By Ben Brown Frankfort, Kentucky, sits about 400 miles north and west of Atlanta, Georgia; but these two communities are connected by more than just Interstate 75. The drive takes about seven hours, but missions between two CBF churches: First Baptist Church of Frankfort and Johns Creek Baptist Church in Alpharetta, Georgia, connects these two … Continue reading
By Macarena Aldape The Bible clearly tells us that our plans are not God’s plans and that God’s plans are better and of higher purpose. We are also reminded that God has a plan for us, to prosper us. So why do we fall so often into self-pity parties? We returned to the U.S. for … Continue reading
By Melody Harrell Karen Alford makes people well. As Cooperative Baptist Fellowship field personnel in Vogan, West Africa, Karen’s training as a nurse practitioner is not only a credential, it is a calling. As she dispenses medication, she also dispenses education about how our bodies work, how recovery happens, how patients can bring their own … Continue reading
Those who love and advocate for CBF don’t expect recognition or awards. That’s what makes it so satisfying to honor a CBF Advocate of the year. They are genuinely surprised and humbled by the honor. This year at the CBF Advocate breakfast, we gave the second annual CBF Advocate of the Year award to Dick … Continue reading