I was just thinking — the Baptist Missionary Association of Arkansas is quite diverse. More than 300 churches comprise the association. Those churches, as I have previously mentioned, combine their support of four particular entities — ministries if you please.… Continue Reading
In my nearly 57 years of ministry, the one question that seemingly persists is, “Can a believer lose his salvation?” Of course, the answer is a resounding, “No!” Still, there is always the need to elaborate. I usually respond to… Continue Reading
In past articles, I have alluded to the possibility that after either limited or no in-person worship services, some may choose not to return to their churches after COVID restrictions are lifted. I was just thinking about how important… Continue Reading
The Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 has been with us here in Arkansas for one year. It has wreaked havoc on thousands of lives, taking loved ones from families from across our state. Much sadness has been left in its trail. Hundreds… Continue Reading
BMA of Arkansas trailblazer James Ray Raines was my friend for over 50 years. I met him when I was just a boy preacher of 18 and he was a seasoned preacher of 27. Bro. Raines was born in DeWitt… Continue Reading
In my teens, I met a preacher who made an impact on me. At that time he was serving as pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Nashville. Those were the days of district Baptist Training Services (BTS) meetings. As… Continue Reading
I was just thinking… I have always been a ponderer. My mind is never at rest. On occasion, I think that is not a bad thing. Then again, when my insomnia sets in, pondering becomes a difficulty — I… Continue Reading
I enrolled in Central Baptist College in September 1964. As I was getting my class assignments, I kept hearing people talk about the change in science instructors. Harold Cooper had taken a leave of absence to pursue his doctorate… Continue Reading
“If the Lord can change Saul, then He could change me,” said A.D. Livingston, a trailblazer in every sense of the word. As I turn my attention back to Trailblazers of the BMA of Arkansas, I was just thinking about… Continue Reading
By Tom Mitchell, President • BMA of Arkansas When I began writing these articles last November, the choice for a masthead was “Just Thinking.” Oh, my! When it comes to dealing with the difficult decision of having the annual session… Continue Reading