying the Course Oasis presentation 2007 Henry and Marilyn Blackaby, Allen and Catherine Schmidt, Sid and Pegi Waterman, Richard and Lillian Grabke give counsel to couples in ministry on how to stay the course.
An overview of good Sunday School ministry with an emphasis on practical ways to make Sunday School effective and evangelistic. Part one of two presentations.
This presentation focuses on how to successfully plan and prepare your Sunday School class for a healthy launch into a new year. There is a focus on how to set goals and organize the class to be most effective.
One of a three part series.
The Ten Commandments for Deacons casts a vision for the biblical role and responsibilities of deacons in the local church. Other studies, The Ten Commandments for Church Members and The Ten Commandments for Pastors will help church members see the balance of shared ministries in all three church groups: pastors, deacons, and members.
Part of 1 of 2 where we take a deeper look into the biblical sequence of events that lead
us to how we worship God today. Joel basis his presentation on the
Bible and the book, "The Adventure of Worship" by
Garrit Gustafson.
Part of 2 of 2 where we take a deeper look into the biblical sequence of events that lead
us to how we worship God today. Joel basis his presentation on the
Bible and the book, "The Adventure of Worship" by
Garrit Gustafson.
Strategic thinking and doing your daily work don't have to be separate events. When you’re daily ministry and your strategic thinking work in tandem, maintaining your ministry direction is less stressful and your results are more impactful. In this workshop, you will learn a mental framework to align strategy and task, and to hit your target in strategic decision-making.
Presented at the 2008 Summit of the Network of Baptist Associations (www.NoBAsbc.org)
Understanding and Discipling the Adolescent World, (Part 1)
A look at the adolescent world as well as the "discipleship" process we bring kids through and ask the tough questions...that maybe the church is afraid to ask. Part 1 of a 6-part series.
Understanding and Discipling the Adolescent World, (Part 2)
A look at the adolescent world as well as the "discipleship" process we bring kids through, and ask the tough questions... that maybe the church is afraid to ask. Part 2 of a 6-part series.
Understanding and Discipling the Adolescent World, (Part 4)
A look at the adolescent world as well as the "discipleship" process we bring kids through and ask the tough questions... that maybe the church is afraid to ask. Part 4 of a 6-part series.
Understanding and Discipling the Adolescent World, Part 6
A look at the adolescent world as well as the "discipleship" process we bring kids through and ask the tough questions... that maybe the church is afraid to ask. Part 6 of a 6-part series.
A guide to leading a meaningful bible study with tips for do's and don'ts as a leader. This is part five of the Communicating the Truth Rightly Series.
