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  1. Kienyui

    Baptist

    by Kienyui

    One love, one faith, one Baptism Eph 4:5

    Kienyui
    Last reply by Kienyui,
  3. Pastor Matt

    Ethics Around Pastors Recruiting Staff from Other Churches. Is it OK?

    by Pastor Matt

    I want to talk about something that's been on my mind lately: pastors hiring staff from other churches. It happens, but is it really fair? A few times, pastors have reached out to me about offering our Youth Pastor a job as a Youth Pastor in their church. While I appreciate them asking me instead of doing it secretly, I still feel like it's not right to recruit from other churches for the same job. Every time it's happened, it's been a big church asking our only staff member to leave and join them. Pastors have told me not to make our Youth Pastor feel guilty for leaving, that they really need them, and that this is normal practice in churches so don't worry about it. …

    BrotherTony
    Last reply by BrotherTony,
  4. TheGloryLand

    Christians with no discernment 😇

    by TheGloryLand

    During my life as a newborn Christian, I learned, and God has gave me discernment on things, what is proper and not proper. It amazes me how there are brothers in Christ who follow man and traditions being saved and born again. they spend their whole life, jumping From Church to church, looking for the perfect church when we all know that the churches are full of repented sinners and the perfect church will be when Christ comes again. Some are know it all, which we all know perfectly. We all don’t know it all. In the church, there are hypocrites back stabbers, members that wanna control positions and know it all, we need to have the discernment, when we see these things. …

    BrotherTony
    Last reply by BrotherTony,
  5. Pastor Matt

    A Non-Denominational church is a Denomination 1 2

    by Pastor Matt

    Agree or disagree with the following: "Nondenominational" refers to religious organizations or congregations that do not align themselves with any particular established denomination or sect within a religion. However, despite not affiliating with a specific denomination, nondenominational groups can still be considered a denomination themselves, albeit with some nuances. Here's why: Distinct Identity: Nondenominational churches or religious groups often have their own distinct identity, beliefs, practices, and organizational structures. While they may not adhere to the specific doctrines of a particular denomination, they still form a cohesive group…

    BrotherTony
    Last reply by BrotherTony,
  6. Behold

    Tell us about your : Church Service

    by Behold

    - In my Messianic Church Home, in Netanya, Israel. The Service is like this.. We do a lot of praise and worship. We dont use backing tracks, we only use live instruments and voices. We do have some Israeli Flags in the sanctuary, , numerous Shofar's, .....2 or 3 Golden Ark of the Covenant's,.... at least one full size Ephod, and a Huge Golden Torah that is rolled out and read..., as well as various versions of the English NT and Hebrew NT that are in the pews, Pulpit, and on the stage, etc. Also, people who can't speak Hebrew but want to go to the "Main" Hebrew morning service, (usually these are Christian Tourists).. wear available wi-fi headphones that…

    Jerry
    Last reply by Jerry,
  7. rwilson

    Pastoral question

    by rwilson

    Hello everyone! Its been a very very long time since I have been on here. I was wondering if there was a section of this site that had listings for churches looking for pastors or pastors looking for churches?

    Joe Chandler
    Last reply by Joe Chandler,
  8. Pastor Matt

    Leaving the IFB

    by Pastor Matt

    Is the title click bate? 😀 Hey everyone, I'm curious about something and wanted to get your thoughts. In your part of the world, do you often see non-independent Baptist churches celebrating new members who have recently left the IFB? Here it almost seems like a goal for them, and I find it intriguing. Personally, I've never made a big deal about a non-IB member joining our church, but I'm interested in hearing about different experiences. Is it a common practice or more of a rare occurrence? I'm only asking because over here when that happens some churches just put them on a pedestal and brag that he/she just left a independent Baptist Church.

    R Sauter
    Last reply by R Sauter,
  9. Pastor Matt

    2024 Church Themes

    by Pastor Matt

    Alright, what are your church themes for 2024. Last year for us it was "Bring the Book" from Neh 8:1 And all the people gathered themselves together as one man into the street that was before the water gate; and they spake unto Ezra the scribe to bring the book of the law of Moses, which the Lord had commanded to Israel. This year for us it will be "I Shall Not Be Moved": from Ps 62-5-8 My soul, wait thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God.

    Napsterdad
    Last reply by Napsterdad,
  10. TheGloryLand

    The Non-Denominational are on the rise…

    by TheGloryLand

    The Non-Denomination Church. The Church that is pleasing to the ears. Here you won’t hear politics, talks about false religion, or even the word hell is mentioned, come as you are. For we are all one, in Christ? Beware of wolves… 🐺🐑🐏 Matt.7 [15] Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are raveningwolves. Matt.10 [16] Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. Luke.10 [3] Go your ways: behold, I send you forth as lambs among wolves. Acts.20 [29] For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolv…

    Pastor Matt
    Last reply by Pastor Matt,
  11. TheGloryLand

    Catholics Pope Strike Again

    by TheGloryLand

    Poor Catholics are getting weaker daily. Pope's blessing to Gay marriage, it won’t be too long before they start marriage 💏 too. https://apnews.com/article/vatican-lgbtq-pope-bfa5b71fa79055626e362936e739d1d8

    Napsterdad
    Last reply by Napsterdad,
  12. TheGloryLand

    Can You Say Happy Holidays in a King James Bible Church

    by TheGloryLand

    I am a Merry Christmas Guy, Anywhere I Go. Happy Holidays is ok, if you don’t want to offend anyone. But for me and my house, it’s Merry Christmas. 🎄

    SureWord
    Last reply by SureWord,
  13. TheGloryLand

    Getting older do we become more of a child

    by TheGloryLand

    Does this apply physically and spiritually? Heb.5 [12] For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. [13] For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe.

    Joe Chandler
    Last reply by Joe Chandler,
  14. Landmarkheritage

    Life way controversy

    by Landmarkheritage

    Forgive my ignorance, but what happened with life way that has lead to me seeing many comments about its supposed unalignment with Baptist principles

    Landmarkheritage
    Last reply by Landmarkheritage,
  15. BrotherTony

    Are there Scriptures that tell us

    by BrotherTony

    In the past few weeks there's been a lot of discussion amongst many of my friends and acquaintances about church attendance and how often is required. There are several who attend church very often, but not every service, who have been confronted by several other of our friends and their fellow church members because they don't always attend church every time the doors are open. They live Godly, Christian lives, tithe, witness, and have won many souls to the Lord over the years, yet, because they don't live up to someone else's expectations and beliefs on church attendance, are being equated with backslidden Christians, and even have been compared to the unsaved. There ar…

    R Sauter
    Last reply by R Sauter,
  16. Pastor Matt

    Let Us Prey: A Ministry of Scandals 1 2 3 4

    by Pastor Matt

    Has anyone seen any episodes yet? "Let Us Prey examines the pain of survivors' IFB members Ruthy Heiler, Kathy Durbin and Amanda Householder. Tell their stories of abuse at the hands of church leaders and the violence, manipulation and alleged cover-ups by other members." https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29926213/

    Rebecca
    Last reply by Rebecca,
  17. Pastor Matt

    Is this true about Hyles (First Baptist Church) compromising?

    by Pastor Matt

    Has any one seen this first hand? I've also heard from second hand information that they were using NIV on the screen. https://www.oldpathsjournal.com/post/fbc-hammond-hyles-anderson-college-accept-compromise?fbclid=IwAR0IMJJhsCvcRW_WEib8IN5h4QftlPyxYVivruABzjqWANUw645Rjn4r7uQ

    BrotherTony
    Last reply by BrotherTony,
  18. TheGloryLand

    What is a modern Baptist Church building supposed to look like? 1 2

    by TheGloryLand

    As time go by modern churches, Baptist churches, or others are changing the look of their buildings. We are no longer having the peak roofs, with the cross at its highest point. The new modern look are more efficient and hold more people. Are you ready to receive the modern and new look Church ? Here is one I found online just for example. Berean Baptist Church

    Joe Chandler
    Last reply by Joe Chandler,
  19. TheGloryLand

    Churches are starting to fill up again

    by TheGloryLand

    Remembering how Church attendance increase during 911.The war in Israel is doing something similar. I believe people are returning back to church that’s good. Hopefully they listen to the preaching of the gospel for salvation, before they cool off again. Today is the day of salvation.?

    Joe Chandler
    Last reply by Joe Chandler,
  20. TheGloryLand

    The truth hurts even for Christians

    by TheGloryLand
    • 0 replies
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    Being Christian, we are still subject to all the things that are happening around us and this world. We must love those that do good to us, and of those that do bad to us. This is not easy to do. But God gives us the strength through the Holy Spirit to live our lives to the best of our abilities. We must learn how to get along with each other no matter the position of the other person, keep your eyes, and ears open too, if it is true or not. This does not make the other person evil if they are incorrect. Neither gives you permission to spank the other person with your belt. Simply, we just know where that other person stands..

    TheGloryLand
    Last reply by TheGloryLand,
  21. TheGloryLand

    Your Pastor has his own assigned Parkin lot 1 2

    by TheGloryLand

    Just checking, it is not a sin to have a parking that is closer, than the handicapped parking. ? If he, the pastor is fat like me, further might be better.?

    Pastor Scott Markle
    Last reply by Pastor Scott Markle,
  22. Michael DeMoss

    What Does 'Conservative Christian' Mean to You? How would you define it?

    by Michael DeMoss
    • 2 replies
    • 203 views

    Hello everyone, The term "Conservative Christian" is frequently employed in religious discussions, yet its definition can significantly vary depending on one's perspective. I am keenly interested in gaining a more nuanced understanding of what this term means, both to individuals within this community and perhaps those outside of it as well. When you encounter the term "Conservative Christian," what precisely comes to mind? Are there specific doctrinal beliefs you associate with this designation? Beyond theological positions, does this term imply particular lifestyle commitments or ethical practices for you? Moreover, how would you delineate a Conservative Chris…

    Joe Chandler
    Last reply by Joe Chandler,
  23. TheGloryLand

    Security in the local church ⛪

    by TheGloryLand

    I was looking in the search and could not find anything related to church security. I know we had a topic on this, but couldn’t find it. I wanted to ask? Are you buffing up security or are you slacking down on security, in your church facility? people often forget things that happened in the past, and start slacking off. Example: COVID, all churches were cleaning and disinfecting the facilities now, maybe. I strongly believe We need to Keep our guard up. Take Care ? free advice. TGL

    Disciple.Luke
    Last reply by Disciple.Luke,
  24. TheGloryLand

    The true independent Baptist Church is #1

    by TheGloryLand

    Raised Catholic and then becoming Baptist, I have visited Pentecostal and Caramatic churches. The church with the best biblical and organized for me has been the independent Baptist Church. Many have removed the name fundamental for some reason. That's OK, Their goal, is to reach the loss with the gospel. They strongly support directly their missionaries, they disciple and baptize their members. Community Outreach and their Pastors are not millionaires. They don't focus on Mega facilities. They use the KJ Bible, preferred. The music, are hymnal base, preserving the loyal traditional ways. For me, they are the number one. The Independence Fundamental Baptist Church …

    BrotherTony
    Last reply by BrotherTony,
  25. TheGloryLand

    Involuntary tithing by the local Church 1 2 3

    by TheGloryLand

    I have never agreed with the Baptist church that removes 10 percent from their employee's salary. I do support the local church and their employees should tithe, if they want to do so. This is just my opinion, you can tell this is being done, for they (employees) never put anything in the offering plate, when it passed by. ?

    Disciple.Luke
    Last reply by Disciple.Luke,
  26. TheGloryLand

    Can the pastors wife, also be the secretary of the church ?

    by TheGloryLand

    I believe this is a conflict of interest, leaving a window for the pastor, to do what he wishes. Do the Baptist churches have any bylaws forbidden this practice. The wife of the pastor, being the secretary of the or his church? Thanks, TGL ⛪️

    Salyan
    Last reply by Salyan,


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