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From a Garage to the World, and What That Means for Us

Fifty years after Apple Inc. began in a garage, its global influence is undeniable. But Acts reminds us the early church turned the world upside down without technology. The same God still calls believers today, not just to admire impact, but to live with gospel-centered influence that truly transforms lives. […]

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Prior Planning Prevents Poor Performance: Why Now Is the Time to Prepare for Easter

You have probably heard the phrase, “Prior planning prevents poor performance.” It is usually shouted in locker rooms, printed on weight room walls, or repeated by coaches who are trying to prepare their teams for game day.

Let me be clear, Easter Sunday is not a performance. We are not putting on a show. We are proclaiming a risen Savior. But the principle still applies. […]

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When Your View Doesn’t Match Your Vision

When your view doesn’t match your vision. I heard that statement in a sermon recently and immediately wrote it down. It puts language to something every leader and every believer eventually feels.

There are seasons when what you see does not line up with what you believe God has shown you. Your view is what is right in front of you.
Your vision is what God has placed in your heart. And the two do not always match. […]

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A Shared Calling: Sonrise Church Celebrates Three Staff Members for 40 Years of Faithful Service

Sonrise Church of Clovis, California, paused on Sunday, February 22, 2026, to celebrate a remarkable milestone, honoring three longtime staff members whose ministry has shaped the church for four decades. Senior Pastor Otis Ledbetter, Executive Pastor Phil Laughlin, and Worship Leader and Administrative Assistant Sherry Krigbaum were recognized for 40 years of faithful service during a special celebration service followed by a churchwide reception. […]

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BBFI Hosts 2026 Healthy Church Conference

The BBFI Central Office hosted the 2026 Healthy Church Conference on Thursday, February 26, 2026, bringing together pastors and ministry leaders from across the Fellowship.

Streaming live on the BBFI YouTube channel and BBFI website from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. CST, this year’s conference centered on the theme “Church Health in 15 Minutes,” emphasizing concise, practical teaching that leaders can put into practice right away. […]

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 Preparing for the Blessing

Every leader wants to see their ministry grow. We pray for more people, greater impact, and wider influence. But true ministry growth doesn’t begin with new strategies. It begins with spiritual preparation.

In order to scale a ministry, you must begin by preparing yourself for God to bless.

Growth is not something we force; it’s something we faithfully prepare for. […]

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Central America Missionary Retreat 2026

The Central America Missionary Retreat, CAMR 2026, was held February 2 through 7 in Panajachel, Guatemala, along the shores of beautiful Lake Atitlán. Nestled beneath three peaceful volcanoes, the setting provided a striking backdrop for a week devoted to renewal, prayer, and encouragement for missionaries serving throughout Central America and the Caribbean. […]