Greater Fellowship Baptist Church

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Why Church Members Don't Invite Others to Church

We cover a recent post here at the blog written by Chuck Lawless on why church members don't invite others to church

10 Ways to Be a Welcoming Church to Those With Special Needs

For those willing to welcome those with special needs, how can today’s churches better serve these families? One parent shares some tips.

Hillside Baptist Church

I hope you’re still reading and enjoying the Bible in a year church reading plan. My college minister used to say, “Every time you read the Bible, it should change your life.” Some of our members have told me that they are having a difficult time believing this in the book of Numbers. One woman flat out asked me, “Would you please write a devotional that explains why we have to read the book of Numbers?” Yes, that’s easy
Think about how dry…

Why I Have Not Left The Independent Baptist Church

At one time or another over the years, I have been tempted to leave my position as an Independent Baptist and take the title of Bible ...

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New Mt. Olive Baptist Church Looks Back On 100 Years In Fort Lauderdale And What Comes Next

New Mt. Olive Baptist Church has been in the middle of the Historic Sistrunk neighborhood, in Fort Lauderdale, for 100 years. It's been there for so long

Why Planting a Missional Church in the Suburbs Is So Hard

If you've ever wondered why planting a missional church in the suburbs is so difficult, you're not alone. The Table's Ben Sternke explains a key reason why.

How to protest the Westboro Baptist Church

Fairhaven Baptist Church

Bible Text: I Peter 3:10-12 | Preacher: Roger Voegtlin | Series: Transcribed Sermons Please turn in your Bibles to I Peter chapter 3, verses 10 through 12. I’m going to preach this morning simply on how to enjoy life. Everybody wants to enjoy life, but some don’t, and some do. I think we see a secret to this in I Peter 3 starting with verse 10. “For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil…