Your church is already full of Jesus stories—quiet moments of grace happening faster than anyone is capturing them. This article helps leaders recognize where those stories hide, gather them with intention, and share them in ways that strengthen faith, build expectancy, and celebrate the work of God in their own congregation.

Many churches in long-term decline aren’t dying from conflict — they’re dying from love without honesty. When a pastor and congregation care deeply for one another but stay stuck in silent exhaustion, the mission of God ends up in the backseat. This article offers practical, hopeful off-ramps that help churches finish with faithfulness instead of fatigue.

Two hundred years ago, a small band of families gathered in what is now Nassau County and planted the first Baptist church in the Florida Territory near Pigeon Creek. They had little more than courage, conviction, and each other. Today, Northeast Florida is growing faster than ever, and the same pioneering spirit is needed again. The Future Family Fund helps our churches plant, replant, revitalize, equip leaders, and care for pastors so the gospel can take root in every corner of our region.

When your pastor is fixing the copier, unclogging the fellowship hall sink, and hunting down Doritos five minutes before youth group, there’s a problem — and it’s not just the copier.

In this honest (and hilariously true) article, Mission Strategist Chris Reinolds shares why churches need to stop overloading their pastors with every small crisis and start stepping into their biblical role as the body of Christ. Want to help your church thrive? Start by moving a few obstacles out of your pastor’s way.

Church budgets aren’t just about dollars and cents—they’re declarations of faith. In this article, Mission Strategist Chris Reinolds explores how wise budgeting can move a congregation from maintenance to mission. With practical insights, humor, and hard-won experience, he unpacks how healthy financial planning reflects healthy priorities, fuels kingdom impact, and reminds us that stewardship is a deeply spiritual act.

Most small churches think they don’t have enough leaders. Truth is, they probably already do — they just haven’t developed them yet.

Building a leadership pipeline isn’t about big budgets or programs. It’s about intentionally helping people grow from serving faithfully to leading fruitfully.

In this post, Mission Strategist Chris Reinolds shares a simple, practical framework that any church can use to develop leaders one person at a time — proving that small churches can have a big impact.

When Pastor Todd Carr launched Exchange Church, he wasn’t a stranger sent from afar — he was a neighbor called from within. After eighteen years of ministry in the same community, God used deep relationships and local trust to plant a vibrant new gospel witness in Yulee. This is the story of how long faithfulness, collaboration, and courage are bearing new fruit for the Kingdom.

Having worked with dozens of congregations across different seasons of ministry, I have seen what happens when churches face today’s legal and cultural realities without clear governance. In our increasingly litigious world, outdated or vague bylaws can leave a church vulnerable—not only to lawsuits from the outside but to division or power struggles from within. Updated bylaws, written with both biblical conviction and practical wisdom, serve as guardrails for grace. They protect the mission, preserve unity, and allow ministry to move forward with confidence and peace.

When growth at First Baptist Church Fernandina left no more room to park or place new leaders, Pastor Zach Terry and the congregation saw more than a problem—they saw an opportunity. Partnering with Campus Pastor Josh Wood, the church launched a new campus in Central Nassau County to reach a growing community with the gospel. What began as a logistical challenge became a launching pad for Kingdom impact, proving again that healthy churches reproduce.

For more than 20 years, Pastor Mike Kwiatkowski and the people of Mercy Hill Church in Jacksonville have quietly modeled what it takes for a struggling congregation to find new life. What began as a small group of 80 uncertain believers has grown into a vibrant, disciple-making church sending pastors across Northeast Florida and South Georgia. Their story is not about gimmicks or quick fixes but about humility, perseverance, and a clear focus on the Great Commission.

What does it mean to live with a Kingdom Over Turf mindset? In a culture that celebrates competition and territory, Baptist associations invite churches to link arms instead of draw lines. This post explores seven powerful ways associations help cultivate Gospel unity, strengthen church leaders, and advance the mission of Christ—together.

This September, the Family of Churches comes together for a morning that could shape the next season of your ministry. Whether you're leading a revitalization, launching a new work, or just asking God what's next—this gathering is for you.

Ministry isn’t always met with applause—and sometimes, like Ezekiel, you’re called to speak truth to those who won’t listen. This article explores 8 biblical insights to encourage pastors serving in hard places, reminding us that God honors faithfulness over fruitfulness. If you’ve ever felt discouraged in your calling, this is for you.

This month, discover how a bold step is fueling ministry across Northeast Florida, how your church can engage revitalization efforts, and why The Family Table is your invitation to something greater—together.

What if the next decade of gospel impact in Northeast Florida wasn’t tied to a building—but fueled by it?
In a bold step of faith, the Northeast Florida Baptist Association has voted to sell its office property and reinvest the proceeds into a Kingdom-focused endowment. This isn’t about downsizing—it’s about mobilizing. With nearly $1 million projected for ministry over the next 10 years, discover how this decision could shape the future of church planting, leadership development, revitalization, and pastoral care across our region.