The Southern Baptist Texan

“Two things we say all the time: ‘You have not because you ask not,’ and ‘We don’t know how to do anything, Lord. But you do.’” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

“Our thing as Southern Baptists has always been coming together to advance the gospel to the ends of the earth.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

“This rare opportunity to welcome the nations to Texas fuels our prayerful expectation, and we look forward to all that God will do.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

"I’ve learned that when I’m joined to what God is doing and working with Him, it is always fruitful. When I’m working for God, the results are not as good." texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

“We need each other. We need a collective obedience.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

"We can’t do the work of the Holy Spirit, but clear teaching, consistent training, and helping your people identify and take responsibility for their areas of influence will go a long way in the development of a missional culture in your church." texanonline.net/articles/opini…

“It really is a brotherhood where we sharpen one another, encourage one another, and are spurred on by one another ...." texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

“We are not here by accident. Nobody in this room is here by chance. God has orchestrated this moment.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

"Regardless of how you do it, [tracking the numbers] will allow you to have a realistic understanding of where you are, which will in turn help you clarify a vision for where you want to go." texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

“We have always been and will always be a network of churches that stand firmly on the inerrancy of Scripture, which is the foundation for all that we do. I believe the greatest days for the SBTC are ahead.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

"Jesus died on the cross to take the punishment for our sins. He arose from the grave and is our living Savior. Jesus brings us to God, where sin had separated us." texanonline.net/articles/opini…

“Ministering to these students gives me the chance to show them that a relationship with Christ makes them heirs to the throne. I’m so blessed to be serving in the town that shaped me and molded me to care for others like they’re my family.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

“With the World Cup bringing even more people from around the world to our city, we have a significant opportunity to meet them, welcome them, and share the hope we have in Christ.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

Members of our SBTC Shepherds Collective regularly share their hearts and thoughts on the joys and challenges of ministry. Check out these insights from one of the collective's pastors. texanonline.net/articles/opini…

"When we do missions, it’s often a separate outreach event .... Instead, push your evangelism strategy down into the individual ministry areas within the church and integrate your training into those normal ministry routines." texanonline.net/articles/opini…

"A denominational body formed around an accepted confession of faith will have far less trouble sorting out how to express their biblical convictions day to day." texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

"Encourage the child to continue thinking and asking questions. Always pray with the child, asking God to work in the child’s life." texanonline.net/articles/opini…

"Brother pastor, if greed has crept into your heart, there is no greater thing you can do than to bring it to the light, walking in transparency before God and in community." texanonline.net/articles/opini…

“This is not transfer growth. There’s really nowhere to transfer from in Carrizo Springs.” texanonline.net/articles/sbtc/…

"While we all know evangelism springs from a heart full of devotion to Jesus and a daily walk with the Spirit, I believe pastors and church leaders have a role to play as we lead our congregations to becoming mission-minded and gospel-focused." texanonline.net/articles/opini…