Do You Believe in Tithing?
Tithing is generally understood as setting aside 10% of one’s income to be given to one’s local church as an act of worship to the Lord. I grew up in a home where my mother tithed off our household income. So, when I became a Christian, tithing was a natural expression of worship to God and support of my local church. When Connie and I married, we practiced…
It’s Been a Good Year
2025 has been a great year for Kentucky Baptists. As a convention of 2,350 churches, God has given us wonderful unity and noticeable fruit as we partner together to help churches reach Kentucky and the world for Christ. Here are seven ways it has been a great year for Kentucky Baptists: 1. God has provided servant leaders to help churches in our state: 2025 has been a…
Jumping to Conclusions
The only exercise some people get is jumping to conclusions. This well-worn jibe is used to describe those (myself included at times) who react rather than reflect and jump to conclusions about people and situations instead of considering whether there might be more to the story than meets the eye. The writer of Proverbs highlights the danger of this personal predilection. Solomon writes in Proverbs 18:13, “If one gives an answer before he hears,…
Should You Run for Office?
The Kentucky General Assembly has many followers of Christ. These are men and women who love Jesus and have answered a call from God to endure the rigors of politics. They campaign, raise funds and sacrifice time away from their families and vocations so they can make laws and shape public policy in a way that promotes human flourishing. These brothers and sisters are a gift from God and are making a difference…
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Dr. Todd Gray is executive director-treasurer for the Kentucky Baptist Convention.
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