by Mitch Randall | Nov 14, 2019 | Opinion
Chris Dykshorn could not stop worrying about the surplus grain he could not sell. He grew more and more despondent as flooded crops and America’s trade wars took their toll. His inability to sell his grain brought this South Dakota farmer to the brink of financial...
by Charles Revis | Mar 8, 2016 | Opinion
All but a few churches in our region are struggling with their finances. Giving is down, expenses are up. Many of the ensuing financial discussions focus on what should be cut to meet ends. We need more insights on how to increase income. I had a recent discussion...
by Brian Kaylor | Nov 24, 2015 | News
David Platt, president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s International Mission Board (IMB), announced in August plans to eliminate 600 to 800 missionary positions due to a $210 million spending deficit. However, Platt’s numbers do not add up....
by Dennis Bickers | Nov 23, 2015 | Opinion
Finances have long been a source of conflict in many clergy homes. Few people go into the ministry with the thought of becoming wealthy, but many are not prepared for the reality of what churches provide in the way of salary and benefit packages. Often, it is not...
by Brian Kaylor | Nov 23, 2015 | News
David Platt, president of the Southern Baptist Convention’s International Mission Board (IMB), announced in August plans to eliminate 600 to 800 missionary positions due to a $210 million spending deficit. However, Platt’s numbers do not add up....