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In this episode we discuss our plans for celebrating Easter as a church. We also answer questions about several large churches leaving the SBC, on SEND Relief accepting US government funds, and on how the pastors we support in South Asia are handling increasing persecution.

"But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you." – Matthew 6:33This verse calls us to put God's Kingdom first in every aspect of our lives—including our investments—trusting that He will provide and use our efforts to advance His purposes. Today, Will Lofland joins us to share how that's happening right now.Will Loftland is the Managing Director of Investments Distribution at GuideStone Funds, an underwriter of Faith & Finance. He also oversees GuideStone's shareholder advocacy strategy and represents the firm as a participant in the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility.Who Is Guidestone?Guidestone is more than a financial services firm—it's a ministry to ministries. It is focused on serving ministries in all financial aspects of their work, including retirement plans, insurance solutions, wealth management, and the nation's largest Christian-screened mutual fund family.By equipping ministries with financial stability and security, Guidestone helps leaders focus more fully on spreading the gospel. Their services are designed to remove the weight of financial anxiety so that pastors, missionaries, and nonprofit leaders can flourish in their callings.What makes Guidestone unique is its unwavering commitment to honoring God with every dollar invested. Through rigorous Christian values screening, corporate engagement, and impact investing, it ensures that each fund reflects biblical principles.Guidestone's Impact Funds are an extension of this stewardship philosophy. Launched just before 2020, these funds go beyond avoiding harmful investments—they proactively invest in companies, projects, and causes that create meaningful change.Take the Impact Bond Fund, for example. It invests in projects like:Clean water infrastructureAffordable housing initiativesChristian-focused senior living communitiesThey believe that if we are truly stewards of God's resources, we want to invest in a manner that honors God and His purposes for human flourishing. Introducing the Kingdom Causes ProgramWhile securities can create positive change, their reach has limits. That's where Guidestone's Kingdom Causes program comes in.Born out of the Impact Funds initiative, Kingdom Causes donates 20% of the advisory revenue generated by the Impact Funds and supplements it with additional funding. Since 2020, they've donated nearly $750,000 to ministries advancing the gospel and protecting life.Their giving is focused on two core pillars:Sanctity of LifeSpreading the GospelFrom local to global, the ministries they support reflect these values.Ministries Making a DifferenceLocal Impact: Prestonwood Pregnancy CenterLocated in the Dallas area, this center is an extension of Prestonwood Baptist Church and serves women with compassionate care and gospel-centered support during unplanned pregnancies.They provide honest care, real information, and a strong infrastructure to support needy women. National Reach: Psalm 139 ProjectThis initiative provides ultrasound machines and resources to pregnancy centers nationwide, reinforcing the value of life and empowering expectant mothers.Meeting Physical Needs in the Name of JesusGuidestone also supports ministries that serve practical needs as an avenue for gospel outreach.Send ReliefA joint venture between the International Mission Board (IMB) and the North American Mission Board (NAMB), Send Relief addresses urgent needs like the following:Medical Missions in VenezuelaEntrepreneurial training for widows in AfricaLocal development projectsThese efforts not only meet physical needs but also open doors for evangelism.Faith-Based Content for Kids: Meet MinnoRecognizing the need for Christ-centered media, Guidestone supports Minno, a streaming platform offering biblically grounded content for children. It gives parents peace of mind knowing their kids are watching wholesome, faith-filled shows.Discipling the Forgotten: Prison MinistriesTwo standout organizations Guidestone supports are:Prison Fellowship: Sharing the hope of Christ with incarcerated individuals. Prison Seminaries Foundation: Partnering with Baylor University to provide seminary training to inmates serving long sentences.These ministries are transforming lives behind bars, raising disciple-makers where they're least expected.How You Can Join InWhen you invest in Guidestone's Impact Funds, you're doing more than planning for your future—you're also making an eternal impact. Visit GuideStoneFunds.com/Faith to learn more and to explore their faith-based investment options. On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I'm in the midst of my retirement or death planning, and I'm wondering what criteria I should use for creating a trust versus just having a will.Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly MagazineGuideStone FundsWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Send Relief responding to Myanmar earthquake (0:41) Sudanese attack forces Christians to hide worship services (1:57) Judge dismisses all but one claim in lawsuit against SBC (2:42) Georgia church reconciles with former pastor (3:48) How to love the toxic people in your life (5:29) Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Welcome to The Weekly, produced by TAB Media Group, which publishes The Alabama Baptist and The Baptist Paper. Each episode features news headlines read by TAB Media Group staff and volunteers. New episodes are released weekly on Wednesday mornings. Articles featured in this episode: Alabama Legislature in session (0:41) Refugee resettlement concerns in Alabama (1:29) Persecution reported in Pakistan (2:11) Send Relief lead role changing (2:41) Remembering Jim Shaddix (3:19) Visit TAB Media HERE Subscribe on iTunes HERE

Pastor Andrew got the chance to sit down with Pastor Bryant Wright: Pastor, Author, Founder of Right From The Heart Ministries, and President of international relief organization, Send Relief. They dive into his story and a ton of other topics, we know you'll love this conversation! Website: ⁠https://breakinggrowthbarriers.com⁠ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakinggrowthbarriers Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/breakinggrowthbarriers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakinggrowthbarriers

A lot of women have a heart for orphan care, but it can be difficult to know how to tangibly help, especially with orphans in other countries. In this episode, Kristen Lowry joins us from Kenya to share practical ways we can help care for orphans we may never meet. Hear tips on how your women's ministry can involve orphan care into your ministry at the local church level, as well as how we can pray for missionaries and their families.LINKSFaith to ActionSend Relief Lifeway Women BlogSend Relief Mission TripsReach out to Kristen at: children@sendrelief.orgRECOMMENDED: Listen to this episode with Ray and Jani Ortlund on leaving a spiritual legacy for your family. MARKED is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Elizabeth Hyndman and Ashley Veneman.CONNECT WITH US!Follow Lifeway Women, Kristen Lowry, and Send Relief on Instagram.We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text message.Learn more about Kelly Minter's Bible study on the book of Esther at lifeway.com/estherstudy. Learn more about the Joy to the World Advent Bible study at lifeway.com/joytotheworld. Learn more about the Prepare Him Room virtual event at lifeway.com/preparehimroom.

Following the damage from Hurricane Helene in Florida and Georgia, Send Relief, in coordination with Southern Baptist Disaster Relief, has been providing relief supplies to service comunities in Georgia, Florida, and the Carolinas. Friday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Bryant Wright, President of Send Relief will share with us how gifts to their organization are supplying meals, water, temporary roofing, flood recovery supplies, and more to these U.S. locations. Send Relief is a faith-based relief organization that works across the U.S. and around the world to meet needs and change lives through crisis response and compassionate outreach. Send Relief - To Give or For More InfoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Defender Podcast, Dr. Rick Morton and Herbie Newell sit down with Josh Benton, National Vice President of Send Relief, recorded live at the Southern Baptist Convention in June. Josh shares his insights on the work of Send Relief, a collaborative platform that provides support to vulnerable people worldwide, focusing on disaster relief, crisis ministry, adoption, and foster care. He also highlights the growth in church engagement and volunteer mobilization within the Southern Baptist community, emphasizing the importance of partnership and cooperation.GUEST Josh Benton is the National Vice President of Send Relief, overseeing North American ministry efforts, including operating U.S. ministry centers and coordinating disaster response with Southern Baptist Disaster Relief. He also partners with organizations like Lifeline Children's Services to support vulnerable families. Prior to Send Relief, Josh worked in Kentucky's economic and workforce development and served in bi-vocational student ministry. He holds degrees in Public Administration and Christian Missions. Josh and his wife, Emily, live near Atlanta with their four children.HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children's Services and its ministry arms.CO-HOSTDr. Rick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.ORPHAN SUNDAYLifeline Children's Services invites churches, pastors, and families to participate in Orphan Sunday, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the plight of the fatherless. Each year, hundreds of churches partner with Lifeline to speak up for orphans and vulnerable children around the world. With resources like videos, prayer cards, sample sermons, and small group guides, Lifeline equips churches to share God's call to care for the fatherless and find practical ways to respond. Though we may not all be able to adopt or foster, Orphan Sunday encourages everyone to take action and support these precious children. Learn more at LifelineChild.org/Orphan-Sunday.LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICESThe mission of Lifeline Children's Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples. FOLLOW USFacebook, Instagram, TwitterThe Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | SpotifyThe Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Transistor | Spotify

How can parents navigate our cultural moment? Rachel Gilson joins us to discuss. She explains when and how to have “the talk,” the importance of using accurate language, and teaching our kids why God's plan for gender and sexuality is true, good, and beautiful. Plus, she explores how today's moment allows the gospel to shine more clearly. Plus, Dr. Quinn acknowledges the tremendous suffering in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Want to give? Here are two options: - SEND Relief: www.sendrelief.org/give/ - North Carolina Baptists on Mission: givencmo.com/ Also, we want to answer your questions in an upcoming episode! Submit them here: cfc.sebts.edu/about/contact-us/ - Website: cfc.sebts.edu - Contact us: cfc.sebts.edu/about/contact-us/ - Support the work of the Center: cfc.sebts.edu/about/give/ All opinions and views expressed by guest speakers are solely their own. They do not speak for nor represent SEBTS. Read our expressed views and confessions: www.sebts.edu/about/what_we_believe.aspx

Following the damage from Hurricane Helene in Florida and Georgia, Send Relief, in coordination with Southern Baptist Disaster Relief, is providing relief supplies to serve communities in Georgia, Florida and the Carolinas. Josh Benton, Send Relief’s VP of North American Ministry, joins Mornings with Eric and Brigitte on Monday to talk about the organization's continuing effort to provide supplies to teams on the ground as they aid relief efforts in the weeks to come. Send Relief is a faith-based relief organization that works across the U.S. and around the world to meet needs and change lives through crisis response and compassionate outreach. Send Relief - To Give or For More InfoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textPull a seat up at the table and join us in a conversation with Bryant Wright.  After many decades of pastoral ministry, Bryant currently serves as President of Send Relief.  He discusses the value of tenure as a local pastor, and emphasizes the importance of focusing on your marriage and family.  Listen to hear insights into the large reach of Southern Baptists across the world through ministries like Send Relief.  Around the Corner Events: All Events: mbcb.org/eventsSeptember 19: Synchrony - SummitSeptember 21: Young Musicians Honor Choir Concert - FlorenceSeptember 25-26: New Orleans Vision JourneySeptember 30: Renewing the Church Summit - TupeloOctober 01: Renewing the Church Summit - HattiesburgOctober 02: Renewing the Church Summit - BrandonOctober 03-14: State Fair EvangelismOctober 17: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - KosciuskoOctober 24: Small Church Youth Ministry Workshop - WigginsOctober 25-27: Conference of the Deaf - Timber Creek CampOctober 28: Mississippi Baptist Pastors' Conference - JacksonOctober 28: Ministry Wives Conference - JacksonOctober 29-30: Mississippi Baptist Convention Annual Meeting - JacksonContacts: Jon Martin, Chief Strategy Officer - jmartin@mbcb.orgTanner Cade, Communication Services Director - tcade@mbcb.org

Crossing the Big Ocean in a Little Boat How long would it take to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean from the Canary Islands near Africa to Antigua in the Caribbean Sea? “Team Foar Brothers,” consisting of Thomas, Trent, and Tim Hamilton along with their nephew, Ben Clark, did it in 37 days, 10 hours, and 55 minutes.  Discover more about their incredible journey of completing The World's Toughest Row as Thomas returns for his second appearance on the Cedarville Stories Podcast. Then watch their exhilarating finish line video to get a glimpse of what it was like to row a little boat across the big ocean. During their expedition on the open sea, the team faced numerous challenges, including towering waves, relentless rains, the endless expanse of salt water, continuous physical exertion, and being constantly tossed around. It truly tested their endurance, yet they persevered through their unity, the unwavering prayers of their loved ones, and their faith in the Lord. Despite the daunting obstacles, they managed to cross the finish line successfully. The journey for the Cedarville University alumni was not only a personal accomplishment but also a fundraising initiative, raising nearly $57,000 for Send Relief, a Baptist mission supporting Afghan refugees.While they found fulfillment in making a positive impact on others, they also reaped personal rewards. They were able to witness the beauty of God's creation, the vastness of His universe, and the constant presence of His embrace. Even in the isolation of the ocean, without seeing any signs of human life for weeks, they found solace in the knowledge that they were never truly alone. Tune into Cedarville Stories Podcast and join them on their journey across the sea! 

As the 2024 Hurricane Season quickly approaches, Emergency Disaster Services professionals from The Salvation Army took part in a week-long territorial training intended to enhance their knowledge and overall service capabilities.   Partner agencies, including FEMA and Send Relief also participated with presentations on updates to the FEMA Individual Assistance Programs and Disaster Case. Salvation Army Communications and Disaster Services specialists participated in a joint session on best practices to tell stories of relief work and survivors highlighting the humanity behind disaster work.    Salvation Army teams from the Southern and Eastern Territories jointly presented on Emotional and Spiritual Care and the importance of caring for one's own mental health with as much intent as we care for others.   Another highlight of the week was the unveiling of a new custom bunkhouse trailer donated by Embassy Specialty Vehicles. The new bunkhouse provides housing for 12 people and will be positioned in Tampa, FL, ready to be deployed wherever needed.    Learn more at Disaster.salvationarmyusa.org

Hosts Vance Pitman and Noah Oldham meet with Darryl Speers, Send Relief missionary to Los Angeles, California. Tune in to discover how the Lord interrupted this church planter’s plans for the good of the church and the engagement of their community—all for the glory of God alone. Listen to learn why engaging the city is a core value of Send Network and the first step in biblical missiology.

There are two things Hall of Fame coach Mark Richt knows well — college football and the gospel of Jesus. Listen to this week's episode below as Richt shares his heart for discipleship through sports and the importance of living on mission. In this episode of the N.C. Baptists podcast, Executive Director-Treasurer Todd Unzicker sits down with Mark Richt, retired Hall of Fame football coach for the University of Georgia and the University of Miami, to discuss college football, Richt's testimony and what it means to live on mission. Richt was also influential in Unzicker coming to know Christ when Unzicker was a college football reporter covering Richt's Georgia teams. Richt now works as a college football analyst and serves as a national spokesperson for Send Relief, the compassion ministry arm of the North American Mission Board. Richt will be a keynote speaker at the upcoming N.C. Missions Conference sponsored by Baptists on Mission, being held April 5-6 in Charlotte. The conference theme is “Living Sent.”

Kristen Lowry serves as International Orphan Care Consultant for Send Relief, where she advises Southern Baptist missionaries, churches, and partners on best-practice care for orphans and vulnerable children based on biblical principles and emerging research in the field. She also serves as  Co-Executive Director of Shelter Yetu in Naivasha, Kenya, where she and her team have helped more than 600 street-connected children find healing and hope as they are reintegrated with safe, loving families. She lives outside of Nairobi, Kenya with her husband, Daniel, and their four children.   For Christian parents, it can feel like an uphill battle to raise loving and compassionate children in an increasingly self-centered, lost world — but there are tangible steps parents can take to build empathy in their little ones.  Kristen Lowry, mother of four and child welfare expert with Send Relief and Shelter Yetu, can share practical ways to foster love and a heart for service in our children, like:   Educating our children about how some of their peers around the world in less fortunate circumstances live — some live in poverty, some live in crisis-stricken regions, and some are separated from their families  Involving our children in conversations about how we can help their peers who are in need — this could look like identifying opportunities to support vulnerable children and families through material resources and prayer   Setting a positive example of humility for our children — sharing support with vulnerable individuals or communities doesn't make us superior, it's simply an act of obedience to God's instructions to be good stewards of His resources  Copyright WGNR Radio 2024See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristen Lowry joined the show from live from KenyaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Noncommercial religious broadcasters are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review copyright royalty fees, alleging they favor secular speech over religious expression. In the midst of Ukraine's ongoing conflict, which has tragically claimed over 10,000 civilian lives, the story of Luba, a woman whose life was shattered by the bombing of her home in Bakhmut, highlights the profound impact of compassion and faith. And, in the midst of Ukraine's ongoing conflict, which has tragically claimed over 10,000 civilian lives, the story of Luba, a woman whose life was shattered by the bombing of her home in Bakhmut, highlights the profound impact of compassion and faith.

In Florida, a legal dispute has emerged involving Gunna Kristofersdottir, a former CVS employee who was fired for refusing to sell birth control, citing her religious beliefs. Prestonwood Baptist Church in Dallas is partnering with Send Relief and other organizations to host an Adoption and Foster Care Summit. And, building on the foundation of open dialogue with God, Kie Bowman introduces us to the second critical aspect of his "Two-Room Strategy for Prayer" the listening room.

Believers from across the world continue to help Ukraine meet mental health needs exacerbated by Russia's latest war on the country, a conflict nearing its second anniversary. When Timothy Hamilton texted his brothers a link to the World's Toughest Row endurance race with the suggestion that they should participate together, not all his brothers were easily convinced. And, when you encounter the word “shadow,” what images and thoughts cross your mind? Tales have probably conditioned us to think of lurking dangers and the need for heightened awareness.

Though the cease fire has been in place over the past few days in the Middle East, there are many who still need help. Meanwhile, a group of believers from Texas are providing food to those reeling from the devastation in Israel and Gaza. And, how can you lead with integrity and care? Pastor Steve Viars writes, “Establish a Relationship with the Greatest Leader."

In this conversation episode, we bring together leaders within different denominations to talk about care reform and the role the American church can play. Joining ust today are from Kristen Lowry from Shelter Yetu and Send Relief (Southern Baptist Convention), Laura Horvath from Helping Children Worldwide and the United Methodist Church, and Pastor Jacob Lierz from LifeMission Church. We discuss what motivates American churches to engage in global orphan care? How do we encourage them to move towards better practice? Can the church lead the movement for care reform? Podcast Sponsor Sojourn Studio Sojourn Studio empowers young women and moms on the Thailand-Myanmar border through dignified work as they handcraft beauty to rewrite stories and lift communities. Get shopping today and support families at the same time! Resources and Links from the show 1MILLIONHOME Church Resources Love Wisely course Short-Term Missions Manual by Faith to Action Barna Research Study Send Relief consultant advocates orphan care reform From the Field: How can your church help orphans? Freeing Congregational Mission Breaking Bread Series Conversation Notes What brought our guests into reforming orphan care (6:00) Advising churches on best practice (13:00) Helping the church ask questions (16:30) Bringing change in missions (21:00) Why are churches and donors reluctant to change? (31:00) Should we stop supporting orphanages? (35:00) Stories of change (42:00) Short-term mission vs. long-term missions (49:00) Improving child protection in missions (58:00) Start with education and ask the hard questions (1:05:00)

Today on the podcast, Josh Benton joins to talk about Send Relief and the work they are doing to provide disaster relief, minister to women in crisis pregnancies, and reach orphans and vulnerable children. GUESTJosh Benton is the Vice President of Send Relief, the mercy ministry arm of the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention. They have responsibility for things like disaster relief, ministering to women in crisis pregnancies, adoption, and orphan care. Lifeline is privileged to partner with them for the last several years. Josh sits on Lifeline's National Board. Josh is an adoptive dad and has done many significant things, but most of all is a guy who loves the Lord. HOSTHerbie Newell is the President & Executive Director of Lifeline Children's Services and its ministry arms.CO-HOSTRick Morton is the Vice President of Engagement at Lifeline Children's Services.RESOURCES R(un) for One is an annual 5K event that raises funds for Lifeline's global orphan care ministry.   Through this ministry, children are receiving love and care, enrolling in schools, learning life skills, and hearing the hope of the gospel.   You can join others in Birmingham on September 9 or take advantage of the “run where you are” option and run or walk anywhere you are.  Join us for a free webinar on Aug 17, 2022 at noon Central Time.  Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Birmingham/LifelinesRunforOne5KBirminghamAL for more information.  LIFELINE CHILDREN'S SERVICES The mission of Lifeline Children's Services is to equip the Body of Christ to manifest the gospel to vulnerable children. Our vision is for vulnerable children and their communities to be transformed by the gospel and to make disciples.  Web: lifelinechild.org Email: info@lifelinechild.org Facebook, Instagram, Twitter: @lifelinechild The Defender Podcast: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify The Defender Bible Study: Subscribe on iTunes | Stitcher | Spotify

Josh Benton joined the show to discuss Send Relief and Global Hunger Relief Sunday that is coming up at the end of August. Also, Charleston Southern has a new president.

Building off of the last episode, Mark Clifton and Dan Hurst are joined by Mark Hallock to discuss 5 more reasons churches should stay engaged in the Southern Baptist Convention. Send Relief/Disaster Relief Chaplains Our six seminaries Unique partnerships with state in association Local church governance of the entire convention Resources related to this episode: NAMB celebrates planters, chaplains, Send Relief in presentation to SBC messengers Baptist Faith and Message 2000 Seminary Statistics – pg. 134, 2023 SBC Book of Reports

More state legislatures have enacted laws this year to protect minors and women, as well as to ensure competitive fairness in sports, in response to the transgender rights movement. Send Relief is helping feed refugees fleeing the escalating civil conflict in Sudan that international leaders say threatens a full-scale civil war. And, The IMB is asking for believers to pray for fellow believers in North Africa and the Middle East where Christian churches are illegal.

Kyle was in the US, Matt was in the...what is Puerto Rico again? Well, while on mission trip to the island, he interviewed Javier Vargas of Adoptando, a mission of Send Relief.Adoptando: https://www.adoptandoministries.orgAs a Christ-follower, you are called to obey the Great Commandment, and you are called to pursue the Great Commission. Southwestern Seminary will encourage you to love God with all you are, and will equip you to serve God wherever He calls. Whether you're just beginning your journey or have decades of experience, Southwestern Seminary will equip you to live your calling.“This seminary is grace filled, Christ centered, scripturally grounded, confessionally guided, student focused, and globally engaged.“Learn more about Southwestern Seminary's core values at swbts.edu/corevalues.

Pastor Jared interviews Shun Abram, director of the Send Relief Center in Memphis, TN and founding pastor of Binghampton Community Church. Binghampton Community Church: https://www.binghampton.orgSend Relief: https://www.sendrelief.orgSubmit your ideas for Off Script topics at https://www.kirbywoods.org/offscript. Follow us online! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kirbywoodsmemphis Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbywoodsmemphis YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kirbywoods Podcast: https://kirbywoodspodcast.buzzsprout.com

Wow! May you say yes to Compassions Ministry as you listen to this episode. To learn more about how you can be involved with Send Relief, visit www.sendrelief.org; call Shun @ 901.315.8043 or email him @ scabram@sendrelief.net. Send Relief is a Compassions Ministry and addresses 5 Areas through mobilizing teams and partnering with churches, and other ministries and associations: Strengthening Communities, Care for Refugees, Protecting Children and Families, Fight Human Trafficking and Respond to Crisis Do you want to be a guest on the show or connect with me? Send me an email @bewindijacksonlcsw@outlook.com To purchase book, Empowerment for you: Encouragement for your Emotional and Spiritual Wellness, visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JRQC2M4 and to purchase the Empowered to Empower you Reflection Workbook, visit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MDGXRVW Ready to start counseling? www.aaopcs.net --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bewindi-aquilla-bobb/message

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

What is mom guilt? How is different from biblical guilt? And what feeds mom guilt? Lauren Whitman is a counselor with the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF), and she joins Dr. Benjamin Quinn and Megan Dickerson to discuss. Lauren is the author of a book titled, ‘Mom Guilt: Escaping Its Stronghold.' (The conversation starts at 5:53.) Plus, in “Headlines” (1:10), Dr. Ken Keathley reflects on the tragic earthquake in Turkey, and he recommends we support Send Relief. In “On My Bookshelf” (23:53), Dr. Dan Heimbach recommends one of his all-time favorite books. Visit our website: https://cfc.sebts.edu/ Support the work of the Center: https://cfc.sebts.edu/about/give/

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

In this episode, learn how Grace Community Baptist Church member Lisa Prejean was able to overcome her biggest fear and help meet a refugee's biggest need – to have a genuine friendship! Her church recently formed a food drive ministry to meet the practical physical needs of Afghan refugees, which opened the door to conversations, relationships, and spiritual conversations. Their ministry further led to them providing ESL/English help for the refugee women and more recently, several of the men also were able to learn English. Lisa's encouragement to listeners is to be willing to take risks. It is important to get over our basic fear, the fear of failure.   Learn more from Grace Community Baptist Church or check out the organization Send Relief.

The ERLC has helped launch a new life initiative with a host of partners to help fight abortion in America. Also, Send Relief work continues across Ukraine.

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.

IMB president Paul Chitwood joins the show to discuss Ukraine, Send Relief, a record LMCO year, the missionary pipeline and so much more on this week's episode. Also, Amy Grant was honored this week alongside Bono, Gladys Knight, and George Clooney.

While state convention recaps dominate this episode, there is much to celebrate with the opening of a new Send Relief center in Puerto Rico as well as the Jesus Film being translated into its 2,000th language by a Southern Baptist seminary student.

Josh Benton, Vice President at Send Relief, joins Lynette on the podcast this week to share their family's adoption story and the invaluable role of the local church. Through Family Advocacy Ministry, Josh provides a clear, concise blueprint for ministering to vulnerable children and families. Here are easy steps to get started: · Praying diligently and consistently · Raising awareness about the needs of vulnerable children · Recruiting families to consider adopting or fostering · Providing support to serve foster and adoptive families, and biological families in crisis · Helping to meet physical and financial needs · Supporting and encouraging local child welfare workers · Ministering to families and meeting emotional and spiritual needs Get more info at https://www.sendrelief.org/projects/family-advocacy-ministry/

Co-hosts Doug Sweeney and Kristen Padilla talk to Rev. Dr. Bryant Wright, Beeson's Go Global speaker, about his life, ministry with Send Relief, and Go Global sermon and lecture.

Co-hosts Doug Sweeney and Kristen Padilla talk to Rev. Dr. Bryant Wright, Beeson's Go Global speaker, about his life, ministry with Send Relief, and Go Global sermon and lecture.

In this week's episode we talk about what fills our tanks. We also talk about the latest message from our message series, Philippians, as we review Philippians 1:19-27. Listen to this message, Win/Win, by clicking HERE. Send Relief and Southern Baptist Disaster Relief are working to meet the needs of those in Puerto Rica and Florida following the catastrophic storms they faced. Click HERE to make a donation today and join with us in praying for all of those impacted.

In this episode, Brent and Lindsay discuss the devastation in Southwest Florida caused by Hurricane Ian and  Southern Baptist's disaster relief mobilization. They also talk about the need in Puerto Rico,  the Jones Act waiver, and the Baptist cooperation that helped make that happen. ERLC ContentHunter Baker with Why Christians should never resort to political violence: Sin and serving the Lord of the beatitudes (Union University article)Lisa Misner with Ilinois Baptists stand for life as abortions increase in their stateCultureABC News: Devastation caused by Hurricane IanBP: Southern Baptists respondPolitico: Jones Act Waiver Approved for Puerto RicoAaron Judge's 61st homerunConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsDobbs Resource Page | The release of the Dobbs decision marks a true turning point in the pro-life movement, a moment that Christians, advocates and many others have worked toward tirelessly for 50 years. Let us rejoice that we live in a nation where past injustices can still be corrected, as we also roll our sleeves up to save preborn lives, serve vulnerable mothers, and support families in our communities. To get more resources on this case, visit ERLC.com/Dobbs.Sexual Ethics Resource Page | Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the constant stream of entertainment and messages that challenge the Bible's teachings on sexual ethics? It often feels like we're walking through uncharted terrority. But no matter what we face in our ever-shifting culture, God's design for human sexuality has never changed. The ERLC's new sexual ethics resource page is full of helpful articles, videos, and explainers that will equip you to navigate these important issues with truth and grace. Get these free resources at ERLC.com/sexualethics.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

Send Relief has officially established a sexual abuse survivor care fund for Southern Baptists to donate to, and a Louisiana church has baptized someone for 35 weeks in a row totalling 99 baptisms already in 2022.

Send Relief announced its intent June 8 to give $3 million to fund the proposed Sexual Abuse Task Force (SATF) recommendations for sexual abuse reform, and an additional $1 million to establish a survivor care fund to provide trauma care for survivors and trauma training for pastors.

Dr. Wright is an author, national speaker and one of the most respected leaders in Southern Baptist life. He served as senior pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church in Marietta, Georgia for 38 years. He served as president of the Southern Baptist Convention from June 2010 to June 2012. Bryant founded Right From the Heart Ministries, radio program reaching thousands of people world-wide. And currently serves as President of Send Relief for IMB. Chris Trent, served as student pastor in churches in Texas and Georgia, most recently as student pastor at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church for the past 14 years. Chris is an author, Consider This: A Youth Minister's Guide to Longevity. Chris is the NEXT GEN Catalyst on our Church Strengthening team, an illusionist and master of all things Disney. Bryant shares • the keys to success over his four decades of ministry and rhythms that can help all leaders • wisdom from his new book Succession for all leaders looking to retire or leave a ministry well • the importance of a sabbath and guidance on asking your church for a sabbatical • gives specific details on guardrails he had/has in his life to help him stay morally faithful • why it is imperative for a pastor to build relationships with unbelievers in the community • why we are not seeing more young people surrender to ministry and what leaders can do Chris shares • keys to success from the second chair leader • there was never any confusion about what mattered most at Johnson Ferry Baptist Church • mission clarity precedes mission success • new initiative “called to ministry” initiative at the Georgia Baptist Mission Board in the Next Gen ministry to raise awareness and call out the called • what he hopes to know for when his ministry is completed Scott shares • people don't walk in straight lines unless they are focused on a target. If a person is dropped off in the desert and they have to walk their way out, they will almost certainly walk in circles (leg length discrepancy). • people remember a little of what you say and a lot of how you make them feel • challenges leaders to consider: when the tide rises, all the boats in the bay rise with it, so lead well and don't give up

People don't take trips. Trips take people. That's what Becca Robinson and Brandon Croley learned earlier this year when they signed up for Send Relief's Memphis Serve Tour. In this episode of Stories of Hope, listen to the Serve Tour audio diary they recorded and learn with them how the unexpected parts of a trip are often the best parts. Brandon and Becca participated in Send Relief's Memphis Serve Tour through Forgotten Ministries in Enid, Oklahoma. Visit forgottenministries.com to learn how Forgotten Ministries connects churches to people who need to know the love of Christ. Watch a video that shows what happened when Brandon, Becca and a team of other Serve Tour volunteers partnered with one Memphis pastor at bit.ly/memphismoment Find out how you and your church can participate in a Serve Tour at sendrelief.org/serve-tour/

Ronnie Johnson grew up in a Memphis housing project. He's been shot four times, he has survived four times and he always knew there must be a reason why he escaped an early death over and over again. This is the story of what happened when Ronnie discovered what that reason was. Watch what happened when volunteer mission teams from Send Relief's Memphis Serve Tour traveled to Tennessee to work alongside Ronnie. You can see that video at bit.ly/memphismoment Find out how you can help strengthen communities at SendRelief.org/

This week I am delighted to welcome Dr. Bryant Wright and his wife Mrs. Anne Wright to the podcast. Dr. Wright serves as Founder and Chairman of “Right From the Heart Ministries,” and as President of the Southern Baptist Convention's relief organization, Send Relief. Dr. Wright also served as the Founding Senior Pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist Church and retired in 2019 from his pastorate after serving for 38 years.