
Insights from in and around the association
UBA Voices
From Houston's Baptist Bishop: How Does Baptist Structure Work Anyways?
The “Baptist Bishop” thing is just a joke. But still, many people, even those in Baptist life don't understand how Baptist structure works, who's in charge, and who answers to whom. UBA's Executive Director helps explain how Baptists are organized and why it matters.
An Interview with Lawrence Scott
Have you met Lawrence Scott? Hear his fascinating life story, plus more about church planting, challenging career changes, and prioritizing family here.
"Would You Want This for Your Children?"
It's National Mentor Month! Marilyn Lee shares a heart-warming story of how one church can impact a community for the better.
How Can Legos Help Accomplish Mark 12:31?
Making an impact as a mentor can be as simple as showing up and playing with legos.
Vision Reset
Maybe the new year doesn't require a complete overhaul of your church's vision. But what about a vision reset?
5 Ministries that Benefit from Apologetics and How to Get Started
As a follow-up on why apologetics is important and how to incorporate it into the life of the church, here are five specific people and ministries of the local church that could benefit from apologetics.
Sharpen Your Axe
Pastors, what are the tools you use most? How can sharpening those pastoral tools make you more effective with less effort?