Fall/Winter 2019
Why Study Theology
There are several reasons why the study of theology is essential. In this part 1 of 12 series on Rooted, several reasons for studying theology are discussed. […]
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Feature Article
State Fellowships Meet All Across the Country
An integral part of the health of the Baptist Bible Fellowship is in the health of the state and regional fellowships. Many states meet monthly. Some have moved to hosting a combination of state-wide meetings, regional within their state, and regional, including several states. In the month of October, several states have had very successful meetings. Some featured guests from outside their state, others included speakers from within their state and one experimented in hosting an online meeting. […]
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Town Hall Meeting Report by BBFI President, Tim Adrian
A recap of the town hall meeting held during the September 2019 National Fellowship Meeting. […]
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BBFI September 2019 National Meeting
The fall meeting of the Baptist Bible Fellowship International was held September 16-18 at Oak Hill Baptist Church in Somerset, KY. Gary Phelps, his staff, and the entire church worked extremely hard to prepare for the […]
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Great Meeting in Kentucky – President’s Report
Pastor Gary Phelps and the people of Oak Hill Baptist did a tremendous job welcoming the Baptist Bible Fellowship to Somerset. It was clear from the very first minute of our arrival this would be […]
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Thank You For Coming to Somerset, KY
What a privilege Oak Hill Baptist Church had this year in hosting the National Baptist Bible Fellowship fall meeting. It was such a blessing to see the collective effort of not only our church staff […]
Children's Ministry
How to Pray for Children and Teenagers at Summer Camp
This is the time of year when many students are going away to summer camp with various church groups. As they go, it is important that they are encouraged and supported by our prayers. Today […]
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WHY MANY ARE NOT LEAVING
Over the years I have fielded many questions from those outside of our ministry. This is probably due to my overactive social media presence, a few controversial blogs, and a ministry style that is a […]
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BBFI Missionaries Paul and Meagan Hopkins Arrive in Peru
After more than three years of deputation, missionaries Paul and Meagan Hopkins, along with their three children, arrived in Lima, Peru on June 11, 2019. When asked how he felt, Paul replied, “Thankful.” He went […]
Church News
Gentle Shepherd Baptist Church Celebrates its 22nd Anniversary
Elmer Towns calls it the “atmospheric presence of God.” It was that kind of Sunday for the congregation of Gentle Shepherd Baptist Church on June 9, 2019. In April 1997, a handful of people met […]