Baptist Messenger: Messenger Insight

Hear how Oklahoma Baptist Homes for Children Foster Care Ministries is equipping local churches to create or enhance support ministry in foster care, making a difference it the lives of children and families.

Hear pastors Kenny Mossman and Tristan Martin discuss the effects of sports gambling addiction and how the church can minister to those impacted by it.

This year marks the 100th Anniversary of Baptist Collegiate Ministries. Hear Oklahoma BCM leaders talk about the Gospel impact of BSU/BCM ministry through the years to today.

On March 1, 2025, Oklahoma Baptist University will host the annual “Generation Why?” apologetics Conference, designed to inspire and equip students to follow Christ and defend the Faith.

Hear how churches are hosting free medical clinics to effectively reach areas of Oklahoma with the Gospel.

Hear pastors Luke Holmes and Landon Warren talk about the great line up of speakers and plans for the Nov. 11 conference. Show Notes: 2024 Oklahoma Pastors' Conference | Baptist Messenger of Oklahoma

Hear how one Sunday School class ‘adopted' their local police department and created a strong community connection.

Statistics report 25% of American women have had an abortion. In this episode, hear how the Lord is using Hope Pregnancy Centers to help women who are hurting from an abortion find hope and healing. Show Notes: More information on ‘Forgiven and Set Free' program: https://www.baptistmessenger.com/forgiven-and-set-free/

Hear Bobby Shatto and James Wilder talk about the Gospel impact of F.A.I.T.H. Riders motorcycle ministry.

Hear Brian Hobbs and Ryan Smith interview Laura and Zoe, each of whom have a testimony of how the Lord brought out of a transgender lifestyle into a fulfilling life in Christ. Show notes: ‘Trust the Circle' book: https://www.trustthecircle.com/ Laura Beth Smalts ministry:  https://transgendertotransformed.com/edens-redemption/

Hear about a new online resource called “Her PLAN” (Her Pregnancy and Life Assistance Network), which helps women and families find local life-affirming medical, social and material support. Show Notes: https://herplan.org/

Nearing the one-year anniversary of the EF-2 tornado that struck OBU, hear President Heath Thomas share an important update on OBU's renewal efforts and about upcoming events. Show Notes: https://www.okbu.edu/news/2024/04/community-invited-to-renewal-era-service-and-celebration-april-19.html

Avery Willis's MasterLife has helped countless Christians progress in their walk with the Lord. MasterLife Together is an updated resource incorporates key components from the original version but is written for a new generation of believers.

Hear about the exciting and edifying plans in place for the 2024 Oklahoma Baptists Men's Retreat at Falls Creek this April.

Hear how Oklahoma Baptist churches are involved in supporting foster and adoptive families through a web-based sharing platform called CarePortal.

Hear Julie Busler's journey through darkness and mental illness to the Light of Christ and breakthrough.

Hear Pastor Jase Hargrove discuss how the church where he pastors in rural Oklahoma has embraced a vision for global missions.

Hear author and ministry expert Angela Sanders talk about an important new book on how churches can grow a great girls ministry.

Hear Dr. Bruce Perkins share how the light of the Gospel is making a dramatic impact in one Oklahoma correctional center through transformative Christian education.

Hear Pastor Brian Mills of Trinity Yukon talk about how the Lord is bringing about an explosion of evangelism through this Oklahoma Baptist church.

Hear Josiah Presley, who serves as a student minister here in Oklahoma, share his compelling life story as an abortion survivor.

Hear Tee Uzoigwe talk about how Jesus saved him and also about his new role as Oklahoma Baptists' Evangelism & Apologetics Ministry Partner

Hear Pastors Keith Burkhart and Tom Elliff talk about ‘Living in the Word,' a new ministry of First Southern in Del City.

Hear the Gospel testimony of a refugee who journeyed from jungles to gangs to a new life in Jesus Christ.

Hear how GoStudents and short-term missions can help your church reach people for Christ.

Hear Pastor Brad Graves and Brett Selby share about the plans and potential impact of the Nov. 13 conference for Oklahoma Baptist pastors.

Hear Emmitt and Belen Mckenzie share how the Lord brought them together for Gospel ministry. Show Notes: Order Emmitt Mckenzie's book now! Available here

Hear singer/songwriter/author Dennis Jernigan talk about his new book, which shares wisdom, humor, and lessons learned through his journey through Parkinson's Disease. Show Notes: Book available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats at https://tinyurl.com/2mn5dp3u

Hear Brad Clay and Bubba Burcham talk about the great lineup of events and activities offered for men at the April 28-29 Men's Retreat at Falls Creek. Show Notes: Men's Retreat information and registration: https://www.oklahomabaptists.org/men/retreat/

Hear star football punter Michael Turk, who played at OU, share about faith, football, and life. Show Notes: Michael Turk's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3wc2MERkKAqNEtaiQslC-A

Hear Lifeway's Jana Magruder talk about the book, “Flip the Script,” which offers insight in how to the reach the next generation with the Gospel. Show notes: https://www.lifeway.com/en/product/flip-the-script-digital-book-P005842462

Hear Amy Cordova and Jamy Fisher share plans for the upcoming Women's Retreat on April 21-22 at Falls Creek, as well as discuss the spiritual impact of this annual retreat. Show Notes: Event information & registration: https://www.oklahomabaptists.org/women/retreat

Hear pastors Kenny Mossman and Jeremy Smith voice concern about the recreational marijuana state question on March 7 in Oklahoma. Show notes: Visit www.oklahomabaptists.org/sq820 for more information.

Hear Jason Yarbough and Bob Nigh talk about the 50th anniversary of Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief and the Gospel impact this ministry continues to have.

Hear OBU's Dr. Brian Camp and Dr. Matt Emerson talk about key issues facing families today, such as sexuality, technology, social media and more.

Hear Danny Ringer and Duncan Blackwell share about key happenings in church revitalization, as well as about a coming event on Feb. 2-3 in Elk City featuring Richard Blackaby and others. Info here: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/events/revive-summit-elk-city-ok-2023/

UPDATE: Due to the most recent forecast of inclement weather and related safety considerations, the Advance Conference, previously set for Jan. 30-31, has been postponed to a later date that will be announced in the coming weeks. We look forward to hosting this Oklahoma Baptists event in the near future, as we seek to advance […]

Hear author and pastor Ryan Smith talk about his new book, ‘Trust the Circle,' which equips Christians to think biblically about God's design for sex, gender and sexuality.

Jim Lehew and leaders discuss a new ministry center in Oklahoma City that assesses needs and strengthens church outreach to engage brokenness and share the Gospel.

Jason Hope won the Silver Star, the third-highest military decoration for valor in combat. But God used his experiences in the military to shape his understanding of surrendering to Him.

Hear Emmitt McKenzie share about the transformation Jesus made in his life and about his new book, ‘Life: It's Not Supposed to Be Like This.' SHOW NOTES: Order Emmitt's book now! Available here

Hear Laura Perry Smalts, who lived nearly 10 years as a transgender male, talk about her spiritual transformation and how the Lord has now led her to a godly husband.

Hear Doug Matlock talk about ways to get the most impact out of your church's small groups this fall and beyond.

Hear Oklahoma Baptist University business professor Daryl Green talk about how OBU students get hands-on business experience through micro-internships.

Hear Jeremy Freeman and Caleb Freeman talk about the powerful new book, ‘#ButGod: The Power of Hope When Catastrophe Crashes In.'

Hear Pastor Stephen Rummage and Oklahoma Baptists' Alan Quigley talk about the importance of evangelism workshops in OKC on Wednesdays, Oct. 26 and Nov. 2. Event info: https://www.baptistmessenger.com/whos-your-one-evangelism-workshops-coming-to-okc/

Brian Hobbs talks with Matt Emerson and Luke Stamps about the Center for Baptist Renewal meeting, which will be in collaboration with The Hobbs Lecture on Nov. 1 on the Oklahoma Baptist University campus. Event on Nov. 1 at OBU: http://www.centerforbaptistrenewal.com/events/obu22

Lifeway's Mark Croston and Walter Wilson, Oklahoma Baptists African American Ministry Partner discuss the Big Results Conference which will take place October 28-30 at Tulsa, Gilcrease Hills.

Capital Baptist Association (CBA) leaders Mark Walters, David Hooks and Tobin Jackson talk about the upcoming CBA annual meeting which will be hosted at Oklahoma City, Trinity, on October 9.

Hear how the Edna McMillan State Missions Offering is helping Oklahoma Baptist churches provide housing, food and basic needs for refugees, as they share the Gospel.

Jeremy Smith and Chris Forbes look at some new Cooperative Program (CP) promotional resources and discuss how CP education encourages faithful stewardship.