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www.baptistmessage.com Curiosity leads to life discovery IT’S UNANIMOUS at Mandeville Horn elected new By Brian Blackwell Message Staff Writer executive director MANDEVILLE – Although it had been 16 years since he had to lead La. Baptists visited any church, David Cooley’s curiosity about the Gospel was By Staff piqued the moment in early Janu- Louisiana Baptist Message ary that he stepped inside the First Baptist Church of Mandev- WOODWORTH (LBM) – The ille. Louisiana Baptist Convention Ex- A mere month later, he ex- ecutive Board voted unanimously pressed his newfound hope in May 7 to elect Steve Horn as the Christ after hearing the Gospel 19th executive director of the shared: by his wife; at a Life organization during the entity’s Group class; during a men’s con- spring meeting at the Tall Tim- ference; and, as a personal appeal bers Baptist Conference Center in from interim Pastor Jake Roud- Woodworth. kovski, who also serves as profes- There are 86 members on the sor of evangelism and pastoral Executive Board, and all 65 in at- leadership at New Orleans Baptist tendance voted for Horn. Brian Blackwell photo Theological Seminary. He was nominated by a search Louisiana Baptist Convention Executive Board President Waylon Bailey, pastor of First Bap- Cooley did not wait long to committee comprised of board tist Church, Covington, introduced newly-elected Executive Director Steve Horn and his show obedience to God’s call to members led by Waylon Bailey, wife, Linett at the annual spring board meeting at Tall Timbers Conference Center. be baptized, stepping into the president of the Executive Board baptistery March 20 to publicly and the senior pastor of the First cal Seminary and has watched declare Jesus as Lord. Baptist Church in Covington. Steve Horn - My Hopes him grow as a Christ follower, “My baptism was refreshing,” Horn will succeed David Steve Horn shares his vision pastor and leader. Cooley told the Baptist Message. Hankins, who retires as executive for his new ministry among “By way of the churches Dr. “It sealed the deal for my com- director June 30. Louisiana Baptists, page 5. Horn has served, leadership mitment to Christ and showed “I am honored and humbled positions and life experiences, I everyone that I was new in the to be selected to lead Louisiana for their salvation.’” believe he is uniquely prepared Lord.” Baptists in our cooperative ef- “Dr. Steve Horn is uniquely to serve as executive director for Since January, First Baptist forts at this crucial time,” Horn qualified and equipped to lead Louisiana Baptists,” Wren said. Mandeville has baptized 17 new said. “I want to thank the search Louisiana Baptists at this time,’ “I look forward to what God believers, eclipsing the pace of committee and entire Executive Bailey told the Baptist Message. will do in and through Dr. Horn. baptisms (5) for this same time- Board for their confidence in me. “The search committee feels And I thank God for the privi- frame last year and on track to I look forward to earning the strongly that God has provided lege of serving with him.” surpass the 27 baptisms of 2018. trust of all Louisiana Baptists. I for us a leader ‘for such a time as Horn has served as pastor Roudkovski said members am ready to go to work listening this.’” of the First Baptist Church in have embraced the need to share and learning. LBC President Eddie Wren, Lafayette since 2005, and before the Gospel with their friends, “My prayer for Louisiana is as senior pastor of the First Baptist that led three other Louisiana family and co-workers. the Apostle Paul said about his Church in Rayville, has known congregations: New Haven Bap- Throughout the year, members people – ‘My heart’s desire and Horn since they were classmates prayer to God concerning them is at New Orleans Baptist Theologi- See UNANIMOUS, page 5 See MANDEVILLE, page 4 Louisiana Baptist evangelists suffer strokes By Staff fered strokes, with the two many people since her Louisiana Baptist Message Louisiana Baptist evange- husband’s medical emer- lists falling ill within days gency, and added that he is ALEXANDRIA (LBM) of each other. beginning rehabilitation at -- Lyndon Longoria, of Longoria’s wife, Kerry, Rayburn Health & Rehab DeRidder, and Joe Aulds, posted that they received of Ruston, recently suf- encouragement from See EVANGELISTS, page 8 2 Louisiana News Mizell leads Senate defeat of ERA ratifi cation By Will Hall THE BACKGROUND islatures rescinded zero. said. “ us the ERA forces Message Editor their previous Moreover, citizens in New Mexico In 1972 the U.S. Con- ratifi cations. groups have ex- to fund abortions through BATON ROUGE gress sent the ERA to Since then the panded the original their tax dollars.” (LBM) – Sen. Beth the states for ratifi cation, legislatures of Ne- statement in the Mizell also pointed to Mizell, a member of the needing 38 legislatures to vada (2017) and Illi- ERA, “Equality of “something very similar” First Baptist Church in pass the measure “within nois (2018) ratifi ed rights under the in Connecticut. Franklinton, helped to seven years of its submis- the ERA, reviving law shall not be “ is is just one aspect. defeat ratifi cation of the sion by the Congress,” but legal discussions denied or abridged  ere are lots of points we Equal Rights Amend- subsequently extending about whether Sen. by the United could discuss,” she rea- ment, o ering a pas- the deadline to June 1982. the fi ve rescinding States or by any soned. “But I am standing sionate argument “as a  e initiative fell three actions meant the State on account of here as a woman in Loui- woman, as a mother, as a states short during the e ort was actually even sex,” to claim the amend- siana that 100 years ago grandmother” from the original timeframe, and further short of the needed ment confers an absolute could not have voted, and state Senate fl oor for why then during the three- 38 states, and even if the right to abortion. Likewise, today I am a state senator.” she was voting “no” on a year extension the Idaho, expiration of the original advocates for transgender “I believe I have the bill calling for amending Kentucky, Nebraska, South deadline meant the state and gender fl uid rights right to accomplish what I the U.S. Constitution. Dakota and Tennessee leg- count started over from claim the ERA statement set out for,” Mizell stated, includes their groups. referring to the rights she enjoys now that a woman THE DEBATE did not possess then. “I really look hard at Mizell made her objec- what rights I’m lacking tions to the resolution that would allow me to do being o ered by Sen. J.P. something I can’t do right Morrell, New Orleans, now,” she said in contrast simply on “one aspect of to Morrell’s argument for the discussion,” expressing “the urgent need” to ratify specifi c concern about “the the ERA. connection with abortion “I fi nd the tradeo of in the ERA.” what this ERA amendment “In 1988, the New would allow to come into Mexico Supreme Court Louisiana does not match ruled that the ERA made ‘the bargain,’” being of- it unconstitutional for the fered she said. “So I’m ask- state Medicaid program ing you to join me today in to refuse to fund abor- voting ‘no.’ tions if procedures sought Mizell closed by clarify- by men such as prostate surgery were funded,” she See MIZELL, page 3 Insurance for Churches Since 1916

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May 23, 2019  www.baptistmessage.com  Louisiana Baptist Message Louisiana News 3 LBC backs ‘Love Life’ state amendment By Will Hall business as a Convention. a protection for abortion House (due to some ex- court said the first sen- Message Editor Two lawmakers are in the Louisiana Constitu- planatory language added tence in the Kansas Bill of leading the statehouse tion that is not explicitly to the legislation) in order Rights, “All men are pos- ALEXANDRIA (LBM) effort to pass H.B.425 in stated. to place the amendment sessed of equal and inalien- – The Louisiana Baptist their respective chambers: The actual language on the fall ballot for ap- able natural rights, among Convention Executive Rep. (D- they proposed adding to proval by a simple major- which are life, liberty, and Board voted unanimously Monroe) and Sen. Beth the Constitution reads ity of Louisiana voters. the pursuit of happiness,” May 7 to pass a resolu- Mizell (R-Franklinton). “To protect human life, The need for the “Love extends to the decision of tion to “support the ‘Love Mizell is a member of nothing in this constitu- Life Amendment” has whether to have an abor- Life’ state constitution the First Baptist Church in tion shall be construed to been demonstrated by tion. amendment that stipulates Franklinton. secure or protect a right judicial action in 13 other The Louisiana Baptist there is no provision in They have explained to abortion or require the states where judges in Office of Public Policy is the Louisiana Constitution that the amendment does funding of abortion.” their highest courts found planning an informational that establishes a right to not conflict with rul- The measure already an inherent right to abor- campaign to help pastors abortion or requires the ings by the U.S. Supreme passed the House by a vote tion in their respective inform their congregations funding of abortion.” Court, nor does it change of 81-10 with 14 absences constitutions. about the issues and to The 86 members of the any legal precedent or reg- and is pending a vote in In April the Kansas energize members about Executive Board act “ad ulation now in place in the the Senate. It will need Supreme Court became the vote this fall. interim” for the Conven- state. Instead, they have two-thirds approval in the the latest to make such a For information and tion when messengers are testified that it ensures no Senate and a procedural ruling. resources contact policy@ not assembled to conduct state judge can interpret concurrent vote in the By a vote of 6-1 that louisianabaptists.org. Mizell from page 2 Who Don’t You See? ing that if a future ver- sion of the ERA contained “an abortion-neutrality clause” she could support e’ve all had the experience. Luke reminds us of an that form of the ERA. In WYou’re cruising down the occasion where it was late in lieu of that deficiency, interstate when the car slightly the afternoon but the crowds she urged lawmakers to in front of you swerves into your were still hanging out with consider the negative lane barreling dangerously close Jesus. The disciples, probably consequences the ERA in to the side of your car. Your tired from a long day, urged its current form “would adrenaline races and you sit on Jesus to send them away so allow to come into our the horn. He swerves away and they could get something to state.” gives you an apologetic wave or eat and find a place to stay. They Morrell did not re- some other less friendly gesture. were more than likely surprised spond to Mizell’s call for Either you have encountered by Jesus’ response, “You give “abortion-neutrality” lan- a lunatic intent on driving you them something to eat.” the needs of the lost, the guage, but instead coun- off the road or, more likely, a consequences are devastating tered her appeal to con- negligent driver who didn’t check In other words, don’t just dismiss and eternal. servatives in the Senate his blind spot. the crowd because you’re tired. by pointing to the “the Don’t take the convenient route Louisiana Baptists are history of the ERA” and All of humanity was born with and let them figure it out on their intentionally connecting with the fact that “the original blind spots. Jesus described own. Don’t pretend you don’t see people in the blind spots via supporters of the Equal those living outside of his divine who’s right in front of you and Here For You. Using current Rights Amendment were light as having eyes that don’t see their needs – you do something. communication platforms, we’re the Republican Party led and ears that don’t hear. sharing the Bread of Life with by then President Richard Who’s in your blind spot? those who hunger for more than Nixon and then President Jesus was particularly hard on this chaotic world offers. Gerald Ford.” religious leaders with blind spots. Who’s right in front of you but He argued the ERA On more than one occasion He you want to dismiss them to fend Visit LouisianaBaptists.org/h4u was a “bi-partisan issue” pointed out their blindness and for themselves? and enter the password, luke1423. that “predates the entire their apparent contentment with it. There you’ll find how your church, abortion debate,” claim- The disciples said, “Send them no matter how small or how ing the abortion “spectre” Unlike His creation, Jesus doesn’t away.” Jesus said, “You do large, can begin to share the was merely an attempt have a blind spot. His awareness something today.” Bread of Life with every person on to hijack the debate and of people and His surroundings a regular basis. misdirect the discussion challenges those of us who claim Here For You is an attempt to do from a very simple aim to be his followers. something for the masses who Jesus sees the masses. “to establish that every- are right in front of us as well as one is equal regardless of Jesus sees individuals amidst the those in our blind spots. It would Jesus notices the individuals. gender.” masses. be easy to say, budgets are down, [The actual resolution we’re already doing all we can. Jesus calls on us to do what we can. uses the biological term Jesus feels – He never became Let someone else address the “sex” and not the con- calloused but instead felt needs. But Jesus is calling us to Join us. temporary use of “gender” compassion. do something – now. with its implications of self-identity with regard Jesus calls us to get involved. When believers knowingly, or to sexuality] unknowingly, fail to recognize

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Mandeville from page one are encouraged to write on the cross encourages cipleship classes for the on white index cards the the congregation to share children, youth, senior names of individuals they the Gospel with their lost adults and others. Some know who they believe person, and it reminds members also volunteer do not have a relationship them weekly that each monthly at the Samari- with Christ and then to card represents a soul in tan’s Center in Mandev- nail these cards on a cross need of Jesus,” Roudkovs- ille to help provide food erected inside the wor- ki said. to needy residents of the ship center. e church, which city. Once that person ac- averages 320 for Sunday Michael Blue, associ- cepts Christ, a red index morning worship service, ate pastor at First Man- card is placed on top of o ers annual retreats deville, said the baptisms the white card. and monthly large group allow him and others in “ e physical re- gatherings for men and the church to have a front minder of the notecards women, and has dis- row seat to see changed lives following through in obedience to God’s Word. “Baptisms preach the BIVOCATIONAL Gospel in action,” Blue said. “Any service that CERTIFICATE has a baptism only am- plifi es the Gospel mes- PROGRAM sage that is preached on Sunday. It is extremely Are you in bivocational ministry or about to be? exciting to see lives being Louisiana College’s changed through Christ. at is the Gospel – the BIVOCATIONAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAM Good News – and is ex- is for you. actly what St. Tammany Parish needs. Designed as a hybrid of in-class and online “Our parish is a ected curriculum, the certificate program focuses by many factors – high statistics in drug use, on the disciplines of either MISSIOLOGY suicide, and children in or PASTORAL MINISTRY. foster care in Louisiana,” he continued. “Our parish Submitted photo Each track of studies accrues 16 accredited has more people that do not even claim a religion Christine Mayer (right) was baptized March 17. According to First Man- hours that can be completed in one year deville interim Pastor Jake Roudkovski (left), members write on white and later applied to a Bachelor’s degree. index cards the names of people they believe need to know Christ, and then nail the cards onto a cross inside the worship center. After that per- son accepts the Lord, a red index card is placed on top of the white card. Students will attend only three campus classes with the remainder of the work than those who claim any Families ~ Revive Com- type of religious denomi- munity.’ By fi xing our completed online. Fridays classes are from nation. So our parish is in eyes on Christ and His 1 - 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. desperate need of the bib- mission, families will be lical Gospel that changes restored by the power of Books and Tuition are FREE to bivoca- lives. at is why First the Gospel, and by rescu- tional ministers or those preparing for a Mandeville has adopted ing families we can see our mission statement: real change in our com- bivocational pastoral or missionary role. ‘Revere Christ ~ Rescue munity.” FALL 2019 SEMESTER CLASSES INCLUDE: RL443T Interpreting & Communicating Mizell from page 3 the Bible RL367T Christian Theology I Morrell also reasoned THE RESULTS that “Just the gesture of CE303T Evangelism showing that as a state, When the votes were we believe everyone tallied, the resolution was should be treated equal defeated 9-26. APPLY TODAY! would be a tremendous Mizell was joined by fi ve other Louisiana Baptist Scan the code w/your phone camera message in itself.” OR senators in opposing the Go to lacollege.edu & word search ERA: Jim Fannin, Ebenezer, for bivocational Jonesboro; Ryan Gatti, Cy- OR press, Benton; Gerald Long, call LC Admissions @ 800.487.1906 Calvary, Alexandria; Neil OR Riser, First Columbia; and, Email [email protected] Gary Smith, First Norco. Two Louisiana Bap- tist senators supported the ERA: Wesley Bishop, Franklin Avenue, New lacollege.edu | 800.487.1906 Orleans, and, , Calvary, Alexandria.

May 23, 2019  www.baptistmessage.com  Louisiana Baptist Message LBC News 5 Steve Horn - My Hopes Editor’s Note: Following his May 7 election to be the next executive direc- tor of the Louisiana Baptist Convention, Steve Horn shared the following vision that will guide his new ministry among Louisiana Baptists.

ALEXANDRIA -- I am humbled and hon- and private friendship with them to be all that this question about his or her personal giving. ored to be elected as your Executive Director. God has called them to be. This will be my Every church must ask this question about I am excited about God’s call and the call of daily prayer, daily goal, and daily evaluation. their giving level to the CP in relationship to the Executive Board. I cannot wait to get their other ministries. Every entity must ask started. LOUISIANA WILL BE EVANGELIZED. this question as they develop a budget. The Though I have much to learn and analyze Louisiana Baptist Convention must ask this before major decisions are made, I want to I love Louisiana! I was born in North Loui- question continuously in our operations. share with you my hopes for the Louisiana siana and grew up visiting relatives in Olla, I will be a champion of the Cooperative Baptist Convention. Jonesboro, and Monroe. I was raised in South Program, challenge our entities to be together As I have prayed about my role, I want to Louisiana. I went to Seminary in New Orleans. in our appeals, and oversee the LBC staff to be share seven hopes for us as a Convention. My first two pastorates were in Southeast the best stewards of the Cooperative Program Louisiana. My last two pastorates were in receipts that the LBC keeps. JESUS WILL BE EXALTED. Acadiana. My Louisiana roots are deep, and my love is strong. I resonate with the Apostle Paul THE LOUISIANA BAPTIST CONVENTION If we can agree on anything, we should when writing to the Romans about his people, WILL BE EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE. be able to agree that Jesus should be exalted. “My heart’s desire and prayer to God concern- Jesus is the Head of the Church. If He is the ing them is for their salvation.” (Romans 10:1) This is the expectation. This is the area that Head of the Church, then He is the Head of We will build on the work already established I have most to learn, so be patient with me, the LBC. I look forward to times of gather- and work tirelessly to call our state to call on but I pledge my best efforts at leading us to be ing when we will together exalt Jesus. Let me the name of Jesus Christ alone for salvation. effective and efficient. I will soon be visiting offer the challenge now that we strive toward every corner of our state listening to Louisi- the largest attendance in years to our Annual THE COOPERATIVE PROGRAM ana Baptists. I will meet with all of our other Meeting. Make attending this year in Alex- Louisiana Baptist Convention partners. I will andria, Nov. 11-12, a real priority. Yes, we will WILL BE EMPHASIZED. seek to understand our work better. I know we conduct business and hear reports, but let’s will be at our best when we are confident that gather to exalt Jesus. I make no apologies here. This is why we are Southern Baptists and Louisiana Baptists. My our Cooperative Program money is being used with great effectiveness and efficiency. SINCE CHURCHES ARE ESSENTIAL TO OUR last two churches gave over 10% through the Cooperative Program. I know that this level of WORK, CHURCHES WILL BE EQUIPPED. giving is possible without sacrificing effective I WILL SEEK TO SERVE AS AN EXAMPLE. local church ministry. Baptists are different. As a cooperative I like to tell the story of Mrs. Barbara Mon- I will never ask you to do something that I body, no church has to participate. I envi- crief. Until her death, she asked the same ques- am not willing to do. I will seek to serve as an sion that churches will want to be a part tion every year during our annual meeting to example in these other six areas. For example, because they will recognize the value of the present the budget. When we would come to I will not only be engaged in evangelism excellence in equipping that they will receive the area of our budget addressing our church’s through preaching, but in personal witness- through the efforts of our Convention. investment in the Cooperative Program, Mrs. ing encounters. In fact, the Southern Baptist Barbara would raise her hand. After being Convention has a challenge of “Who’s Your PASTORS WILL BE ENCOURAGED. recognized, she asked, “Is this the best that we One?” I have used this same strategy on mul- can do?” tiple occasions as a pastor. This is a simple, but Churches are essential to our work, and I came to love that question. It’s a great effective strategy. I will need to find quickly a spiritually healthy pastors are essential to question for all areas of life. We should always “one” in my new city of residence. healthy churches. I have been a pastor of four be willing to ask the question, “Is this the best So, come on Louisiana Baptists. Make plans churches. Each church was a different size that we can do?” now to join us in Alexandria in November for and had different strengths and weaknesses, This is the question that we must continue the Annual Meeting. Let’s work together to but all required hard work. I want to encour- to ask at every level of Louisiana Baptist and make a difference in the great state of Louisi- age pastors through public ministry to them Southern Baptist life. Every Christian must ask ana. Unanimous from page one tist Church, Natalbany; Satsuma through the Cooperative Program He was president of the LBC trustee with the New Orleans Baptist Church, Livingston; and, in just the last six years. (2014-2015) as well as a member of Baptist Theological Seminary and Highland Baptist Church, New First Lafayette averages about the LBC Executive Board (2006- previously was a member of the Iberia. 1,100 in worship and 1,000 in 2011), serving as vice president SBC Committee on Order of Busi- The database of the Annual Sunday school, according to ACP (2009) and president (2010-2011). ness (2012-2015). Church Profile shows First Lafay- records. Currently, he is a trustee of Loui- Additionally, Horn served on ette baptized 775 new believers Horn also has served in a num- siana College, having joined that the Committee on Committees for during Horn’s tenure, and, con- ber of leadership roles in Louisiana board in 2017. both the LBC (2012-2013) and the tributed more than $2.9 million Baptist and Southern Baptist life. He is in his second year as a SBC (2009). May 23, 2019 l www.baptistmessage.com l Louisiana Baptist Message 6 Cultural News Pa. lawmaker’s online rants net $125K for pro-life cause By Will Hall in front of a Philadelphia Diet drinks cause ergy intakes among LCSB Message Editor clinic, Cultural News consumers similar to SB has stirred up protests and weight gain in youth consumers. Given that the State Rep. Brian Sims’ calls for his removal from to decry Sims’ actions, highest intakes of energy, (D-Phil.) berating of a office, and netted a pro-life according to NBCPhila- A study has found that carbohydrates, and sugar mother and three teen cause more than $125,000. delphia.com, with many children and teens who were observed among com- girls April 18 and, three Sims posted internet calling for the openly gay drank diet beverages typi- bined consumers of LCSB weeks later, another wom- videos of his verbal at- activist to resign because cally consumed an extra 200 + SB, these results suggest an, all who were praying tacks. of his abusive behavior to- calories a day, which adds that LCSB may be used in In one he repeatedly ward the women and girls. up to an extra pound of fat addition to, rather than as a called a woman “an old Sims, who lives across every 17.5 days. replacement for, SBs in the white lady,” accused her of the street from the abor- Surprisingly, the daily diet. These data challenge being a “racist,” insulted tion facility, has responded calorie intakes of youth who whether LCSB are helpful her as “disgusting” and online by admitting he consumed diet drinks were for lowering sugar or energy denigrated her faith while “was aggressive” and the same as their peers who intake, and rather, suggest she quietly prayed for the pledging, “I will do better drank the sugary or “regu- that they may in fact pro- women going into the for the women of Pennsyl- lar” versions of the same mote higher consumption. abortion facility. vania.” sodas or other beverages. Moreover, they agreed In the other Sims bul- Meanwhile, the father The findings published in with an American Heart lies a trio of girls after of two of the teens re- the journal Pediatric Obesity Association science advi- they had finished praying sponded by setting up a did not reveal why artificial sory which urged against at a corner of the prop- GoFundMe page to provide sweeteners appear to cause “prolonged consumption” erty. Later, the mother of “diapers, wipes, articles of increased calorie consump- of artificially sweetened two of the teens wrote in clothing for babies, and tion. However, the authors beverages by children and USAToday.com that she resources to mothers in suggested “physiologic encouraged the drinking of was concerned about the need” as well as money to mechanisms” could be caus- more water. bounty Sims offered to “a home caring for preg- ing the “augmentation of anyone who would reveal nant mothers” through the insulin levels” and changing the names and addresses of Pro-life Union of Phila- the “reward response” in the LED light can damage the minors. delphia, setting a goal of brain, among other altered your eyes, health Just days after the $100,000. functions. videos went viral, more More than 2,500 peo- Regardless, the research- The French Agency than a thousand protestors ple contributed nearly ers said the results from for Food, Environmental showed up at the clinic $127,000 in about a week. studying the beverage and Occupational Health consumption of more than & Safety has published a 7,000 adolescents from 2011- 400-page report warning 2016 are important because that “exposure to an intense of the high incidence of and powerful [LED] light is obesity combined with the ‘photo-toxic’ and can lead related risks of type 2 dia- to irreversible loss of retinal free bulletin inserts betes, heart problems, and cells and diminished sharp- cancer among U.S. youth. ness of vision,” according to A recent American Heart an article published by the Association science advi- Agence France-Presse. sory concluded that “at this Even chronic exposure time, it is prudent to advise to lower intensity sources WHAT IF THE QUESTION WAS NOT: against prolonged consump- 5. It’s CONTAGIOUS can “accelerate the [aging] Once tithers experience God in giving, they want to share with others about the grace and provision God has tion of LCSB by children.” HOW MUCH CAN I AFFORD provided. As we share the joy of giving, others are of retinal tissue” and cause inspired to give. TO GIVE? The authors further stated 1. It’s A MIRACLE 6. It’s TAX-DEDUCTIBLE a loss of vision and contrib- 10% IS A GREAT PLACE TO START BUT A DISAPPOINTING PLACE TO STOP. When you open yourself up to giving through the Yup, it's the most minor benefit. But it's a benefit! tithe you get a glimpse into the supernatural. Ask a that “the use of other alter- ute to “age-related macular YOU SEE, IT’S NOT JUST A MONEY THING; tither if supernatural provision has ever happened in their years of giving and inevitable the answer is, 7. It’s A GREED SLAYER BUT RATHER, CONSIDERING THE STATE OF OUR HEARTS, “Yes.” One of the most debilitating characteristics of unhappy natives to sugar-sweetened degeneration,” the study IT’S A HEART THING. people is greed and it spills over into every area of our lives. Unfortunately, greed can go viral - but so can HOW MUCH CAN I AFFORD 2. It’s a FAITH BUILDER generosity. beverages, with a focus on concluded, with the AFP Tithing strengthens your faith muscles. Once you begin to trust your money to God, you'll find that it's TO KEEP? easier to trust Him with everything else in your life. 8. IT’S BIBLICAL water, should be encour- Last, but not least, give because it’s a Biblical principle adding that LED lighting is THE ADVENTURE GETS BETTER AS WE SURRENDER ALL TO HIM. and promise. “’Bring the full tenth into the storehouse so 3. It’s a JOY that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this way,’ aged.” Our results support There's a deep feeling of bliss that comes from giving says the Lord of Hosts. ‘See if I will not open the set to “top 60 percent” of with no regard for receiving. Givers are the happiest floodgates of heaven and pour out a blessing for you people on the face of the earth. without measure.’”Malachi 3:10 this recommendation, as the general lighting market WHERE YOUR TREASURE IS, THERE WILL YOUR HEART BE ALSO. 4. 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May 23, 2019 l www.baptistmessage.com l Louisiana Baptist Message Louisiana News 7 New ministry helps churches stand for faith, family, freedom By Will Hall During the presen- Baptist Church in Bossier Message Editor tation, they and guest City, the Bistineau Baptist speakers such as Family Church in Heflin and the BOSSIER CITY (LBM) Research Council Presi- First Baptist Church in – U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson dent Tony Perkins provide Haughton. and his wife Kelly have practical guidance from Brad Jurkovich, pastor Submitted photo launched a new ministry the Bible expanded into of First Bossier, said the First Baptist Church in Bossier City hosted an “Answers for Our Times” to equip churches to take strategies and methods seminar was “insightful seminar to equip members to take a stand for family, freedom and their a stand against the cul- which address political and inspiring” for his con- faith. tural attacks now being and moral issues and situ- gregation. directed at people of faith, ations. “This is not a time to awaken our people to be- “Our nation is entering the traditional family and Rep. Johnson shared shrink back,” he said. come Christian patriots,” one of the most challeng- basic freedoms embedded with the Baptist Message “With so many com- Spinney said. ing seasons in its history, in the U.S. Constitution that the couple already peting ideas and values Rep. Johnson said his and there is an urgent and other founding docu- has received requests from permeating our culture motivation for being part need for God’s people to be ments. Texas churches as well as today, Christians need to of the new ministry while armed and ready with the The Johnsons, who partnership offers from be engaged, and ‘Answers still performing his du- Truth,” Johnson said. “Our are members of the First national Christian minis- for Our Times’ will equip ties in the U.S. Congress new ministry can help.” Baptist Church in Bossier tries. But he said his chief you.” is his concern that too “Answers for Our City, are leaders of “On- interest is to empower Gevan Spinney, pastor many believers today feel Times” can be tailored ward Christian Education Louisiana Baptists. of First Haughton and a ill-informed to provide as needed – from a Services, Inc.,” a new non- “We just want to get past president of the Loui- substantive answers to two-hour seminar to a profit, non-partisan min- the word around to our siana Baptist Convention, false arguments. two-day retreat -- to fit istry that offers a seminar, churches first,” he said. described the seminar as Many Christians are each church’s needs. For “Answers for Our Times,” Keeping with this com- “extremely beneficial.” not at ease with being salt more information visit to help Christians be effec- mitment, the Johnsons’ “We had 167 adults take and light in the culture at OnwardChristianCoun- tive on the front lines of first three ministry events part, and Mike and Kelly this critical time for our seling.org, or call (318) cultural engagement. were held with the First Johnson ‘rang the bell’ to country, he explained. 286-1220.

May 23, 2019 l www.baptistmessage.com l Louisiana Baptist Message 8 Louisiana News First Bossier announces rebuild plans BOSSIER CITY – Five other member additions; the smooth for members and months after a fire heav- launch of new ministries; guests, security is maxi- ily damaged three-quarters and, greater unity within mized, and that our build- of its facilities, members the congregation. ings communicate ‘families, of the First Baptist Church Jurkovich said the plan- warmth, life and relation- in Bossier City learned the ning team decided not to ships.’” details of the plan to rebuild replace all of the nearly Approximately 65,000 its campus. 100,000 square feet of facili- square feet of lost space will “God is leading us to ties lost in the fire. be rebuilt. move forward by faith,” Pas- “Our team began to Plans include a new tor Brad Jurkovich said in ask, ‘Do we really need to chapel that will incorporate his Mother’s Day message, rebuild that much space some of the more traditional Philip Timothy photo May 12. “What a moment. for effective ministry?’” he features of the original The story God is writing is said. “The more space you building, such as pew seat- Portions of the Faith Chapel steeple (left) that survived a fire December one we all can share, and as build the more it will cost, ing, but will include modern 10, 2018, will be creativly displayed on the rebuild First Bossier campus in the future. Faith Chapel (right) eventually will be razed. we share we can give Him and the more you have to elements, such as capabili- all the glory.” pay in heating, cooling, and ties for multi-media presen- that will help us encourage plans for the new children’s During the service, upkeep.” tations. A team also is look- and equip families in mar- and student ministry build- Jurkovich reminded his “We want to maximize ing at how best to display riage, family life, and a place ings and other projects. congregation of God’s favor the space and money we the pulpit, Bible and piece to walk through various Demolition is underway, on them despite the fire, have and plan to use,” he of the steeple that survived seasons of life with families and construction could December 10, 2018: no loss said. “We want to rebuild the fire. from our church and com- begin as soon as fall 2019. A of life from the fire; the bap- in such a way that the flow “Our new chapel is go- munity,” he said. grand opening and dedica- tism of 32 new believers; 40 and cohesiveness are very ing to be an exciting venue Jurkovich also outlined tion is planned for fall 2020. Louisiana College awards degrees to 245 graduates ALEXANDRIA (LBM) – pared graduates and we’ve that’s the heart and soul of ness not profit.” your age, where you’re from Louisiana College President transformed lives. That’s the what we do at LC,” he said. or what you look like, I’m en- Rick Brewer was sentimen- focus of our vision at LC.” “These students have been INSPIRED, INSPIRING GRADUATES couraging you to dream on.” tal during the school’s 164th The school presented 31 equipped to do critical Shelby Bergeron said her commencement ceremony, associate’s, 125 bachelor’s thinking, analytical reason- The ceremony also fea- classmates, professors and May 4, reminding the and 89 master’s degrees at ing and problem solving. tured inspiring testimonials community leaders helped students they were the first the Rapides Parish Coliseum And then they’ve learned from graduates. her grow closer to Christ. class to begin as freshmen in Alexandria. what Paul said in Colos- Jamarcus Fitzpatrick en- “Spiritually let me say and finish as seniors since During a time of special sians 2:3 that ‘all treasures couraged his fellow students I can attest to God moving he became president of the recognition, Brewer pre- of wisdom and knowledge and others to pursue their mountains,” she said. “There school in 2015. sented the family of Dedrick are hidden in Christ Jesus.’” dreams. are so many people I have The 245 graduates com- Cole with his award post- “You take a young per- “In the same way Martin seen surrender their lives to posed the largest class to humously. Cole died unex- son, or a person of any age, Luther King Jr once said he Christ because of this insti- collectively earn a degree pectedly from a heart attack who can do critical think- had a dream,” he said. “I too tution. Sure, the chapels we since Brewer began his ten- March 7. ing, problem solving and have a dream. We all have have to attend each week ure at the Pineville campus. Brewer also conferred analytical thinking, and dreams. My dream is to see leave an impact but the big- “We’ve been on a jour- honorary doctorates to you infuse that with the everyone fulfill their dreams. gest impact I have seen are ney together and we’ve David Hankins, who is mind of Christ -- there will Today I am encouraging the relationships people cre- seen a lot of changes haven’t retiring June 30 as executive always be a place for you everyone, all of you in this ate amongst one another to we,” he told the graduates. director of the Louisiana in the leadership. You are coliseum, no matter what truly show the love of Christ.” “We’ve seen a lot of good Baptist Convention; Johnny markedly prepared for the things. We’ve experienced Martin, chairman, Martin leadership challenges of the things together. We’ve pre- Sustainable Resources of 21st century,” he contin- Evangelists from page one the Louisiana-based Roy ued, “and I’m pleased today O. Martin Lumber Com- we can celebrate with in Jasper, Texas. Bill Robertson, direc- Cultural pany; and, Randy Harper, you what you’ve accom- “We are at complete tor of pastoral ministries former chairman of the LC plished.” peace, and just so grate- for Louisiana Baptists, told from page 6 Board of Trustees, an active ful to the Lord....and to all the Baptist Message some LC trustee, and pastor of CHALLENGING GRADUATES of you,” she posted. “We churches have collected not pose a risk of eye dam- Bellaire Baptist Church in invite you to walk the next love offerings for Longoria age” because of the low Bossier City. During the keynote part of this journey with us. and Aulds. luminosity of the light. But The college also con- address, Martin told the Please remember to pray “The Bible tells us that it cautioned that when used veyed distinguished service graduates to become lifelong for our sweet sons while if we share in the spiri- at night or in a dark setting, awards to Byron McGee, re- learners and offered as guides we are apart for the longest tual blessings of a minister such gadgets can “disturb tired vice president for ad- for future growth the core period ever before in their that we should then bless biological rhythms” and so vancement, and Ben Yang, values of respect, integrity, lives. Love, Bro. Lyndon & them,” Robertson said. disrupt sleep patterns. Pro- retired music professor. commitment, honesty, excel- Kerry, Ben, & Asa.” “Giving to our brothers in longed exposure to the low- lence and stewardship that Randy Ray, pastor of need is our opportunity to intensity light can also lead EQUIPPING GRADUATES his company emphasizes. Saint Rest Baptist Church put Scripture into prac- to headaches and fatigue. “While this degree gives in Dubach and a classmate tice.” With regard to general Brewer told the gradu- you an advantage in the job of Aulds at Louisiana Col- Gifts to offset health lighting, the French govern- ates they have gained criti- market, it is not a predictor lege, told the Baptist Mes- costs for Longoria can be ment agency recommends cal thinking and problem of your success,” Martin said. sage the evangelist is at sent to “Strength for To- use of “warm white” LED solving skills that are “It is important to work for a Alpine Nursing and Reha- day, P.O. Box 23, DeRidder, bulbs. As for backlit devices, essential in the the work- company with a strong sense bilitation Center in Ruston. LA 70634,” and for Aulds the agency said to avoid force. of values and culture. Values He said Aulds is showing to “Joe Aulds Evangelistic viewing LED screens before “I’m here to tell you and culture determine a busi- some improvement, “but Ministries, 181 Harrison bedtime. still has a long way to go.” Road, Ruston, LA 71270.” May 23, 2019 l www.baptistmessage.com l Louisiana Baptist Message Louisiana News 9 LBF reports a positive beginning for 2019 By Jerry Love that the Federal Reserve ity and lower returns over reported a net surplus in the a local congregation. Louisiana Baptist Foundation Board will continue to hold the next 7 years with only operating budget for the first Executive Director rates steady the remainder modest returns for increased quarter of the year. Wayne Taylor reported there ALEXANDRIA (LBF) – of the year. investment risk, he said. Income from the Coop- has been progress on the ac- Trustees of the Louisiana The alternative invest- However, in the longer erative Program was slightly counting system upgrade. Baptist Foundation received ment allocation of the LBF 20-year forecast, the GIC ahead of projections, but U.S. Computers of Lafay- positive investment reports portfolio (preferred stocks, projects that the reward for cost recovery fees were ette is updating the exist- and upbeat updates about convertible securities, investing in equities should less than expected due to ing accounting system, and operations during a regular MLP’s, covered calls and outweigh associated risks of the downturn of the final Taylor stated that successful quarterly business meeting infrastructure) continued the marketplace. quarter of 2018. The uptick testing suggests the staff held April 30 in the Louisi- to add value with positive For Q1 2019 the LBF port- in the market and increase will be able to employ the ana Baptist Building. returns in all areas, Morris folio produced the following in assets under management, improved software as early The good news included said. Only one segment, in- returns: along with a watchful eye on as June. The updates provide that every portfolio compo- frastructure, failed to exceed -- Short Term Fund, 0.44 expenditures, helped keep long-term data security and nent had earned a positive its benchmark, having only percent actual yield (nearly the budget on an even keel, offer a platform for future return for the first quarter, a negligible effect on the 1.8 percent annualized); he said. expanded services to clients. with almost all sectors ex- overall portfolio. -- Group Investment Jerry Love, planned giv- The Board approved a ceeding their benchmarks. U.S. equity markets led Fund (comprised of various ing director, reported several motion to change the param- Lee Morris of Graystone the performance he said, market sectors), 8.95 percent estates were settled in the eters for income placed in Consulting summed up pointing to strong results total return; and, opening months of the year reserve for the Short Term the performance by simply from the S&P 500. -- Diversified Income and that several families Fund. Trustees approved stating, “fourth quarter of He observed international Fund (conservative income- had set up estate plans to the creation of the reserve ’18 – bad; first quarter of ’19 equities also had performed oriented fund), 2.76 percent leave bequests to their local in the aftermath of the U.S. – good!” well and that these would total return. churches. The Foundation financial crisis of 2008, and He added that first quar- offer a good investment Morris also confirmed all also assisted with a $17,000 had been setting aside some ter returns had erased the opportunity in the near managers employed for the gift of stock donations that of the earnings as protec- previous quarter’s losses. future. He also commented Foundation through Gray- benefitted the Louisiana tion against a similar future Fixed income portfolios that rebalancing to include stone Consulting continue Baptist Children’s Home and market crisis. continued to perform in line more international equities to adhere to the Investment Family Ministries as well as Taylor said “the STF with expectations, he said, could prove to be profitable Policies established by the a local church. reserve is at a healthy level” adding that bond returns for a longer term strategy LBF Board. The net assets Love said the LBF staff is and that by changing the are relatively good for the – a view he said was held under management stand at working to complete three amount being set aside, moment but are expected to by Morgan Stanley’s Global $160,933,391 as of the end of additional estate bequests more interest could be paid be flat going forward – based Investment Committee. March, he said. that will provide nearly $1.2 to churches and entities on the prevailing assumption The GIC also believes In other reporting, Chuck million, combined, to a num- invested in the Short Term among investment analysts there will be more volatil- Murry, LBF controller, ber of Baptist ministries and Fund. 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Pastor: Jay Begbie. please submit your information three weeks n First Baptist Church, Winnfield:Harvest prior to the event. Sunday, June 9, 11 a.m. Evangelist: Bill Britt. Pastor: Stephen Smithson ON THE MOVE n Aimoch Baptist Church, Olla: Revival, June 9-12, Sunday 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday- n Larry Badon has resigned as the pastor of Wednesday 7 p.m. Pastor: Bobby McGuire. Carroll Baptist Church, Walker. n Trinity Baptist Church, Oakdale: Revival, n Lloyd Lacombe is the new pastor at First June 9-12, Sunday 10:45 a.m. and 5 p.m. Baptist Church, Simmesport. Monday-Wednesday 7 p.m. Evangelists: n Jesse Prewitt is the interim pastor of First Mackey Willis Family. Pastor: Dennis Laf- Baptist Church, Lone Pine. leur. n Jacob Guillory is the interim pastor at Louisiana delegation welcomes President Centerville Baptist Church. LAGNIAPPE President Donald Trump visited the Cameron LNG Facil- n Andy Granger minister of music at New ity in Hackberry, Tuesday, May 14, to promote his com- Bethlehem Baptist Church in Denham Springs n New Hope Baptist Church, Choudrant is mitment to energy independence. U.S. Rep. Ralph Abra- is retiring June 9. A reception will be held fol- looking for a bi-vocational minister of ham, a member of the Louisiana delegation (left), greeted lowing services on June 9. music. For information, contact Rosemary at Trump upon his arrival at Chennault International Airport 318.982.8778. in Lake Charles. The remainder of the delegation flew to HOMECOMING n Trinity Baptist Church, Oakdale: Wild the state aboard Air Force One. Trump toured the $10 bil- Horse Ministries with Paul Dailey, May lion Cameron LNG facility before speaking to employees, n Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Winnfield: 25, 2-4 p.m. Bring a lawn chair. Pastor: Den- local officials, school children and other invited guests. Homecoming, May 26, 10 a.m. Pastor: Joe nis LaFleur. During the rally, plant officials celebrated the start-up of Evans. n First Baptist Church, Zwolle: Memorial the first of three facilities that will produce liquified natu- ral gas that will be shipped to global markets. n Maplewood Baptist Church, Sulphur: 75th Day Fish Fry, May 26, after the 10:30 a.m. Anniversary Celebration, June 2, 10:15 worship service in the activity building. The a.m. Pastor: Jeremy Blocker. Church will provide the fish, fries, hush pup- Submitted photos n Pine Hill Baptist Church, Leesville: 125th pies and drinks. Pastor: Marty Williams. sixth grade. Supper will be provided. Pastor: children who have completed grade 1-6. To Dove Award nominated, Tribute, shares an Homecoming, June 1-2, Saturday, 6 p.m., n Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe: Clay Fuqua. register go to fbclaf.org /vbs. evening of inspiration and songs from their there will be singing at the church; Sunday, VBS – In the Wild, June 2-6, 6-8:30 p.m.; n First Baptist Church, Mandeville: VBS – In n Old Pisgah Baptist Church, Marthaville: latest recording. Pastor: Joey Rudisill. 10:30 a.m., worship service followed by din- Family Night, June 7, 6 p.m. Pastor: Randy the Wild, June 3-7. 9 a.m. – noon. Pastor: Lisembys in concert, June 5, 6-7:30 p.m. n Gray Baptist Church, Jefferson, Texas: Sim- ner on the grounds. Speaker: Tri Evans. Pas- Burdeaux. Jake Roudkovski. Pastor: Dean Johnson. ple Faith in concert, June 7, 6:30 p.m. The tor: Tri Evans. n Philadelphia Baptist Church, Deville: VBS – n First Baptist Church, Lafayette: VBS – In n Wilda Baptist Church, Boyce: Tribute church is located at 150 FM 727, Jefferson, TX n Bethsadia Baptist Church, Many: Home- In the Wild, June 2-6, 5:45-8:15 p.m. Sched- the Wild, June 3-7, 9 a.m. – noon. This is for Quartet in concert, June 5, 6 p.m. Multi- 75657. Pastor: Roy W. Davis. coming, June 9 10:45 a.m. Dinner on the ule: 5:30 PM - Pre Safari Show, (1-6 Grade) grounds in the Fellowship Hall immedi- 5:45 PM - Worship Rally (official beginning of ately following the morning worship service. VBS), 8:15 PM – dismissal. Online Registra- Speaker: James “Buddy” Greer of Paris, tion: pbcministry.com/philadelphia-baptist- Scripture Crypto Texas. Pastor: Jay Begbie. church/children. Pastor: Philip Robertson. n Linda Lay Memorial Baptist Church, Gil- n First Baptist Church, Vidalia: VBS – Amaz- The Scripture Crypto is a Bible verse in which one letter has been substituted for another, thus encoding the verse. To find out what the verse liam: 100th anniversary/homecoming, ing Encounters with Jesus, June 3-7. This is, you must determine what each letter is a substitute for. An “a,” for example, may stand for a “t” in this week’s issue of the ScriptureCrypto. June 9, 10 a.m. A catered BBQ lunch will be is for children age 4 thru fifth grade. Pastor: Next week, “a” could stand for a “d.” Each week, each letter is different. Solve by trial and error. The answer will be given next week. Note: All served following the worship service. Speak- Wes Faulk. numerals, such as those in the scripture reference after the verse, are spelled out. er: Steve Armstrong. Special Music: The n First Baptist Church, Haughton: VBS – Offering. Pastor: Eddie Kent. 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DEAN’S LIST 2018-19 ACADEMIC YEAR Dear Friends: We thank God for your support and His rich blessings upon LC. Enrollment is up 11% since 2015, Fall-to-Spring retention in 2018-19 was 94%, we received more than $5.5M in restricted and unrestricted support since October, our sports teams had stellar seasons, dozens of students are now on mission, and this summer we began a $5M refurbishment project on two residence halls. Few things, however, better represent our Vision of Preparing Graduates and Transforming Lives than the 284 students cited herein. We are pleased to honor those who worked hard toward a goal and achieved it. And we anticipate another successful year ahead for 2019-20. Keep Pressing On!

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