By Dr. Steve Crawley, Exec. Dir. Ministers Resource Services The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives in no small way. These changes are pervasively reaching into most every area of life, but the most quantifiable of the changes obviously… Continue Reading
Remembering those who blazed the trails in Arkansas ministry has been extremely rewarding. It certainly gives special meaning to the song, “Precious Memories.” This week, I was just thinking about Harold Morris. He was a true trailblazer in every sense.… Continue Reading
I want to begin by thanking those who have called, emailed and texted me regarding the recent articles on trailblazers of the state association. I am encouraged that people are enjoying reading about people who have been integral parts… Continue Reading
I have missed writing an article the past two weeks. In that time things have begun to change for our state regarding the re-opening of businesses, hospital operating rooms, and yes, houses of worship. Monday, Governor Asa Hutchinson announced… Continue Reading
By Jeff Swart As president of the BMA of America, I thank the officers of our association, the department directors and especially John Merriweather and his BMA of America Service Team for their cooperation in providing the opportunity for… Continue Reading
I was just thinking about a friend. Richard Walters, a longtime leader in the BMA of Arkansas and BMA of America, received his heavenly promotion on April 2 at the age of 90 years. In previous articles, I… Continue Reading
Paul wrote to the church at Thessalonica: “Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love… Continue Reading
I find myself just thinking about the world dilemma as the nations face the Covid-19 virus. Fear, unrest, panic and even anger are but a few of the emotions seen every day in our country. Sunday, I shared a… Continue Reading
By Jeff Swart, President, BMA of America The officers of the Baptist Missionary Association of America, in consultation with the department and agency directors, the Coordinating Council and the national meeting production team, have cancelled the 2020 BMA of… Continue Reading
via BMA of America Missions Wouldn’t it be great if we could always have a long time and a lot of applicable resources in order to make important decisions? Moments like we are living now with this pandemic do make… Continue Reading