by Dr. Bill Bright | Jul 8, 2022 | Blog
Have you heard of the four spiritual laws? Just as there are physical laws that govern the physical universe, so are there spiritual laws that govern your relationship with God. The first spiritual law is that “God loves you and has a wonderful plan for your...
by Jamie Henderson | May 4, 2023 | International Missions
CrossNet Baptist Network is planning a trip to Guatemala in October from the 5th to the 12th. This will be an associational-wide trip, and we hope it will be the beginning of a partnership with the people and churches of Guatemala. Pastor Joe White will be leading our...
by Jamie Henderson | Mar 8, 2023 | Blog
The Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home Chattanooga campus Commissary is in need of having their shelves restocked. They currently need: Breakfast items: cereal granola protein bars etc. Condiments: mayonnaise mustard ranch dressing Canned pasta: ravioli...
by Eric Atkins | Feb 6, 2023 | Blog, Resources
Did you know that a study by Lifeway Research revealed that 90% of pastors are stressed about money? [1] And that was in 2015! We’ve experienced so much since then, but I wouldn’t be surprised if that number is still the same. Let’s be honest, for...
by Jamie Henderson | Jan 16, 2023 | Blog
Originally published in the Baptist and Reflector I do not believe that Jesus expects us to sacrifice our families, sanity or health on the altar of ministry. Too many ministers unfortunately work themselves in that direction, but that’s counter to what Jesus...
by Jamie Henderson | Jan 6, 2023 | Blog
Free Tax Assistance for area residents by our VITA staff! Appointments are now being taken for Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings between January 26 and February 25. (More appointments will be available in early February or March!) Call 423-476-5493 for an...
by CrossNet Baptist Network | Dec 28, 2022 | Blog
Download Press Release (PDF) Give Online Mail checks to:CrossNet Baptist NetworkDillard Family2707 North Ocoee Street Cleveland, TN 37312In person:Drop off checks at the above address after January 3, 2023. Dear Friend in Christ,Many of you know about the tragic...
by Phil Taylor | Nov 22, 2022 | Blog
The first words of prayer ought to be words of thanksgiving and praise. This is the place true prayer begins. While we often use the words interchangeably, this is probably a distinction to be drawn between praise and thanksgiving. Thanksgiving is expressing gratitude...
by Phil Taylor | Nov 4, 2022 | Blog
World champion marathon runner Robert de Castella said, “Running well is a matter of having the patience to persevere when you are tired and not expecting instant results. The only secret is that it is consistent, often monotonous, boring, hard work. And it is...
by Jamie Henderson | Oct 19, 2022 | Blog
By: Roger S. Oldham, Pastor Engagement Specialist, Tennessee Baptist Mission Board Originally published in the Baptist & Reflector According to the Hallmark Corporate website, October was established as Clergy Appreciation Month in 1992, with the second Sunday set...
by Phil Taylor | Sep 22, 2022 | Blog
Sometimes I find myself out in the community and someone says, “Hello, Phil,” and I recognize their face. In those instances, the name and the church where I met this person elude me. The first thing that comes to mind, however, is that I hope I showed an...
