
Insights from in and around the association
UBA Voices
Who Holds You Accountable Online?
Christian accountability is an important part of discipleship. We often hold our Christian brothers and sisters accountable for inappropriate words or acts, but we might neglect one place where we spend a lot of social time.
¿Por qué amo a la UBA? Es un ministerio mundial
Hay varias razones para amar a nuestra asociación de iglesias, pero obviamente somos parciales. Sin embargo, no confía en nuestra palabra. En este video Miguel Esteban nos explica porque a él le encanta el desarrollo del liderazgo y la mentalidad global del Reino del trabajo colaborativo de la Union Baptist Association.
Credibility, Trustworthiness, and the Good News
In a digital society, it can seem hard to know what’s true. Jerry Wiles reminds us of the truth of Scripture and how to find and share messages that advance the gospel.
Meeting God Behind Bars
Every Christian has a story of God’s grace in their lives. Cedric encountered God when he was serving time in prison and was completely transformed. Now, he’s using his story to minister to others in similar situations. What’s your story, and how might God use you wherever you are?
War of Words: One Question to Help us Minister in Divided Communities
As Christians, how we communicate (or miscommunicate) with others is a gospel issue. Our ability to hear and speak clearly affects how we teach, disciple, gather, and evangelize. It's vital!
Learning to speak the truth in love requires we know how to speak and to whom we're speaking. So I have one simple question to help.
Tupperware, Rapture Buildings, and the Costume Room: 3 Unexpected Realities of Replanting
The Lord had to teach me these three ministry realities of replanting that aren’t commonly discussed. For the prospective replanter or sending church, these realities are vital to your long-term success as God calls to the difficult work of revitalization.
5 Things to Consider Before Transitioning from Your Church
If you are transitioning out of a ministry role—or considering doing so, it might be helpful to think through a few things. I recently resigned from a church that we planted in 1995 and that I pastored for 25 years. It was a huge decision and while knowing some things going into it, I also learned some things from it. These brief thoughts might be helpful to you.
Rooted Leadership in a Wavering World
UBA Church Consultant and Pastor of Higher Expectations Church Bryant Lee recently spoke in the Resilient Church Leaders webinar to help church leaders find footing in a wavering world. Watch the video or read a few excerpts here.
3 Initiatives to Help us Advance the Gospel Together
UBA Executive Director Josh Ellis explains the vision of the Union Baptist Association and the initiatives that help us advance the gospel together.
Meeting Community Needs Through ESL
After spending time in an international context, Chris Hall realized the need for those inside a community to help when there are language differences. He explains how you can get involved in ESL ministry at Houston's Northwest Church or start one of your own.