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- I attended a Bible study recently where we looked at Matthew 24 and the end times. Most present subscribed to the pre-tribulation rapture position. I sensed quiet relief in their voices given they believe no Christian will have to endure the great tribulation. But no one commented on the possible times of harsh suffering and persecution American believers could face in the future. No one alluded to the estimated 70 million Christians martyred over the last two millennia, more than half in the 20th century. Todd Nettleton of Voice of the Martyrs describes persecution as “anytime that we’re forced to […]
- War in the Middle East always sparks a renewed interest among Christians regarding what the Bible says about the end times, what theologians call the study of eschatology. In recent generations the formation of the state of Israel, the rising threat of nuclear Armageddon, the collapse of the USSR and other massive geo-political events have spurred interest again and again. And in a way, that’s a good thing. The eagerness to know more may be for the wrong reasons: Who is the antichrist? Is the rapture about to happen? But in Scripture, Jesus calls us again and again to be […]
- Each year, more than 10,000 people flock to Birch Bay, Washington, an unincorporated community along the northwest Washington coast, to shoot fireworks on July 4. Birch Bay is one of the only places to shoot fireworks on the beach without a permit, says Birch Bay Bible Community Church lead pastor Tim Thiessen. A county ordinance allows the legal discharging of fireworks July 3-5, and many people buy fireworks on the nearby Lummi Reservation and come to Birch Bay to shoot them off. It’s not uncommon for people to spend $5,000 to $10,000 on fireworks, Thiessen says. “Birch Bay gets overwhelmed […]
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- Church planting continues to be a crucial area of ministry for USMB. Studies show churches are the most effective way to bring more people into the family of God. Partnering with local churches, districts, USMB and Multiply to plant churches, is not just a good thing to do, we must do it.Read More
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- USMB is actively involved in helping provide our churches with dynamic ideas, resources and programs for encouraging people to become fully-devoted followers of Jesus. Jesus said, “Go and make disciples….” We strive to facilitate that profound command. READ MORE about Disciple-making.Read More
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CORD
CORD. USMB is committed to partnering with immigrant congregations. In a world where more than 270 million people are on the move, migration provides an opportunity for our USMB family to consider the mission of the Church. Increasingly, the mission is on U.S. soil. The CORD acronym describes USMB’s partnership with immigrant churches:
- Connecting immigrant churches to resources and other congregations within our MB family.
- Organizing and assisting with establishing a stable place of worship.
- Retooling through biblical training and educational resources centered around our USMB Confession of Faith.
- Developing pastors and key leaders capable of shepherding a healthy church.
Click here for more information or contact Terry Hunt, CORD Committee chair.
Training
Leadership Pipeline
Leadership Pipeline identifies, invests in and empowers leaders for vocational ministry by providing members with paid ministry internships, free leadership training and connection with local internship possibilities.
Churches and other faith-based organization are also invited to join the Leadership Pipeline. Members will be connected with potential intern candidates and help to prepare for a successful internship experience. Visit www.leaderpipeline.net to learn more.
Coaching
LEAD Coaching Program
LEAD Coaching is an intentional, ongoing life-on-life relationship that empowers the person being coached to realize their full potential, purpose, confidence, courage, joy and vocational accomplishment.
Trained coaches are skilled at listening, asking powerful questions, defining goals, helping you develop relevant action plans and providing the accountability and support for you to succeed.
Watch this short video, or click here for more information or to download the brochure.
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