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A long-time goal has been to visit Madison, Indiana. While doing research about the Underground Railroad, I learned this river town played a prominent role. There is nothing like a personal visit to more fully understand the history that transpired there. That goal was achieved in September of 2024. Madison is a delightful town, and here is the first of several stories I hope to write. In this short story, about a 20 minute read, you will learn about George DeBaptiste, a brilliant entrepreneur who used his businesses, both as a front and a fund, for the Underground Railroad.

Whisper Lake Indiana is a small farming town where all the citizens are good Christians. That's what most of them say, anyway. But the town hosts a dark, dark secret. Don Wilson, the former lord and master of the now burnt out and abandoned Hephzibahh House, is coming back to start his ministry of enslaving, starviing, and beating teenage girls until he turns them into the meek and frightened submissive women that his church members want. But something else is arising in Whisper Lake: an avenging entity from the dim mists of medieval and Qabalistic magic. As the outnumbered and outgunned ...

Study Guide and portion of the catechism that is used by the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship in the preparation of their candidates for the office of Bishop. This study guide covers several different topic and provides a battery of questions that every bishop should know. This study guide is presented more as "study notes" and not a text book. It is intended to offer a general overview of the topics and it encourages more in-depth and detailed study on the part of the reader.

As humans we are social beings. Our organizations are too. Therefore, we create opportunities to interact with each other. This book speaks about one of those entities - the Baptist association. The purpose of an association is to help members of the association - the churches - work, fellowship, and better fulfill their purposes. The association does not take the place of a church; it is there to help so it can function better.The purpose of this book is to help churches form associations which can help them fulfill their purposes. It is also a tool that can be useful to the associational ...

This is a Bible study guide collection on three people: Peter, Paul, and Mary (and other women who encountered Jesus) in one volume. Each study is planned for about seven weeks or 50 days. Each study has discussion questions for reflection. Peter is a model of a man who followed Jesus. Paul became a great missionary who represented Jesus, first to the Jews and then to the Gentiles. Mary the mother of the Lord Jesus Christ was involved in many aspects of his life from his birth to the death. This Bible study collection is designed for either personal or group study. The author wrote these ...

These are tales about what it means to learn of life and death and trust and companionship, as seen through the eyes of two boys, who from the age of six to twelve roamed deep into the woods and waterways, into and out of one wild scrape after another. The project began long ago as a gift to Brother James’ nieces, was set aside for two decades, and reworked and completed in the fall of 2013. Brother James said, “Everything I have learned in my life about writing is poured forth in this book. Some will be disappointed that it is not a commentary or exposition, but I believe that all who ...

As humans we are social beings. Our organizations are too. Therefore, we create opportunities to interact with each other. This book speaks about one of those entities - the Baptist association. The purpose of an association is to help members of the association - the churches - work, fellowship, and better fulfill their purposes. The association does not take the place of a church; it is there to help so it can function better. The purpose of this book is to help churches form associations which can help them fulfill their purposes. It is also a tool that can be useful to the associational...

As humans, we are social beings. Our organizations are too. Therefore, we create opportunities to interact with each other. This book speaks about one of those entities - the Baptist association. The purpose of an association is to help members of the association - the churches - work, fellowship, and better fulfill their purposes. The association does not take the place of a church; it is there to help so churches can function better. The purpose of this book is to help churches form associations that can help them fulfill their objectives. It is also a helpful tool for associational ...

Ever since evangelical Christians rose to national prominence, mainstream America has tracked their every move with a nervous eye. But in spite of this vigilance, our understanding hasn't gone beyond the caricatures. Who are evangelicals, really? What are they like in private, and what do they want? Is it possible that beneath the differences in culture and language, church and party, we might share with them some common purpose?

The core purpose of this series is to dig through the cultural, ecclesiastical, and corporate (business) issues that have been added to the church over the last two thousand years. I am not interested in getting rid of these trappings so much as discovering what they are and what the bedrock of the church would look like without them. Once exposed, then we can decide what to keep and what is unnecessary. Over the years, I began to put together a list of criteria which I would periodically hold up to a congregation to help them determine whether they were still on track with what God wanted ...

It's Hallowe'en in Marshland, and Marshland Baptist Church has narrowly dodged the plethora of preachers who forbid this scary holiday. The celebrations will continue! But one young man in the youth group has evil on his mind, while others are envying the wealthy Presbyterians. They are playing paintball all night long for prizes, while the poorer Baptists are toasting marshmallows and taking their little brothers and sisters out trick or treating. Dark plans are brewing out in the windswept marshes, and one young lady is being led astray. Will Jack Daniels realize what is going on and save...

With Pastor Roye on leave for six months, Marshland Baptist Church must find a preacher willing to serve in the interim. Meanwhile, nobody can figure out why the teen car washes are raking in hundreds of dollars in a town out in the middle of nowhere. Good fortune seems to follow the youth group, but the Sheriff is a little suspicious. Still, when the hearty, smiling Bill Manley shows up to be a temp preacher, the church's good luck seems to be holding. Then again .... Narrated with fondness and affection, the Marshland Baptist Chronicles detail the lives of the residents of Marshland, NC, ...

The tremendous growth of Latin American cities in the last few years has continued to aggravate a situation that has its roots in both the Spanish and Indian cultures. The Latin American, even more than the North American of the last century, has viewed the city as his one and only hope for a future. This has led to a concentration of 30% or more of the population of any given country being packed together in and around the largest city, usually the capital. If we are going to win Latin America for Christ, then we need to develop some methods and systems whereby we can reach out to these ...

Como humanos somos entes sociables. Nuestras organizaciones también lo son. Por lo tanto, nosotros creamos oportunidades para relacionarnos los unos con los otros. Este libro habla de una de esas entidades – la asociación bautista. El propósito de una asociación es ayudar que los miembros de la asociación – las iglesias – tengan oportunidad para trabajar, confraternizar, y cumplir sus propósitos mejor. La asociación no toma el lugar de una iglesia, la ayuda para que pueda realizarse mejor. El propósito de este libro es ayudar a las iglesias formar asociaciones las cuales ...

After nearly 50 years in pastoral ministry on Long Island, just outside of New York City, Pastor Andy C. Lewter, Sr. sits down to reflect upon his life. In this ebook, Pastor Lewter traces his life from a segregated town in central Florida to his stellar pastoral career as one of Long Island's leading clerics. In this memoir Pastor Lewter discusses education, love, civic struggles and much much more.

Como humanos somos entes sociables. Nuestras organizaciones también lo son. Por lo tanto, nosotros creamos oportunidades para relacionarnos los unos con los otros. Este libro habla de una de esas entidades – la asociación bautista. El propósito de una asociación es ayudar que los miembros de la asociación – las iglesias – tengan oportunidad para trabajar, confraternizar, y cumplir sus propósitos mejor. La asociación no toma el lugar de una iglesia, la ayuda para que pueda realizarse mejor. El propósito de este libro es ayudar a las iglesias formar asociaciones las cuales ...

Hard hitting, funny, outrageous, and tender by turns, Secret Radio delivers a scathing assessment of the scandals, gross ignorance of Scripture, and back room deals that have been tolerated in Fundamentalism, while at the same time showing the genuine faith of many who labor for Christ and find Him faithful to His people. Told in journal format as Grace narrates her story, the book chronicles the lives of Grace and her five roommates during her senior year, from the dreamy Lilly who draws action and adventure comics to the brilliant, poker-faced Cinn, the godly Amy Carmichael and tragic ...

This is a short history of the Christian missionary effort in Paraguay. Starting with Roman Catholic and focusing on Southern Baptist missions.

"Blessed: The Life, Ministry, and Legacy of Adrian Rogers" is an in-depth exploration of the remarkable journey of one of the most blessed men of God, Adrian Rogers. This book delves into his early life and childhood, including his family background, early education, spiritual awakening, and his call to ministry. It then takes readers through his education and training, highlighting his college years, seminary studies, mentors, and influences, as well as his commitment to continuing education. The book also delves into Rogers' pastoral ministry, examining his first pastorate, the growth and...

Sometimes it can seem as if friends are more work and pain than they're worth, with friendship challenges that we have to endure and struggle through. Life gets in the way of our well-intentioned efforts to connect. Conflicts and differences over serious issues divide us and make us think that we could never be close to a person ever again. How can we build real relationships that are life giving and pass the test of time? Bryan Loritts mines one of the Bible's least-known books for insights into how friendships can flourish even in the midst of sin and brokenness.