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CALDWELL BAPTIST ASSOCIATION

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Hello Caldwell Baptists! 

There are a lot of homecomings and revivals in our churches this time of the year, and I wish Martha Jo and I could attend all of them. What is homecoming really about? It is about followers of Christ being re-united in person and experiencing the joyful fellowship of brothers and sisters who are united in Christ and the ministry to which He has called us. It is also meant to be a time to reflect on the work of God in building His church in the past, present and future, and to celebrate the legacy of faithful servants of the church who are in their eternal home with the Lord. 

What is revival really about? It is about the church reviving their zeal for Jesus Christ who is the head of the church. It is about renewing the church’s focus on the true work of the church which is making and developing disciples of Jesus. It is about stirring our hearts to be more devoted to the study of God’s word and to prayer as individuals and as the body of Christ. It is about presenting the gospel of Jesus Christ so that the lost might be saved and trained to be disciples. 

Shouldn’t homecomings and revivals be about glorifying God by being the church that He called us to be? Shouldn’t we always be focused on His Great Commission to make and multiply disciples of Jesus Christ, and shouldn’t God’s word be our passion? 

In Psalm 119 the psalmist talks about “Your testimonies” 19 times, and in verse 27 he says, “So shall I meditate on Your wonderful works.” As I studied this recently, I scanned through the Old Testament and read about God’s work in creation, His establishment of His people, Israel, and His mighty power in leading them out of slavery. I read about God’s plan to raise up a Savior, His own Son, so that mankind might be saved from their sins and have a personal relationship with Him forever. I read about God’s justice and righteous judgement on forces of evil, and His lovingkindness in guiding His children back to Him and His righteousness when they had strayed away in sin. The Bible is full of testimonies of God’s goodness, His faithfulness, and His wonderful works. 

God’s Word - that is where revival truly begins, and where faithfulness is sustained. “The Lord our God, the Lord is one! You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength.”

Be Joyful!

Brother Chuck

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NORTH CAROLINA MISSIONS OFFERING

The North Carolina Missions Offering theme for 2026 is "Living Sent". This year's offering goal is $2.8 million. North Carolina Missions Offering (NCMO) brings relief to those in need through disaster response, church planting and mobilizing of N.C. Baptists for missions. Generous donations through NCMO fund the mission throughout the year. This offering will be emphasized and received during the month of September but your church may contribute to the NCMO at any point during the year. Find more information HERE and watch a promotional video HERE.

The Preach Better Conference

The Preach Better Conference is a one-day regional event designed to serve N.C. Baptist pastors by adding practical tools to your preaching toolbox.

In partnership with The Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Fruitland Baptist Bible College, this conference offers:

• Tailored training for your local church: Directly applicable whether you have 20 people in the pews or 2,000.
• Immediate & practical frameworks: Gain actionable tools you can implement quickly.
• Regional connection: Be equipped by practitioners and theologians who understand the unique culture and challenges of the local church.

SIGN UP HERE

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD OPPORTUNITY!

Bethany Scott of Day 3 Church had the opportunity to travel to Paraguay on an Operation Christmas Child Vision Trip. As she personally handed out shoeboxes, she got to see the other side of the shoebox firsthand—and how a simple gift can open the door to sharing the Gospel.  She would love to visit your church or group and share her experience. Contact Bethany at 828-396-7165.

ASSOCIATION NEWS

Please note the time change of our Coats for Caldwell

from previous years!

Caldwell Baptist Senior adults shared a great time of fun and fellowship at our September Lunch & Learn. We had a special program presented by Jimmy Lancaster of the NC Baptist Aging Ministry. Our host church, Setzer Creek, was beautifully decorated and provided a wonderful meal. We played a fast-paced game of "ABC" and were reminded of our own long ago school days! All were winners! And in honor of our Lunch & Learn Senior Adults, CBA made a donation to Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child. Make plans now to join us at Buffalo Cove for October's Lunch & Learn!

Please sign up for our October Lunch & Learn HERE or by calling the Baptist Center

at 828-758-4081.