Missionize with the Missions Guys

Clint and Dr. Sam talk about intercessory prayer and books that have helped in their practicing of prayer. They also think through some of the suggestions from Chuck Lawless about interceding from a missional perspective. Here are links to the different articles referenced in the show: https://chucklawless.com/category/prayerwalking/ https://www.absc.org/resources/serve-local-prayer-walking-guide Email sroberts@absc.org to request “Taking Prayer to the Streets” and “Praying for my FRANs”. Want to win your very own Missionize coffee mug? Send your book recommendations on prayer to missionize@absc.org to be entered into the drawing!

This episdoe features our very own Dr. Rex Horne. In this episode, Dr. Horne and the Missions Guys sit down to discuss several church trends heading into the new year. Dr. Horne has served in a variety of roles as pastor, university president, and now as the Executive Director of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. If you would like to explore the articles that were referenced: churchanswers.com/blog/five-reasons-why-2025-will-be-a-pivotal-year-for-many-churches/ careynieuwhof.com/church-trends-2025/

You might be surprised to know that your 'small' church is actually a fairly normal sized group. Clint and Dr. Sam sit down to discuss the benefits of 'normative-side' churches and how they play key roles in the Kingdom of God.

In this special episode, Clint and Dr. Sam have compiled a "wish list" from various missionaries. As you listen along to each of the requests, you can use this as an opportunity to pray for them. Have a Merry Christmas! We'll be starting the new year with more episodes from the Missions Guys. Stay tuned!

This episode, Cliff Case reflects on his journey into missions and shares some God-stories with Clint and Dr. Sam. Cliff and his wife are missionaries for the IMB.

In this episode, we want to turn our hearts toward giving thanks. Tune in to hear from Arkansas Baptists as they share their gratitude for many testimonies and provisions from the Lord!

As a pastor, you can expect every 7 to 10 years to encounter a major local, national or world crisis that will test your church. In this episode, Clint and Sam sit down with Pastor Fred Luter of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church and discuss his experience of Hurricane Katrina in August of 2005 and how it affected the church. Pastor Fred Luter, Jr., former President of the Southern Baptist Convention, is the Senior Pastor at Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, Louisiana. Pastor Luter says that Franklin Avenue’s mission statement is simple: To spiritually impact our families, neighborhoods, city, and state by Exalting the Savior, Equipping the Saints, and Evangelizing the Sinners. You can read more about Pastor Fred Luter here: https://www.franklinabc.com/about/our-pastor

Takeaways from One Day: 1. The ministries can be duplicated in any church.   2. The impact of cooperation.   3. The importance of knowing your community and being creative to meet needs.   4. The importance of intentional evangelism.   5. People still respond to the Gospel. It remains Good News.   6. Arkansas Baptists are great people.

Bill Newton joins Clint and Dr. Sam to discuss ways to engage and empower the next generation in their ministry giftings. If you would like to learn more, you can connect with Bill Newton at bnewton@absc.org. Bill is the Next Gen and Discipleship Strategist for the Arkansas Baptist State Convention.   Link to original article: https://chucklawless.com/2023/10/10-steps-to-raising-up-and-calling-out-the-next-generation-of-gospel-workers/

The Missions Guys sit down with fellow team member Steve Lasiter as he shares about his role on the team and different ways for your church to be connected with missions efforts around our state, nation and world.

The fall season is a great time to connect with your local community. In this episode of Missionize, Clint and Dr. Sam present several different ways you and your church can 'build bridges' during this time.

When our small groups become too inwardly focused, what should we do? Join Clint and Dr. Sam as they examine 7 practical steps to help turn your group’s focus outward.   Link to the article by Chuck Lawless: https://chucklawless.com/2024/03/7-ways-to-turn-your-small-group-in-an-outward-direction/

When we think about missions discipleship, do we think of curriculum or of relationship? Clint and Dr. Sam sit down with Travis McCormick and Debbie Moore of the Missions Team to discuss missions discipleship.   Travis McCormick is the Men & Boy's Missions Strategist for the Missions Team and Debbie Moore is the WMU Executive Director.

Clint and Dr. Sam expound on a talking point in last episode's discussion about a globally-minded church. No matter the size of your church, there are ways to budget for - and become involved in global missions. If you would ever want more information, don't hesitate to give us a call!

Sam Roberts and Clint Ritchie dive into ten different characteristics that are found in globally minded churches. Get ready for some helpful perspectives, relatable commentary and fresh insight!

In this episode, Sam Roberts and Clint Ritchie continue their talk with Jeff Gin about fulfilling God's missional call. Jeff Ginn serves as the vice president for mobilization at the International Mission Board. This is just half of their conversation. Listen to last week's part one if you missed it!

In this episode, Sam Roberts and Clint Ritchie talk with Jeff Ginn about fulfilling God's missional call. Jeff Ginn serves as the vice president for mobilization at the International Mission Board. This is just half of their conversation. Stay tuned for next week's part two!

In this episode, Sam and Clint talk with Sandy Wisdom-Martin, the executive director of Woman's Missionary Union. They discuss the vitality of laypeople praying for missionaries on the field and how support from God's people really does matter! Sandy also talks about God's provision and His love for every individual.

In this episode, Sam and Clint sit down with Jamie Naramore to talk about ministering to the nations right here in Arkansas! Jamie currently serves as a Cross-Cultural Strategist for the Church Planting Team of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention.

In this episode, Sam and Clint talk with Brandon Moore about how sports impact our churches. Brandon serves as BCM Campus Minister in Conway. The three discuss sports from the persepctive of parents and ministers. As a formal baseball player, Brandon showcases the wonderful missions opportunity that athletes can use to engage their teams with the Gospel.