One Mission Podcast Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:02:30 -0400 https://alsbom.org en © 2026 One Mission Podcast yes 90fc7991-81b4-5d20-96ad-7406b18c3296 Alabama Baptist SBOM episodic false The One Mission Podcast is hosted by Dr. Rick Lance, executive director of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. In this podcast, we'll talk about issues related to church ministry. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Alabama Baptist SBOM https://storage.buzzsprout.com/exz1rxndr7wss0jitcfxymrgvpyi?.jpg One Mission Podcast https://alsbom.org Buddy Gray - One Mission Podcast Buddy Gray - One Mission Podcast Buddy Gray, longtime pastor at Hunter Street Baptist Church, joins Rick Lance for a conversation on longevity in ministry. Two men who have spent decades in their positions and as pastors, reflect on the lessons Buddy has learned through his 40 years as Senior Pastor at Hunter Street. He shares some of the story of how Hunter Street is what it is today, tips to longevity, his staff philosophy, deacons at Hunter Street, and more. A listener young in ministry or experienced in ministry will be so encouraged. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Buddy Gray, longtime pastor at Hunter Street Baptist Church, joins Rick Lance for a conversation on longevity in ministry. Two men who have spent decades in their positions and as pastors, reflect on the lessons Buddy has learned through his 40 years as Senior Pastor at Hunter Street. He shares some of the story of how Hunter Street is what it is today, tips to longevity, his staff philosophy, deacons at Hunter Street, and more. A listener young in ministry or experienced in ministry will be so encouraged. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-18380054 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0600 2069 full false Tony Wolfe - One Mission Tony Wolfe - One Mission Dr. Tony Wolfe, Executive Director-Treasurer of the South Carolina Baptist Convention, joins Dr. Lance for our next reflection on leadership with an emphasis on the Cooperative Program (freshly following Dr. Wolfe's outstanding convention sermon). He shares his testimony and background then quickly the discussion turns to a brief reflection on the Cooperative Program. 

The details you certainly don't want to miss are Tony's sharing of the leadership lessons he's already learned through his positions of leadership.

  1. Language creates culture.
  2. Don't avoid hard conversations.
  3. Don't come off the wall. (Nehemiah Principle)

The conversation concludes in regular One Mission fashion, how you can be praying for Dr. Wolfe.

  1. His family through pouring into the next generation.
  2. Fulfill the potential God places in front of him.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Tony Wolfe, Executive Director-Treasurer of the South Carolina Baptist Convention, joins Dr. Lance for our next reflection on leadership with an emphasis on the Cooperative Program (freshly following Dr. Wolfe's outstanding convention sermon). He shares his testimony and background then quickly the discussion turns to a brief reflection on the Cooperative Program. 

The details you certainly don't want to miss are Tony's sharing of the leadership lessons he's already learned through his positions of leadership.

  1. Language creates culture.
  2. Don't avoid hard conversations.
  3. Don't come off the wall. (Nehemiah Principle)

The conversation concludes in regular One Mission fashion, how you can be praying for Dr. Wolfe.

  1. His family through pouring into the next generation.
  2. Fulfill the potential God places in front of him.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-17403295 Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1785 full false Kristy Kennedy - One Mission Kristy Kennedy - One Mission Kristy Kennedy, State Missionary in Associational Missions and Church Planting, joins Dr. Lance on the podcast to discuss her focus areas, including ESL ministries, Deaf ministries, hunger ministries, and more! You'll get a glimpse into the needs and challenges around the state you may not have known that Kristy's ministry works to meet all year. Pray for the wisdom she needs to do her work and share the gospel.

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]]> Kristy Kennedy, State Missionary in Associational Missions and Church Planting, joins Dr. Lance on the podcast to discuss her focus areas, including ESL ministries, Deaf ministries, hunger ministries, and more! You'll get a glimpse into the needs and challenges around the state you may not have known that Kristy's ministry works to meet all year. Pray for the wisdom she needs to do her work and share the gospel.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-17178259 Sat, 17 May 2025 07:00:00 -0500 1286 full false Don Barger - One Mission Don Barger - One Mission Don Barger, Director of Innovation and Artificial Intelligence at the International Mission Board (IMB), joins Dr. Lance to discuss AI in Ministry and plug the ALSBOM conference with the same name, AI in Ministry: The What, Why, and How of Artificial Intelligence (AI). You'll hear his background and what brought him to where he is today, his definition of AI, how he is leading the IMB to incorporate AI, inspiration for the use of AI in ministry, some ethical land mines to avoid, and some ways you can pray for him in this season of his ministry.

He mentions a tool you can use for Christian based discussion with an AI chatbot - faithbot.io and you can find the event mentioned and other resources here - alsbom.org/ai

If you would like to directly register for the AI in Ministry event on May 8, 9am to 3pm at Taylor Road Baptist Church in Montgomery, click here.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Don Barger, Director of Innovation and Artificial Intelligence at the International Mission Board (IMB), joins Dr. Lance to discuss AI in Ministry and plug the ALSBOM conference with the same name, AI in Ministry: The What, Why, and How of Artificial Intelligence (AI). You'll hear his background and what brought him to where he is today, his definition of AI, how he is leading the IMB to incorporate AI, inspiration for the use of AI in ministry, some ethical land mines to avoid, and some ways you can pray for him in this season of his ministry.

He mentions a tool you can use for Christian based discussion with an AI chatbot - faithbot.io and you can find the event mentioned and other resources here - alsbom.org/ai

If you would like to directly register for the AI in Ministry event on May 8, 9am to 3pm at Taylor Road Baptist Church in Montgomery, click here.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Buzzsprout-16820063 Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:00:00 -0500 1574 full false Special Feature: The Simple Gospel Special Feature: The Simple Gospel State Missionary Daniel Edmonds, Director of the Office of Sunday School and Discipleship, speaks with Lawrence Phipps, Pastor at First Baptist Gulf Shores, about one of the tools you can use in accord with Engage316. The Simple Gospel is a card that originates with Lawrence's It's Life Ministry and is a simple tool to help share the Gospel with neighbors. 

As an Alabama Baptist church, you can take advantage of a partnership between this ministry and our Evangelism Office under Rob Jackson. Visit itslifeministry.com/316 for special pricing to use this tool for your evangelistic emphasis leading up to March 16th and beyond. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> State Missionary Daniel Edmonds, Director of the Office of Sunday School and Discipleship, speaks with Lawrence Phipps, Pastor at First Baptist Gulf Shores, about one of the tools you can use in accord with Engage316. The Simple Gospel is a card that originates with Lawrence's It's Life Ministry and is a simple tool to help share the Gospel with neighbors. 

As an Alabama Baptist church, you can take advantage of a partnership between this ministry and our Evangelism Office under Rob Jackson. Visit itslifeministry.com/316 for special pricing to use this tool for your evangelistic emphasis leading up to March 16th and beyond. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-16666655 Tue, 25 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1847 full false Brent Leatherwood - One Mission Brent Leatherwood - One Mission Brent Leatherwood, president of the Ethics and Religious Liberties Commission (ERLC) of the Southern Baptist Convention, joins Dr. Lance for a conversation about the ministry of the ERLC. You'll learn more about Brent and his family and how to pray for him, but also about one of the many issues the ERLC is currently dealing with on the SBC's behalf in the public square.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Brent Leatherwood, president of the Ethics and Religious Liberties Commission (ERLC) of the Southern Baptist Convention, joins Dr. Lance for a conversation about the ministry of the ERLC. You'll learn more about Brent and his family and how to pray for him, but also about one of the many issues the ERLC is currently dealing with on the SBC's behalf in the public square.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-16660932 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1490 full false Mark Wakefield and Disaster Relief - One Mission Mark Wakefield and Disaster Relief - One Mission Mark Wakefield, your Disaster Relief Strategist, joins Dr. Lance to recap some of the work our volunteers were able to accomplish last Fall in the wake of Hurricane Helene, provide you with a glimpse into the ministry of Disaster Relief, and discuss the ongoing fires in LA (as of Jan 15). You'll hear lessons Mark has learned in his years leading disaster relief and how you can be a part of the Disaster Relief ministry. Mark discusses how you can partner with the Disaster Relief Ministry as a trained volunteer, becoming trained, or through your donations. This is a great episode to see how the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions partners with the volunteers of Disaster Relief, get an inside look of the ministry, and how you can actually make a difference in the disasters you see on the news.

Find upcoming trainings or learn more about Disaster Relief at sbdr.org

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Mark Wakefield, your Disaster Relief Strategist, joins Dr. Lance to recap some of the work our volunteers were able to accomplish last Fall in the wake of Hurricane Helene, provide you with a glimpse into the ministry of Disaster Relief, and discuss the ongoing fires in LA (as of Jan 15). You'll hear lessons Mark has learned in his years leading disaster relief and how you can be a part of the Disaster Relief ministry. Mark discusses how you can partner with the Disaster Relief Ministry as a trained volunteer, becoming trained, or through your donations. This is a great episode to see how the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions partners with the volunteers of Disaster Relief, get an inside look of the ministry, and how you can actually make a difference in the disasters you see on the news.

Find upcoming trainings or learn more about Disaster Relief at sbdr.org

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-16485906 Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0600 1633 full false Clint Pressley - One Mission Clint Pressley - One Mission Pastor Clint Pressley, the current Southern Baptist Convention President, joins Dr. Lance for a conversation that will help you get to know Clint and learn how he leads his church, Hickory Grove Baptist Church. This episode covers his testimony, call to ministry, family, SBC Meeting in Dallas, how he maintains health, and his weekly schedules. You will also hear from Dr. Lance as he reflects on the importance of biographies in the growth of a leader and who has helped provided him insight as a leader. One of the most important things you'll learn is how to pray for our president.

  • Pray for:
    • Holiness and protection as he walks with the Lord.
    • God would provide Clint wisdom as he shares about Southern Baptists and the Gospel.
    • Clint to be able to balance his commitment to the presidency and his church so that he might have the ability to prepare well for both responsibilities.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Pastor Clint Pressley, the current Southern Baptist Convention President, joins Dr. Lance for a conversation that will help you get to know Clint and learn how he leads his church, Hickory Grove Baptist Church. This episode covers his testimony, call to ministry, family, SBC Meeting in Dallas, how he maintains health, and his weekly schedules. You will also hear from Dr. Lance as he reflects on the importance of biographies in the growth of a leader and who has helped provided him insight as a leader. One of the most important things you'll learn is how to pray for our president.

  • Pray for:
    • Holiness and protection as he walks with the Lord.
    • God would provide Clint wisdom as he shares about Southern Baptists and the Gospel.
    • Clint to be able to balance his commitment to the presidency and his church so that he might have the ability to prepare well for both responsibilities.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-15987206 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1586 full false Summer Missions and College Ministry - One Mission Summer Missions and College Ministry - One Mission Dr. Lance is joined by two state missionaries on this episode of One Mission. Chris Mills, student missions mobilizer and Ben Edfeldt, office director of the Collegiate & Student Ministries office share some stories illustrating the importance of college ministry and collegiate missions. Chris begins with some stories from some of the collegiate summer missionaries and Ben shares afterwards about some of the things happening with Baptist Campus Ministries on our college campuses around Alabama. You'll be encouraged as you hear stories illustrating how God is moving in the lives of college students. You'll also be challenged to pray for Ben and Chris and their ministries.

To learn more about a recent initiative with regular prayer needs expressed for collegiate ministries, visit Cultivate.

To learn more about summer missions or get involved visit OneMission Students.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Lance is joined by two state missionaries on this episode of One Mission. Chris Mills, student missions mobilizer and Ben Edfeldt, office director of the Collegiate & Student Ministries office share some stories illustrating the importance of college ministry and collegiate missions. Chris begins with some stories from some of the collegiate summer missionaries and Ben shares afterwards about some of the things happening with Baptist Campus Ministries on our college campuses around Alabama. You'll be encouraged as you hear stories illustrating how God is moving in the lives of college students. You'll also be challenged to pray for Ben and Chris and their ministries.

To learn more about a recent initiative with regular prayer needs expressed for collegiate ministries, visit Cultivate.

To learn more about summer missions or get involved visit OneMission Students.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-15981067 Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1735 full false Craig Carlisle, Convention 2024 - One Mission Craig Carlisle, Convention 2024 - One Mission Craig joins Dr. Lance for a conversation reflecting on his year as president and previews some things you'll see at this year's convention meeting.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Craig joins Dr. Lance for a conversation reflecting on his year as president and previews some things you'll see at this year's convention meeting.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-15803210 Tue, 24 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1722 full false Kevin Blackwell - One Mission Kevin Blackwell - One Mission Dr. Kevin Blackwell joins the podcast to discuss an extremely important topic for ministry today, calling out the called. There is a shortage of laborers for God's kingdom and Kevin, through his leadership of the Ministry Training Institute of Samford, is looking to help remedy that shortage. Additionally, he serves on a committee working in partnership with the State Board of Missions looking to remedy this lack of those available to fill church positions in additional ways. He joins Dr. Lance to discuss this issue and more that will give you a glimpse into what will be revealed in more detail at our State Convention meeting in November. 

Listen in as you learn more about Dr. Blackwell, his tenured service to Alabama Baptists and Samford, and his efforts to grow future ministry leaders across the state.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Kevin Blackwell joins the podcast to discuss an extremely important topic for ministry today, calling out the called. There is a shortage of laborers for God's kingdom and Kevin, through his leadership of the Ministry Training Institute of Samford, is looking to help remedy that shortage. Additionally, he serves on a committee working in partnership with the State Board of Missions looking to remedy this lack of those available to fill church positions in additional ways. He joins Dr. Lance to discuss this issue and more that will give you a glimpse into what will be revealed in more detail at our State Convention meeting in November. 

Listen in as you learn more about Dr. Blackwell, his tenured service to Alabama Baptists and Samford, and his efforts to grow future ministry leaders across the state.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-15613886 Thu, 22 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1516 full false Convention Episode: ARITF - Kris Buckman and Brad Eubank Convention Episode: ARITF - Kris Buckman and Brad Eubank This episode of One Mission Podcast is a special report from the SBC Abuse Reform Implementation Task Force (ARITF) members Kris Buckman and Brad Eubank. You'll receive a brief introduction to them and get a summary of the materials the task force plans to present from the stage and in the exhibit hall at the 2024 Southern Baptist Convention to help our churches respond and prevent abuse.  Listen in to learn how you can also pray for them as they finish their work out in the next few days. This is a great opportunity to connect to their important work.

Ministry Check | SBC Churches (sbcabuseprevention.com)

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> This episode of One Mission Podcast is a special report from the SBC Abuse Reform Implementation Task Force (ARITF) members Kris Buckman and Brad Eubank. You'll receive a brief introduction to them and get a summary of the materials the task force plans to present from the stage and in the exhibit hall at the 2024 Southern Baptist Convention to help our churches respond and prevent abuse.  Listen in to learn how you can also pray for them as they finish their work out in the next few days. This is a great opportunity to connect to their important work.

Ministry Check | SBC Churches (sbcabuseprevention.com)

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-15170667 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1731 full false Scott Pace - One Mission Scott Pace - One Mission Dr. Scott Pace, Provost, Professor of Preaching and Pastoral Ministry at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins Dr. Lance for a discussion on "calling out the called". The discussion begins with an overview of the challenge that is facing our Southern Baptist Churches in the need of people for taking up the positions available in our churches. Including full-time, part-time and bi-vocational roles. They transition from that aspect to discuss his book by the same name, co-authored with Shane Pruitt, but also many of Scott's other works, Expositional Leadership and his very practical, Preaching By the Book. They also advertise the forthcoming, Handbook of Contemporary Preaching. Rick and Scott also bond over their love for Alexander Maclaren and his practical approach to preaching.

Finally, Scott teases his preparation for the Called event coming up August for those feeling called into ministry, as we try to help meet the ever-growing needs mentioned prior.

You can pray for Scott as he asks for prayers for wisdom as he looks to follow God's leading through his life.

Link list:

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Scott Pace, Provost, Professor of Preaching and Pastoral Ministry at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins Dr. Lance for a discussion on "calling out the called". The discussion begins with an overview of the challenge that is facing our Southern Baptist Churches in the need of people for taking up the positions available in our churches. Including full-time, part-time and bi-vocational roles. They transition from that aspect to discuss his book by the same name, co-authored with Shane Pruitt, but also many of Scott's other works, Expositional Leadership and his very practical, Preaching By the Book. They also advertise the forthcoming, Handbook of Contemporary Preaching. Rick and Scott also bond over their love for Alexander Maclaren and his practical approach to preaching.

Finally, Scott teases his preparation for the Called event coming up August for those feeling called into ministry, as we try to help meet the ever-growing needs mentioned prior.

You can pray for Scott as he asks for prayers for wisdom as he looks to follow God's leading through his life.

Link list:

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Buzzsprout-15120539 Thu, 23 May 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1621 full false Mark Gainey - One Mission Mark Gainey - One Mission Mark Gainey visits Dr. Lance for this episode of One Mission Podcast. Both a pastor at First Fultondale and State Missionary at the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, among many other pursuits, his time on the show involves discipleship in the local church.

He shares elements you'll definitely want to tune in for:
- His testimony and call to the pastorate
- A personal illustration on his passion and how he has implemented discipleship
- His work on discipleship as a State Missionary serving the local church
- Favorite influences on discipleship
- Disciple Making Toolbox, his most recent book
- An encouragement to pastors/layleaders on discipleship

Helpful content links:
Disciple-Making Toolbox
4 Invitations
Church Leadership Podcast
Pop Faith Podcast

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Mark Gainey visits Dr. Lance for this episode of One Mission Podcast. Both a pastor at First Fultondale and State Missionary at the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, among many other pursuits, his time on the show involves discipleship in the local church.

He shares elements you'll definitely want to tune in for:
- His testimony and call to the pastorate
- A personal illustration on his passion and how he has implemented discipleship
- His work on discipleship as a State Missionary serving the local church
- Favorite influences on discipleship
- Disciple Making Toolbox, his most recent book
- An encouragement to pastors/layleaders on discipleship

Helpful content links:
Disciple-Making Toolbox
4 Invitations
Church Leadership Podcast
Pop Faith Podcast

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Buzzsprout-14872027 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1653 full false Albert Mohler - One Mission Albert Mohler - One Mission Dr. Albert Mohler, the president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins Dr. Lance on his podcast. Dr. Mohler shares his testimony and call to ministry to begin a dialogue between them on Christian leadership. You'll also learn about the love for Winston Churchill they share and how he is an inspiration to both non-Christian and Christians as well as principles for healthy Christian leadership. You'll encounter so many nuggets of wisdom and encouragements throughout their conversation.

Find out more information about these mentioned:
The Briefing
The Conviction to Lead
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Boyce College

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Albert Mohler, the president of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins Dr. Lance on his podcast. Dr. Mohler shares his testimony and call to ministry to begin a dialogue between them on Christian leadership. You'll also learn about the love for Winston Churchill they share and how he is an inspiration to both non-Christian and Christians as well as principles for healthy Christian leadership. You'll encounter so many nuggets of wisdom and encouragements throughout their conversation.

Find out more information about these mentioned:
The Briefing
The Conviction to Lead
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Boyce College

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-14691637 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0500 1845 full false Jeff Iorg - One Mission Jeff Iorg - One Mission Dr. Jeff Iorg, president of Gateway Seminary, joins Dr. Rick Lance on the podcast to discuss leadership. A subject Dr. Iorg is well known for due to things like his Lead On podcast, he and Rick dive deeply into their preferred descriptions and understandings of leadership in a way that will surely encourage you as you consider how you are a leader in your own life. You also get the chance to hear how Jeff decided to accept the Lord as his savior from a difficult background and, through years of discipleship, grew into his place of service now as the president of Gateway Seminary. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Jeff Iorg, president of Gateway Seminary, joins Dr. Rick Lance on the podcast to discuss leadership. A subject Dr. Iorg is well known for due to things like his Lead On podcast, he and Rick dive deeply into their preferred descriptions and understandings of leadership in a way that will surely encourage you as you consider how you are a leader in your own life. You also get the chance to hear how Jeff decided to accept the Lord as his savior from a difficult background and, through years of discipleship, grew into his place of service now as the president of Gateway Seminary. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-14596778 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1543 full false Rob Jackson - One Mission Rob Jackson - One Mission Dr. Lance is joined by Rob Jackson, the new director of evangelism and church revitalization. Rob shares his calling and journey to the State Board of Missions to start but quickly joins Rick in a discussion about church revitalization, church health and evangelism. He casts his vision for his new position and how these subjects intertwine and work together to impact churches as they try to always be about the calling God has given them. You'll hear about the process Rob is leading to help guide churches to better health including, Empower. Rob also casts the vision for 'reach more in 24' and how churches might try to reverse the trend of plateauing and declining churches after the season of COVID.

A summary of their discussion is that churches need to return to the basics of Christian living and just naturally share their lives with others to help lead the lost to an understanding of Jesus as savior and Lord. Sharing the Gospel, evangelism, is an innate call of every Christian and it must be the foundation of all our work. The work's continuation is discipleship once they become new believers.

Celebrate with the State Board of Missions and learn of Rob's new leadership as you hear these things firsthand and call on the State Board of Missions as a partner in the work of evangelism, the first and foundational work of all Christians.

alsbom.org

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Lance is joined by Rob Jackson, the new director of evangelism and church revitalization. Rob shares his calling and journey to the State Board of Missions to start but quickly joins Rick in a discussion about church revitalization, church health and evangelism. He casts his vision for his new position and how these subjects intertwine and work together to impact churches as they try to always be about the calling God has given them. You'll hear about the process Rob is leading to help guide churches to better health including, Empower. Rob also casts the vision for 'reach more in 24' and how churches might try to reverse the trend of plateauing and declining churches after the season of COVID.

A summary of their discussion is that churches need to return to the basics of Christian living and just naturally share their lives with others to help lead the lost to an understanding of Jesus as savior and Lord. Sharing the Gospel, evangelism, is an innate call of every Christian and it must be the foundation of all our work. The work's continuation is discipleship once they become new believers.

Celebrate with the State Board of Missions and learn of Rob's new leadership as you hear these things firsthand and call on the State Board of Missions as a partner in the work of evangelism, the first and foundational work of all Christians.

alsbom.org

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Buzzsprout-14594837 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 05:00:00 -0600 1461 full false Craig Carlisle - One Mission Craig Carlisle - One Mission Craig Carlisle, Director of Missions at the Etowah Baptist Association, joins Dr. Lance for this episode to discuss his newly elected role of president of the Alabama Baptist State Convention. You'll get to know him more as he shares about his background and family, but also you'll learn his dream for what being the president will look like. As the historically first elected Director of Missions as president he is excited about leaning into that experience to inform his tenure as president.

In the episode you'll hear about one of the newest resources available to Alabama Baptists, safe.alsbom.org a work he helped chair and bring to life during his time with the Sexual Abuse Advisory Task Force.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Craig Carlisle, Director of Missions at the Etowah Baptist Association, joins Dr. Lance for this episode to discuss his newly elected role of president of the Alabama Baptist State Convention. You'll get to know him more as he shares about his background and family, but also you'll learn his dream for what being the president will look like. As the historically first elected Director of Missions as president he is excited about leaning into that experience to inform his tenure as president.

In the episode you'll hear about one of the newest resources available to Alabama Baptists, safe.alsbom.org a work he helped chair and bring to life during his time with the Sexual Abuse Advisory Task Force.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-14149242 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 1633 full false Scotty Goldman and Drew Moss - One Mission Scotty Goldman and Drew Moss - One Mission In the December spirit of Lottie Moon, Dr. Lance is joined by Scotty Goldman, director of Global Missions, and one of our Alabama Missionaries, Drew Moss. Drew's family, journey to becoming a missionary, and current work take center stage in this episode. You'll be informed by the state of the work in England and the partnership of the State Board and encouraged by the testimony of God's movement of the Spirit in the ministry of the Moss family.

a18c.org
The Global Missions website for connecting with other missionaries and growing in your own ministries. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> In the December spirit of Lottie Moon, Dr. Lance is joined by Scotty Goldman, director of Global Missions, and one of our Alabama Missionaries, Drew Moss. Drew's family, journey to becoming a missionary, and current work take center stage in this episode. You'll be informed by the state of the work in England and the partnership of the State Board and encouraged by the testimony of God's movement of the Spirit in the ministry of the Moss family.

a18c.org
The Global Missions website for connecting with other missionaries and growing in your own ministries. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-14125859 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0600 1863 full false Harrison Smith - One Mission Harrison Smith - One Mission Harrison Smith of Alliance Defending Freedom, joins Dr. Lance for a discussion on current political and legal issues confronting the church in America. Harrison provides 3 current topics that are here and coming soon that the American church is having to deal with. You might be surprised at some incoming challenges and it will help you to be informed as you prepare for possible challenges in your ministry.  Harrison also shares personally and Dr. Lance provides his perspective on our current culture.

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The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Harrison Smith of Alliance Defending Freedom, joins Dr. Lance for a discussion on current political and legal issues confronting the church in America. Harrison provides 3 current topics that are here and coming soon that the American church is having to deal with. You might be surprised at some incoming challenges and it will help you to be informed as you prepare for possible challenges in your ministry.  Harrison also shares personally and Dr. Lance provides his perspective on our current culture.

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]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-13933477 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1812 full false Lonette Berg - One Mission Lonette Berg - One Mission In this episode, Dr. Lance visits with Lonette Berg, Executive Director of the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission. He takes this opportunity to discuss with her, her personal background, the work of the historical commission, some funny stories from their time sharing with churches, reflections on retirement and the upcoming bicentennial celebration at the 2023 Alabama Baptist State Convention.

You'll be encouraged by the reflections Rick and Lonette share on retirement, their time shared together in front of many church and historic celebrations, and what it means to celebrate history. Lonette is such a well-loved figure in Alabama Baptist life. Get to know her more and celebrate her decades of service to the historical commission in this podcast episode.

Links:
Alabama Baptist Historical Commission
2023 Alabama Baptist Convention

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> In this episode, Dr. Lance visits with Lonette Berg, Executive Director of the Alabama Baptist Historical Commission. He takes this opportunity to discuss with her, her personal background, the work of the historical commission, some funny stories from their time sharing with churches, reflections on retirement and the upcoming bicentennial celebration at the 2023 Alabama Baptist State Convention.

You'll be encouraged by the reflections Rick and Lonette share on retirement, their time shared together in front of many church and historic celebrations, and what it means to celebrate history. Lonette is such a well-loved figure in Alabama Baptist life. Get to know her more and celebrate her decades of service to the historical commission in this podcast episode.

Links:
Alabama Baptist Historical Commission
2023 Alabama Baptist Convention

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-13851859 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1562 full false Patty Burns and Belinda Stroud - One Mission Patty Burns and Belinda Stroud - One Mission The State Missionaries over children and preschool ministries join Dr. Lance for a time of reflection on the impact of ministry to preschool and children. Belinda Stroud, Children's Specialist and Bible Drill Coordinator, shares some insight into her ministries and some stories that will move you with how God is using her efforts. Patty Burns, Preschool Ministry Specialist and VBS promoter, shares about her work with preschool ministries and some VBS numbers that demonstrate the power of the ministry in 2023. This includes Dr. Lance's own reflection on the power of VBS in helping him come to know the Lord and his commitment to Him ever since. The episode ends with Dr. Lance's reflection on the Myers-Mallory State Missions Offering and one of its namesakes Martha Myers. He demonstrates, through her ministry, how she is a shining example of the way preschool and children's ministries can impact a lifetime of service for the Lord.

KidzLink

Myers-Mallory

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> The State Missionaries over children and preschool ministries join Dr. Lance for a time of reflection on the impact of ministry to preschool and children. Belinda Stroud, Children's Specialist and Bible Drill Coordinator, shares some insight into her ministries and some stories that will move you with how God is using her efforts. Patty Burns, Preschool Ministry Specialist and VBS promoter, shares about her work with preschool ministries and some VBS numbers that demonstrate the power of the ministry in 2023. This includes Dr. Lance's own reflection on the power of VBS in helping him come to know the Lord and his commitment to Him ever since. The episode ends with Dr. Lance's reflection on the Myers-Mallory State Missions Offering and one of its namesakes Martha Myers. He demonstrates, through her ministry, how she is a shining example of the way preschool and children's ministries can impact a lifetime of service for the Lord.

KidzLink

Myers-Mallory

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Buzzsprout-13544123 Thu, 07 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1257 full false Greg Davis - One Mission Greg Davis - One Mission Greg Davis, President & Chief Executive Officer of Alabama Citizens Action Program (ALCAP), joins Rick Lance for a discussion about Greg's background and current work. 

You'll learn a little about Greg and what motivates him to the work, but this episode is also a great inside look about what is being done on behalf of Alabama Baptists with the Alabama legislature. Greg shares some current concerns and some future concerns Alabama Baptists might face. The conversation will also reflect on the leaders previous to Greg and the future of the ministry. You may find yourself motivated by this episode to the importance of the work and how being faithful Christians can contribute to its success.

You can pray for Greg and this work. He asks for wisdom and protection as he leads and travels throughout the state. You can also pray for more partners to help in the work. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Greg Davis, President & Chief Executive Officer of Alabama Citizens Action Program (ALCAP), joins Rick Lance for a discussion about Greg's background and current work. 

You'll learn a little about Greg and what motivates him to the work, but this episode is also a great inside look about what is being done on behalf of Alabama Baptists with the Alabama legislature. Greg shares some current concerns and some future concerns Alabama Baptists might face. The conversation will also reflect on the leaders previous to Greg and the future of the ministry. You may find yourself motivated by this episode to the importance of the work and how being faithful Christians can contribute to its success.

You can pray for Greg and this work. He asks for wisdom and protection as he leads and travels throughout the state. You can also pray for more partners to help in the work. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-13500431 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0500 1590 full false Bart Barber - One Mission Bart Barber - One Mission Dr. Bart Barber, pastor of First Baptist Church Farmersville and current President of the Southern Baptist Convention, joins Dr. Lance for a conversation reflecting on some elements of the most recent convention meeting of 2023 in New Orleans. They discuss his reflection on being the president of the Southern Baptist Convention, the Law Amendment, the task force being assembled on cooperation, the impact of the Cooperative Program and its focus of advancing the Gospel around the world. 

Praying for Bart, his family and church family:

  • First Baptist Farmersville, being able to effectively continue in ministry while their pastor serves as president.
  • His family as he is away with presidential responsibilities.
  • He would be led to the right people in his many appointments over various areas before the 2024 meeting.
  • Wisdom in general as he works through the many responsibilities of being president. 

Links:
First Baptist Farmersville
Alabama CP
Cooperative Program (CP)

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Bart Barber, pastor of First Baptist Church Farmersville and current President of the Southern Baptist Convention, joins Dr. Lance for a conversation reflecting on some elements of the most recent convention meeting of 2023 in New Orleans. They discuss his reflection on being the president of the Southern Baptist Convention, the Law Amendment, the task force being assembled on cooperation, the impact of the Cooperative Program and its focus of advancing the Gospel around the world. 

Praying for Bart, his family and church family:

  • First Baptist Farmersville, being able to effectively continue in ministry while their pastor serves as president.
  • His family as he is away with presidential responsibilities.
  • He would be led to the right people in his many appointments over various areas before the 2024 meeting.
  • Wisdom in general as he works through the many responsibilities of being president. 

Links:
First Baptist Farmersville
Alabama CP
Cooperative Program (CP)

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-13263850 Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1775 full false Ben Hayes - One Mission Ben Hayes - One Mission Dr. Ben Hayes pastor of First Baptist Church Dadeville joins Dr. Lance for a reflection on the recent tragedy in Dadeville, AL. You'll hear Dr. Hayes' testimony and journey with the community and church. The Lord used both of these to prepare him for the community's "9/11 moment." You'll be encouraged in this story by the Lord's providence in the faithfulness of His people, and how it can help prepare you for tragedies in your life or community, which we pray will never come. You'll also hear a model for leadership in crisis through details Ben shares as he handled the immediate fallout from the shooting. This episode is a unique combination of inspiration, reflection, and practical example that you'll surely benefit from. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Ben Hayes pastor of First Baptist Church Dadeville joins Dr. Lance for a reflection on the recent tragedy in Dadeville, AL. You'll hear Dr. Hayes' testimony and journey with the community and church. The Lord used both of these to prepare him for the community's "9/11 moment." You'll be encouraged in this story by the Lord's providence in the faithfulness of His people, and how it can help prepare you for tragedies in your life or community, which we pray will never come. You'll also hear a model for leadership in crisis through details Ben shares as he handled the immediate fallout from the shooting. This episode is a unique combination of inspiration, reflection, and practical example that you'll surely benefit from. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-13004542 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1498 full false Jamie Dew - One Mission Jamie Dew - One Mission Dr. Jamie Dew, President and Professor of Christian Philosophy at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, joins Dr. Lance for a time of personal sharing and life and leadership lessons that will surely encourage and inform. Jamie shares his testimony, how he balances life and ministry, and his lessons learned as he transitioned into his role as president. 

Jamie transparently discusses his life and ministry:

  • Jamie's testimony of transformation from one being far from God to excited to participate in His mission.
  • The balance of ministry with his family - Dr. Tara and their two sets of twins the Nats and the Sams. You'll learn about Dr. Lance's term: wobbly balance.
  • Jamie's leadership lessons: 1 Be Honest of Yourself, 2 Listen/Learn, and 3 Articulate Vision and Mission

Pray for the Dews as they maintain the wobbly balance of life and ministry, as their children find and cultivate their own ministries, and as they lead NOBTS to continue in effectively training leaders for the work of ministry in a servant hearted manner.

Links:
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary - nobts.edu

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Jamie Dew, President and Professor of Christian Philosophy at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, joins Dr. Lance for a time of personal sharing and life and leadership lessons that will surely encourage and inform. Jamie shares his testimony, how he balances life and ministry, and his lessons learned as he transitioned into his role as president. 

Jamie transparently discusses his life and ministry:

  • Jamie's testimony of transformation from one being far from God to excited to participate in His mission.
  • The balance of ministry with his family - Dr. Tara and their two sets of twins the Nats and the Sams. You'll learn about Dr. Lance's term: wobbly balance.
  • Jamie's leadership lessons: 1 Be Honest of Yourself, 2 Listen/Learn, and 3 Articulate Vision and Mission

Pray for the Dews as they maintain the wobbly balance of life and ministry, as their children find and cultivate their own ministries, and as they lead NOBTS to continue in effectively training leaders for the work of ministry in a servant hearted manner.

Links:
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary - nobts.edu

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-12649915 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1744 full false Associational Missionary Neal Hughes - One Mission Associational Missionary Neal Hughes - One Mission Meet one of the most genuine and friendly people to know, Dr. Neal Hughes. Some of the roles Neal has and is serving are as former pastor, Associational Missionary for Montgomery, Alabama and member of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) Executive Committee. You'll hear his testimony, call to missions, early ministry, what it means to be a part of the Executive Committee, the path forward for Southern and Alabama Baptists, and a recap of a very powerful event in Serve Tour Montgomery that impacted Montgomery and the surrounding River Region Associations.

Prayer:
Neal's request was to pray for pastors in the association in regards to the struggles of recent times that have weighed on their ministries.

Links:
Montgomery Baptist Association - mgmbaptists.org
Serve Tour - sendrelief.org/serve-tour/
SBC Executive Committee - sbc.net/about/what-we-do/sbc-entities/executive-committee/

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Meet one of the most genuine and friendly people to know, Dr. Neal Hughes. Some of the roles Neal has and is serving are as former pastor, Associational Missionary for Montgomery, Alabama and member of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) Executive Committee. You'll hear his testimony, call to missions, early ministry, what it means to be a part of the Executive Committee, the path forward for Southern and Alabama Baptists, and a recap of a very powerful event in Serve Tour Montgomery that impacted Montgomery and the surrounding River Region Associations.

Prayer:
Neal's request was to pray for pastors in the association in regards to the struggles of recent times that have weighed on their ministries.

Links:
Montgomery Baptist Association - mgmbaptists.org
Serve Tour - sendrelief.org/serve-tour/
SBC Executive Committee - sbc.net/about/what-we-do/sbc-entities/executive-committee/

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-12533354 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0500 1542 full false State Missionary Rick Barnhart - One Mission State Missionary Rick Barnhart - One Mission Dr. Rick Lance, Lead State Missionary, visits with another one of your State Missionaries Rick Barnhart, Office Director in the Office of Associational Missions and Church Planting. Rick shares his personal testimony, discusses the Associational structures and responsibilities of Associational Missionaries, explains the process of the church planter pipeline, and shares some reflections on Send Relief's Serve Tour around the River Region and Montgomery.  This episode of One Mission will give you a personal look into both lives and allow you to get to know one of your State Missionaries and their work on a deeper level.

Links:
Associational Missions - https://alsbom.org/ministries/associational-missions/ 
Church Planting - https://plantalabama.org/

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Rick Lance, Lead State Missionary, visits with another one of your State Missionaries Rick Barnhart, Office Director in the Office of Associational Missions and Church Planting. Rick shares his personal testimony, discusses the Associational structures and responsibilities of Associational Missionaries, explains the process of the church planter pipeline, and shares some reflections on Send Relief's Serve Tour around the River Region and Montgomery.  This episode of One Mission will give you a personal look into both lives and allow you to get to know one of your State Missionaries and their work on a deeper level.

Links:
Associational Missions - https://alsbom.org/ministries/associational-missions/ 
Church Planting - https://plantalabama.org/

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-12502842 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1451 full false Buddy Champion - One Mission Buddy Champion - One Mission Dr. Lance is joined by Buddy Champion, pastor of First Baptist Church Trussville, for a conversation about his role as president of the Alabama Baptist Convention but also to discuss lessons learned as pastors and reflect on some opportunities they’ve been given by God throughout their ministry. 

Listen as Buddy shares a different perspective on the work of the State Board of Missions, shares lessons learned throughout his time in ministry, shares best practices from his ministry at First Baptist Trussville and shares personal struggles and perspectives on his own walk with God. If you are a current pastor, you’ll be encouraged / challenged by Buddy’s perspective on change in the church, staff relations and the position of the pastorate. If you are a church member or lay leader you’ll be encouraged / challenged by how to conduct yourself in ministry. 

Prayer Request:
Continue to pray for Buddy’s daughter Grace as she struggles with an undiagnosed condition.

To view the vodcast version of this podcast episode visit our YouTube Channel

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Lance is joined by Buddy Champion, pastor of First Baptist Church Trussville, for a conversation about his role as president of the Alabama Baptist Convention but also to discuss lessons learned as pastors and reflect on some opportunities they’ve been given by God throughout their ministry. 

Listen as Buddy shares a different perspective on the work of the State Board of Missions, shares lessons learned throughout his time in ministry, shares best practices from his ministry at First Baptist Trussville and shares personal struggles and perspectives on his own walk with God. If you are a current pastor, you’ll be encouraged / challenged by Buddy’s perspective on change in the church, staff relations and the position of the pastorate. If you are a church member or lay leader you’ll be encouraged / challenged by how to conduct yourself in ministry. 

Prayer Request:
Continue to pray for Buddy’s daughter Grace as she struggles with an undiagnosed condition.

To view the vodcast version of this podcast episode visit our YouTube Channel

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-12323548 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0600 1454 full false Paul Chitwood - One Mission Paul Chitwood - One Mission Dr. Rick Lance discusses life, calling, IMB, and more with Dr. Paul Chitwood, president of the International Mission Board (IMB).

Hear from Dr. Chitwood in a way you might not have before as he discusses his personal testimony of coming to faith in Christ, his calling to full-time ministry, and the background that uniquely gifts him to his current role as President of the International Mission Board. His personal story is God's calling of a timid personality to serve the Lord in ever-growing responsibility culminating in a special role as IMB's president.  The highlights: 18 years as pastor, passion, and experience of overseas missions, and Executive Director of the Kentucky Baptist Convention.

Dr. Chitwood also shares surprises when he assumed the role, the vision God is leading him to implement for the future of the IMB, and some updates and reflections on the work in Ukraine.

Dr. Lance also shares some practical elements of what he's learned in their shared position of Executive Director and what that might mean for your own personal ministry.

Celebrations:

  • 1,129 missionaries in the pipeline
  • 15 million dollars given to the ministries in Ukraine
  • Alabama Baptist Contributions to Ukraine and the larger work of the International Mission Board

Prayer Requests from Dr. Chitwood:

  • Wisdom. Dr. Paul Chitwood asks you to pray for God's guidance as he and his team attempt to steer the work of God through IMB, a work much greater than the people can do alone at IMB.
  • More Missionaries. The work of God around the world to combat lostness continues to be so great and workers are still needed.
  • Current Missionaries. Dr. Chitwood asks that you pray for God's protection and continued health (mental, physical, and spiritual) of His missionaries around the world as He uses them in the contexts they've been called to. 

Links:
Rick Lance - https://ricklance.com/
Paul Chitwood - https://www.imb.org/leadership/
International Mission Board - https://www.imb.org/

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Dr. Rick Lance discusses life, calling, IMB, and more with Dr. Paul Chitwood, president of the International Mission Board (IMB).

Hear from Dr. Chitwood in a way you might not have before as he discusses his personal testimony of coming to faith in Christ, his calling to full-time ministry, and the background that uniquely gifts him to his current role as President of the International Mission Board. His personal story is God's calling of a timid personality to serve the Lord in ever-growing responsibility culminating in a special role as IMB's president.  The highlights: 18 years as pastor, passion, and experience of overseas missions, and Executive Director of the Kentucky Baptist Convention.

Dr. Chitwood also shares surprises when he assumed the role, the vision God is leading him to implement for the future of the IMB, and some updates and reflections on the work in Ukraine.

Dr. Lance also shares some practical elements of what he's learned in their shared position of Executive Director and what that might mean for your own personal ministry.

Celebrations:

  • 1,129 missionaries in the pipeline
  • 15 million dollars given to the ministries in Ukraine
  • Alabama Baptist Contributions to Ukraine and the larger work of the International Mission Board

Prayer Requests from Dr. Chitwood:

  • Wisdom. Dr. Paul Chitwood asks you to pray for God's guidance as he and his team attempt to steer the work of God through IMB, a work much greater than the people can do alone at IMB.
  • More Missionaries. The work of God around the world to combat lostness continues to be so great and workers are still needed.
  • Current Missionaries. Dr. Chitwood asks that you pray for God's protection and continued health (mental, physical, and spiritual) of His missionaries around the world as He uses them in the contexts they've been called to. 

Links:
Rick Lance - https://ricklance.com/
Paul Chitwood - https://www.imb.org/leadership/
International Mission Board - https://www.imb.org/

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Alabama Baptist SBOM Buzzsprout-12162795 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0600 1707 full false Convention Series: Dr. Willie McLaurin - One Mission Convention Series: Dr. Willie McLaurin - One Mission During the Alabama Baptist Convention, Dr. Lance was able to sit with Dr. Willie McLaurin to discuss current issues in SBC life for conventions nationwide and within Alabama. Dr. McLaurin also reflects on his life and some important ways to pray for him and his ministry.

Ways mentioned to pray:

  • His wife will always feel loved not lonely.
  • His children will feel like rewards and not rentals.
  • He would keep the main thing, the main thing. 
  • Not to take side roads but to have a non-anxious presence and wisdom to discern what is most important.
  • Dismiss Positional Idolatry: The position would not define Dr. McLaurin, but the words of the Lord will define him.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> During the Alabama Baptist Convention, Dr. Lance was able to sit with Dr. Willie McLaurin to discuss current issues in SBC life for conventions nationwide and within Alabama. Dr. McLaurin also reflects on his life and some important ways to pray for him and his ministry.

Ways mentioned to pray:

  • His wife will always feel loved not lonely.
  • His children will feel like rewards and not rentals.
  • He would keep the main thing, the main thing. 
  • Not to take side roads but to have a non-anxious presence and wisdom to discern what is most important.
  • Dismiss Positional Idolatry: The position would not define Dr. McLaurin, but the words of the Lord will define him.

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> https://alsbom.org/podcasts Dr. Willie McLaurin https://alsbom.org?enmse_mid=5 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0600 1225 Dr. Willie McLaurin, Willie McLaurin, Alabama Baptist, ALSBOM, Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, SBC, SBC President, Southern Baptist Convention 1 2 full false Convention Series: Dr. Robert Smith Jr - One Mission Convention Series: Dr. Robert Smith Jr - One Mission During the Alabama Baptist Convention, Dr. Rick Lance and Dr. Robert Smith Jr. were able to sit down and spend some time talking about ministry. Dr. Smith’s personal call to ministry and reflections on ministry issues of the past that impact the ministries of the present are just a few things you’ll find in this episode.

Book discussed:
Doctrine That Dances: Bringing Doctrinal Preaching and Teaching to Life

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> During the Alabama Baptist Convention, Dr. Rick Lance and Dr. Robert Smith Jr. were able to sit down and spend some time talking about ministry. Dr. Smith’s personal call to ministry and reflections on ministry issues of the past that impact the ministries of the present are just a few things you’ll find in this episode.

Book discussed:
Doctrine That Dances: Bringing Doctrinal Preaching and Teaching to Life

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> https://alsbom.org/podcasts Dr. Robert Smith Jr. https://alsbom.org?enmse_mid=4 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0600 1686 Dr. Robert Smith Jr., Robert Smith, Dr. Robert Smith, Alabama Baptist, Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions, ALSBOM, Rick Lance, Dr. Rick Lance, Doctrine The Dances 1 1 full false Introducing the One Mission Podcast - One Mission Introducing the One Mission Podcast - One Mission Introducing the One Mission Podcast hosted by Dr. Rick Lance, executive director of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> Introducing the One Mission Podcast hosted by Dr. Rick Lance, executive director of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

The One Mission Podcast is a production of the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. 

]]> https://alsbom.org/podcasts Rick Lance https://alsbom.org?enmse_mid=3 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0500 164 Rick Lance, One Mission, ALSBOM, Alabama Baptist, Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions 1 0 trailer false