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\u201cFor the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but it is God\u2019s power to us who are being saved.\u201d
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\u201cToday, Luis and I went on campus and shared the gospel with a student named Sid. Sid is from Nepal and is studying computer science. He comes from a Hindu background and said that he lives to help others. We went through the 3 questions with him, sharing about the problem of sin and the free gift of life and forgiveness we\u2019ve been offered in Jesus. Sid agreed that there is something fundamentally wrong with the human heart, but he said he believes that all religions basically teach the same thing. We shared John 14:6 with him, emphasizing that Jesus is the only way to God, and encouraged him to think more about the gospel. Please pray for Sid, that he really would consider the message of Jesus and see that there is no hope to be made right with God apart from what Jesus has done for us on the cross.\u201d

Matthew and I had a wonderful time sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. I want to encourage you to take the time and visit the nearest Christian Challenge and ask if you can come alongside of them and go out and share the gospel with college students that are anxiously waiting to hear the gospel message. You will never forget the experience!\n\n\n\n\n
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THE LOSING SIDE OF KEEPING SCORE <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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You track the stats of your favorite athletes and sports teams. You monitor your daily sleep and activity score on your watch or phone. Heck, you even tally points during a friendly game of Scrabble. Wouldn\u2019t it also make sense to keep score in your marriage?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most of us probably know the correct answer is no, but that doesn\u2019t mean we don\u2019t do it from time to time, even subconsciously. Maybe you\u2019re keeping a mental tally of how often you\u2019ve done one of your spouse\u2019s usual chores, logging how much time they\u2019ve spent on a solo hobby, or tracking how many times they\u2019ve gotten up with the baby. Scorekeeping comes in many forms, but they all have one thing in common:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They sabotage any sense of being a team.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why? Well, when you focus on specific numbers or quantities being \u201ceven,\u201d it shifts your mindset to \u201cyou vs. your spouse.\u201d Are you doing more around the house than they are? Do they get to go out with their friends more often? Have you \u201cwon\u201d more arguments lately?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But here\u2019s the thing \u2013 marriage isn\u2019t about giving and getting in equal and specific amounts. Instead, there will be times you carry more of the load and times that your spouse does. It\u2019s part of the ebb and flow<\/a> of marriage; the understanding that you have each other\u2019s back and are there to lift each other up when you need it \u2013 no matter what.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So why do we do it?<\/strong>
Keeping score can seem like an easy solution to your problems. If everything is equal, then there shouldn\u2019t be anything to be upset about, and you\u2019d be satisfied, right? Not quite. The truth is it\u2019s usually not just about the \u201cthing\u201d you\u2019re keeping track of. The tendency to keep score often sprouts from a bigger underlying issue that is causing \u2013 you guessed it \u2013 resentment. For instance, are you feeling like you need more quality time together? Do you need to make some adjustments to how responsibilities are divided? Are you feeling burnt out it in a certain aspect of your life? Is there an unaddressed issue you need to bring up with your spouse? Once you understand the connection between keeping score and resentment, you\u2019re in a better position to get to the root of the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What can you do instead?<\/strong>
Next time you catch yourself keeping score in your marriage, take some time to reflect on what\u2019s really going on. If you\u2019re not sure right off the bat, it can help to work backwards from the thing you\u2019re keeping score on. For example, are you really mad about that particular thing or do your feelings stem from an underlying issue that\u2019s related to it? Once you\u2019ve pinpointed the source, it\u2019s time to ask yourself if you\u2019ve actually talked to you spouse about it. If not, then make that a priority. They might not even realize they\u2019ve made a mistake or that you\u2019re upset. If you\u2019ve brought it up with them before, then this might indicate an ongoing issue that requires more attention from you both. Pulling yourself out of the scorekeeping mindset and seeing the problem from a broader perspective is the first step toward working together<\/a> to come up with a solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keeping score can seem harmless, until you\u2019ve become entrenched in the \u201cyou versus your spouse\u201d way of thinking. Learning to identify and address the actual issue in order to do what\u2019s best for your marriage is the best way to come out ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Personal Pastors Retreat
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As a pastor, you can take a personal study or family retreat free at one of our camps, depending upon availability. Contact Benney at Sivells @ 575-687-3538 | Email: btapia@bcnm.com or Clay at Inlow @ 505-384-2410 | Email: cpope@bcnm.com<\/span> <\/p><\/span>

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These men are available to preach or teach upon availability. Please feel free to call on them when you may be in need. Each one is a member of one of our local churches<\/span><\/span><\/p>

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Exciting Stuff<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Available to help your church this summer!<\/h2>

christian challenge collegiate ministries of BCNM <\/p>
The collegiate teams are very excited to announce that they are ready to serve a variety of churches across the state this summer!

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Opportunities for your church to pray, give & go!<\/h2>

NM Summer missions<\/p>
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8

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** FREE ORGAN DONATION **<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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This organ is being donated to anyone who may be interested, whether you want it for your church or for personal use. If interested, call Josh @ 575-650-4564.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IMMIGRATION RECENT ISSUES<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Churches have a long history of providing sanctuary to immigrants and others. However, the recent policy for enforcing immigration laws in sensitive locations such as in churches has changed. The Department of Justice in the State of New Mexico has provided a document to assist New Mexico’s places of worship in responding to immigration issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We are aware that insurance companies are dropping or cancelling many of our churches for varying reasons. If your church is looking for insurance and you need help or assistance regarding this, please call our Business Administrator, Gerald Farley @ 505-924-2310 or email: gfarley@bcnm.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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CHILD EVANGELISM FELLOWSHIP OF NEW MEXICO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Volunteers Needed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

CEF is needing volunteers for 5 schools this August: 4 volunteers for each school<\/strong>. Volunteers play a vital role in our mission to nurture children\u2019s spiritual growth through collaboration and community engagement. Imagine the positive impact you can make in the lives of children in your area! If you\u2019re interested in being a part of this meaningful journey, we invite you to reach out to Dee White at 575-202-5454 or cefofnewmexico@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Northern New Mexico – GNC Coordinator<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Central New Mexico – GNC Coordinator<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NEW MEXICO BAPTIST CHILDREN’S HOME<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

HouseParents Needed & Summer Volunteers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

NMBCH is currently seeking highly committed married couples to serve in the role of Houseparents for its campus located in Portales and Estancia, NM. Houseparents must have a strong calling on their lives to work with children who have endured trauma. They must be willing to embrace the challenges and opportunities in ministering to children from hard places. They should enjoy an active and energetic lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NMBCH is also taking applications for a Workamper for the summer  (mid-May through August). We are seeking a couple or single to volunteer 16-22 hours a week helping to feed animals and do barnyard type chores and lawn chores. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you simply want to volunteer or feel called to a more permanent position, New Mexico Baptist Children’s Home is always seeking qualified, committed Christian men and women who have a heart for service.  Contact NMBCH at 575-359-1254 or email careers@nmbch.com<\/a>. You can also click here<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This food ministry is based out of The Church at the Butte<\/strong>. They receive about 15k pounds of food from Roadrunner every 1st Monday, 3rd Thursday and 4th Friday at 8:30am. They can use all the help possible as most of the volunteers are over 70. To volunteer or see how you can get plugged in, please contact Tami Smith, Ministry Leader of Shepherd’s Closet, at 575-740-9615 or email church@churchatthebutte.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Missions Mobilization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If we want to reach New Mexicans for Christ, we need to partner with Church Planters that God is using and bringing to our state. We have compiled a list of Church Planters that are currently in need of partners to come alongside in prayer, outreach, building endeavors & financial support. By partnering together, we can make a huge impact! Bring it before the church and pray how the Lord will lead you in supporting our Church Plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact our Mission Mobilization Team Leader, Matt Thackerson @ 505-604-9018 or email: mthackerson@bcnm.com<\/a> to find out more on how to become a Church Plant Partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1<\/strong><\/td>Castillo<\/td>Miguel<\/td>La Familia de Dios<\/td>Albuquerque<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/th>Jordan<\/td>Clark<\/td>Word Baptist Church<\/td>Espa\u00f1ola<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/strong><\/td>Garcia <\/td>Ruben<\/td>Iglesia Hermosa<\/td>Espa\u00f1ola<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/strong><\/td>Guasco<\/td>Paul<\/td>New Plant<\/td>Rio Rancho<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/th>Hardy<\/td>Jesse<\/td>River Community Church<\/td>Questa<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/th>Kulp<\/td>Thomas<\/td>Horizon Church<\/td>Bosque Farms<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/th>Mendoza<\/td>Juan<\/td>Jesus El Buen Pastor<\/td>Alamogordo<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/strong><\/td>Mitchell<\/td>Derek<\/td>Thrive City Church<\/td>Las Cruces<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/th>Nakka<\/td>Solomon<\/td>Freedom Life Church<\/td>Albuquerque<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/th>Pearson<\/td>Justin<\/td>Restore Church<\/td>Albuquerque<\/td><\/tr>
11<\/th>Rice<\/td>Bobby<\/td>Do\u00f1a Ana County Cowboy Church<\/td>Las Cruces<\/td><\/tr>
12<\/th>Rivera<\/td>Jordan<\/td>Iglesia de Cristo<\/td>Albuquerque<\/td><\/tr>
13<\/th>Rocha<\/td>Oscar<\/td>Casa de Oraci\u00f3n Horeb<\/td>Albuquerque<\/td><\/tr>
14<\/strong><\/td>Simpson <\/td>Adam<\/td>Desert to Summit<\/td>Taos<\/td><\/tr>
15<\/strong><\/td>Skipper<\/td>Cory<\/td>Anchor East<\/td>Albuquerque<\/td><\/tr>
16<\/th>Soto<\/td>Stephen<\/td>Generation Church<\/td>Farmington<\/td><\/tr>
17<\/strong><\/td>Tan<\/td>Nguyen<\/td>Vietnamese Agape Church<\/td>Los Lunas\/Belen<\/td><\/tr>
18<\/th>Vasquez<\/td>Juan<\/td>Agua de Vida<\/td>Chaparral<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
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You and your church don’t necessarily need to begin a ministry or reinvent the wheel that is already at work sharing the gospel and meeting the needs of your local community. These ministries have already done the groundwork and even been given an open door at key places and have been accepted by the people they are ministering to. For the most part, these ministries are also in need of volunteers and financial support. Bless each other by partnering and serving your local community together!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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My hope and prayer for these newsletters is to keep all of us updated on the Kingdom work that is being done in the SouthWest region of New Mexico. God is at work always and He has us serving together in this area for such a time as this. Let\u2019s partner together to reach all of New Mexico with the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ and let\u2019s see God\u2019s mighty goodness all around us! Always remember that we are on the same team \u2013 God\u2019s team!<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Let me know how I or any of our BCNM staff can serve you and the wonderful church family you are a part of. It is our privilege and joy. God bless you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Please email any testimonies, events, pictures & info of a particular outreach, mission trip or special event, and flyers of workshops, conferences, or trainings that others may benefit from and that you would like me to share in future newsletters to lolmos@bcnm.com<\/em>
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\u201cEXPECT GREAT THINGS FROM A GREAT GOD, ATTEMPT GREAT THINGS FOR GOD\u201d<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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