One of the saddest sights a television viewer will behold is a malnourished child from a Third World country suffering from hunger. The hollow eyes, the inadequate clothing, and the distended belly tell the story--this poor child is not being properly fed. Such tragic scenes rightly move even the most calcified sensibilities to compassion.
Even more heartbreaking from an eternal perspective is the pandemic famine of sound biblical preaching in the modern church. Faithful pastors and their flocks who love the Word of God can often find precious little in the way of supplemental spiritual resources. Malnourishment of the soul can be the tragic result. Thankfully, God has raised up in these strategic days a ministry for the local church that is vitally connected to the local church. Through Nourished in the Word, Ray Rhodes offers to the church the multiplied gifts of a godly disciple of Jesus Christ, a seasoned pastor, a passionate Bible expositor, a faithful shepherd of his family, and an insightful writer of Christian literature.
Perhaps you are looking for a missionary to support whose heart beats for the glory of God and for the health of His church; maybe you need a preacher for your next Bible conference who will expound Holy Scripture accurately and powerfully; you might need Bible curriculum for an upcoming study; or you may simply seek a worthy beneficiary of your prayers. The elders of Reformation Baptist Church join me in commending to you joyfully and without reservation Ray Rhodes for God's eternal glory and for your spiritual enrichment.
David W. Bailey, Ph.D.
Pastor-Reformation Baptist Church
Board Member-Nourished in the Word
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Ray Rhodes is a dedicated Christian, father, and minister. His ministry is built upon a resolute commitment to the Word of God. I especially appreciate the sincerity, humility, and integrity which have characterized all my dealings with him.
Dr. Donald S. Whitney
Associate Professor of Spiritual Formation Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
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There are not many men who are willing to leave the comforts of home to preach and teach in other venues. Ray has the right temperament and the exceptional gifts for just such a ministry. He is hard working, backed by a loving family, prepared to labor in times of feasting or famine. He has a proven preaching gift, and a disciplined life to back up what he says. He is respected and respectful. He's a learner and a teacher. He's a faithful friend to pastors and committed to the local church. He will help any church he addresses. I believe he will have a long and appreciated ministry.
Jim Elliff, President
Christian Communicators Worldwide
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Ray Rhodes is a man of integrity whose heart is set on seeing local churches strengthened and renewed by God's Word. His life commends his message.
Dr. Tom Ascol, Executive Director
Founders Ministries
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Thank God for Ray Rhodes and Nourished in the Word Ministries! Through the years Ray Rhodes has been a faithful friend to me and to the church I pastor. With striking clarity and sound, penetrating exposition, Ray brings the truth of God's Word to bear upon his listeners. He has a deep and abiding passion for God's glory and a love for Christ that is modeled consistently and purposefully. I heartily recommend Ray to your church.
Doug Mulkey
Senior Pastor, Mt. Zion Baptist Church
Canton, Georgia
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I thank God for Ray Rhodes' commitment to a high view of God and the sufficiency of Christ and the Scriptures. There are so many ministries out there that are shallow, unbiblical, and very man-centered. Nourished in the Word is not one of those. I have heard Ray speak at my church and I have also read some of his literature. Therefore, I can recommend his ministry to you.
Martha Peace
Author of "The Excellent Wife"
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If you are looking for some solid Word-centered, Christ-centered, Sovereign Grace preaching, I recommend you call Brother Ray Rhodes for your next Bible Conference, Camp Meeting, Revival, or whatever type of special event preaching you have or call it. Brother Ray's preaching comes from a pastoral heart that is evangelistic and grounded in the word of God. You can tell that he loves the Lord and His Word. He will be an encouragement to the Pastor(s)/Elder(s) and the congregation. He has a wonderful family, we had great fellowship and a great conference in the Lord, and he gave me pastoral advice and encouragement at my request. May the Lord continue to bless Brother Ray and Nourished In The Word Ministries according to His good pleasure.
Bret Lovitz
Pastor, Cornerstone Community Baptist Church
Deerfield Beach, FL
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I greatly have appreciated the ministry of Ray Rhodes. His preaching and personal ministry have blessed me and our church family several times.
He has ministered in the pulpit as well as at our Youth Camp. Both were
equally helpful. I warmly commend Ray and Nourished in the Word to
your church family.
John Crotts
Pastor-Teacher, Faith Bible Church
Sharpsburg, GA
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I have known Ray Rhodes for fifteen years and have found that his ministry is driven by a passion for the truth. With the conviction that every Christian should be rooted and grounded in the word, Ray offers indepth biblical teaching from the reformed tradition. I would commend him to you for your consideration and promise that his life and message will be a sweet treat for your soul.
Dr. James B. Law
Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church
Gonzales, LA
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Pastor Ray has a passion and zeal for the righteousness of God that comes
only from God. The message he brings is one of inspiration, directly from
God's wonderful Word, to walk with God in the power and strength of the
Holy
Spirit. The church needs uncompromising and righteous living in the
Spirit
of Truth, with rejoicing, and Pastor Ray is one of those vessels of God
uniquely situated to bring this message of refreshment to the church.
Tige Smith
Youth Pastor
Wisconsin
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I was introduced to Ray Rhodes and Nourished in the Word Ministries a few months ago. The heartbeat of Ray and the mission of Nourished in the Word are refreshing and needful in Christ's church today. Ray's ministry of the Word, a ministry that is both biblical and practical, has been a blessing to me and Grace Baptist Church. I praise the Lord for Nourished in the Word, and I highly commend Ray to your church.
Robie Hembree, Pastor
Grace Baptist Church
Canton, Georgia
