By Karen L. Willoughby, Managing Editor

SHREVEPORT – “I want to challenge the church and pastors to fall on our knees before God and ask for His anointing on Louisiana Baptists.” says Rod Masteller, who holds doctoral degrees in divinity and in sacred theology.

Dr. Rod MastellerMasteller is Senior Pastor of Summer Grove Baptist Church, a 160-year-old church that now meets in what was one of the largest shopping malls in Shreveport.

By Philip Timothy, Message Staff Writer

“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.”
1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Anyone who has ever played organized sports, been a part of a team, or wished they could right a lifelong regret, should definitely read the Mike Flynt story. Better yet, they should meet the man.

Flynt’s story – simply put – is inspiring.

By JoAnn Carrigan, Special to the Message

BATON ROUGE – Ruby Louise Hilton was born on Dec. 14, 1919, the eldest of five siblings. Jesse Thomas (JT) Halley was born on July 30, 1916, one of four siblings. Jesse married Ruby on Oct. 29, 1939. This is their story – a “happy-ever-after” love story.

Looking back on her life, Ruby says with confidence, “I can see how the Lord had His hand in our lives from the very beginning.”

By Philip Timothy, Message Staff Writer

MONTEREY – Brad Mount’s goal is to use his exceptional singing and musical talents to reach as many people as he can to further the kingdom of God.

And he’s very good at what he does.

Drawn more to the country-style of Gospel music, Mount, a gifted singer and musician, uses a number of well-loved Gospel favorites, hymns, in addition to original songs he’s written to reach people’s hearts and souls.