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From the Memo Board: March 2026

Important Dates to Know

March 1 – January Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
March 1 – February Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
April 1 – February Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
April 1 – March Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
April 15 – The last day to file your 2025 taxes without an extension.
April 13-17, 2026 – Family Fellowship Week in Sophia, NC.

 

For easy access to all of these dates, click here to download our WWNTBM Dates and Deadlines Calendar into your calendar app.

Benefits of Financial Reports for US Citizens

The Monthly Financial Report (MFR) is the tool that US Citizen Missionaries can use to become accountable to WWNTBM for their reimbursable expenses rather than having all funds listed as personal earnings. Over the course of 2025, 69% of those eligible chose to submit MFRs. By doing so, they were able to reduce their 1099 Personal Earnings by a combined average of 23.10%. If you are not currently utilizing MFRs and would like information about how to begin, please contact our office.

Family Fellowship Week

Family Week is fast approaching! We are excited to see the plans coming together, and we hope you are planning to attend. The week will begin with dinner on Monday evening, April 13, and will end with the Thursday night service. There will be free time in the afternoons so you and your family can enjoy the facilities or take in local attractions. Attendees are asked to stay for the entire week. Check-out will be Friday morning after breakfast.

If your plans for Family Fellowship Week have changed, click here to let the office know about your changes ASAP.

Click here to see more information and details about the week. We look forward to seeing you there!

World Wide Logo

In 2022, the World Wide office adopted a new logo. This logo can be used for your prayer letters, prayer cards, displays, and videos. We can also give you the embroidery file if you would like to get any attire embroidered.

These files are available in Secure Cloud in the file WW Logo for Prayer Cards and Presentations.

Tax Filing Information

The deadline this year to file US taxes for most taxpayers is Wednesday, April 15. If you have not yet contacted your tax preparer about filing your taxes, you need to do so as soon as possible. Failure to file on time, even if you are unable to pay on time, can result in additional penalties and interest. Individuals can receive an extension of the filing deadline, but please note that if taxes are owed, interest on those payments will begin as of April 15 even if you are not required to file until later in the year. All missionaries with WWNTBM are responsible for filing their own taxes. If the office can assist in providing paperwork to your preparer on your behalf, please let us know.

Selah International Counseling Ministries

Selah International Counseling Ministries exists to provide compassionate, Christ-centered counseling for those serving the Lord on the Mission field or in Ministry.

One of Selah’s ministries is personal counseling and care for ministry leaders. Ministry often requires pouring into others continuously, Selah is there to do the same – they want to pour into you and your family. Counseling services are available bilingual, in person, and virtually, ensuring accessibility for individuals and families serving in diverse locations.

Selah International Counseling Ministries also specializes in missionary debriefing and soul care for the entire family. Transitioning between cultures, returning from the mission field, or navigating long-term service can bring emotional and spiritual strain. Selah provides an environment for missionaries and their loved ones to process experiences, restore emotional health, and reconnect as a family.

Selah’s counseling services address a wide range of topics, including:

      • Grief and emotional challenges
      • Relationship and family dynamics
      • Behavioral issues
      • Crisis intervention and transitional support

In addition to counseling, Selah offers retreats designed specifically for those in ministry. These include pastoral retreats and workshops for missionaries and ministry leaders.

Selah International Counseling Ministries also hosts conferences designed to encourage those in Ministry. Two of the conferences they offer are:

Selah Refresh – a two-night conference in November held at the Wilds with a cost of $300 per person, it is created specifically for ministry leaders and missionaries to step away from daily responsibilities.

Selah Soul Care Conferences – in which they will come to your church and hold different conferences. Whether about marriage, parenting, teens, or on soul care in the church – they would love to come and serve your church in this way.

Prayer Requests and Special Days

Click here to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises, as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for this month.

Note: You will need to log in to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files, Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.

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Carnality vs. Spiritual Maturity: A Devotional Excerpt from Unshaken

Faith is not just about what we believe—it’s about how we live. As you work through these devotionals, my prayer is that you will grow stronger, stand firmer, and live bolder for Christ. No matter what comes, you can remain unshaken because your foundation is in Him. – John O’Malley

Below is an excerpt from Bro. John O’Malley’s book, Unshaken: Strengthening Your Faith. If you would like to read the book in its entirety, please click here.

1 Corinthians 3:1-3

“And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?”

Learn About It

Paul addresses the Corinthians with a rebuke—they are not growing in spiritual maturity. Though they had been Christians for some time, they were still acting like spiritual infants. He describes them as carnal, meaning they were living according to their fleshly desires rather than walking in the Spirit.

Paul explains that he had to give them milk instead of meat—he had to teach them the basics of faith because they were not ready for deeper spiritual truths. The evidence of their spiritual immaturity was clear: they were filled with envy, strife, and division. Instead of growing in love, unity, and selflessness, they were acting just like the unsaved world.

Carnality is a serious issue. A believer may be saved but still live in a way that reflects worldly attitudes rather than the character of Christ. Paul’s warning is clear—if we are not growing spiritually, we will remain weak and immature, unable to handle the deeper things of God.

Apply It to Me

Paul’s words challenge us to examine our own spiritual maturity. Just because we have been Christians for many years does not mean we are spiritually mature.
•Am I growing in spiritual maturity, or do I still struggle with envy, strife, and division?
•Do I crave spiritual nourishment from God’s Word, or am I content with just the basics?
•Are my actions more like those of the world, or do I reflect the character of Christ?

Spiritual maturity requires intentional effort—feeding on God’s Word, seeking wisdom, and allowing the Holy Spirit to transform our hearts. The goal is to move beyond spiritual infancy and grow into Christlikeness.

Talk to God about It

Lord, I don’t want to remain spiritually immature. Help me to hunger for Your Word, to put away childish attitudes, and to walk in the Spirit. Show me where I have been carnal in my thinking or actions, and help me to grow in faith, love, and wisdom. Teach me to desire the deeper things of Your truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Act on It

Identify one step of spiritual growth you need to take this week. It could be memorizing Scripture, spending more time in prayer, or surrendering an area of your life where you’ve been spiritually immature. Make a commitment to take that step today.

John O’Malley

If this article has been an encouragement to you, you can email Bro. O’Malley to let him know.

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From the Memo Board: February 2026

Important Dates to Know

February 1 – 1099 Forms and other tax documentation for the 2025 tax year will be available on SecureCloud.
February 1 – January Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries.
March 1 – January Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
March 1 – February Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
April 13-17, 2026 – Family Fellowship Week in Sophia, NC.

 

For easy access to all of these dates, click here to download our WWNTBM Dates and Deadlines Calendar into your calendar app.

New Excel Template for US Missionaries

A new Excel template for the year 2026 has been uploaded to SecureCloud. If you need a template with extra travel logs, please let the office know and we can provide you with one.

January financial reports for US Missionaries will be due on March 1. If you have not yet submitted your January report, please be sure to utilize the new template for all future reports.

Click here to view a Financial Report Checklist to ensure you are filling out your MFRs correctly. This checklist is also available in the Secure Cloud folder named Forms and Manuals.

Benefits of Financial Reports for US Citizens

The Monthly Financial Report (MFR) is the tool that US Citizen Missionaries can use to become accountable to WWNTBM for their reimbursable expenses rather than having all funds listed as personal earnings. Over the course of 2025, 69% of those eligible chose to submit MFRs. By doing so, they were able to reduce their 1099 Personal Earnings by a combined average of 23.10%. If you are not currently utilizing MFRs and would like information about how to begin, please contact our office.

New Mileage Rate

Beginning on January 1st, the IRS mileage rate has increased to $0.725 per mile for business/ministry miles. This change will be reflected in the new 2026 Excel template.

Preparing and Filing Taxes for US Missionaries

Please note that while our Office Staff is familiar with many of the IRS regulations that affect missionaries, we are not authorities on the subject. We will attempt to assist our missionaries in any way possible; however, questions that are beyond the scope of your mission’s status are best directed to a tax professional.

We will provide you with the following information at the end of January. You may wish to submit this to your tax preparer:

      • A copy of your 1099
      • A year-to-date Summary of the MFR information that you have submitted to the Office. This can be especially helpful if you have completed Categories 17-22, as many of those categories can affect your personal taxes. This will show your Personal Earnings Calculations for the year, as well as Housing Allowance information and details of estimated taxes we may have submitted for you during the year. There may also be notices on this document specifically for you and your tax preparer about any situations we are aware of that may impact your tax filing.

You should also provide your tax preparer with the following:

      • List of the dates that you were in the US vs. out of the country during the year.
      • Details of any Housing Expenses, to be used in addition to the Approved Housing Allowance for completing Worksheet 1 of IRS Publication 517.
      • Information on any retirement plans that you may have contributed to during the year, or that you have received a distribution from during the year.
      • Names and Social Security Numbers of all family members.
      • Names and dates of any family births or deaths (children and spouses), as well as whether you were married during the year.

US Treasury Department regulations require that if you have any foreign bank accounts, and if the sum total of all of your foreign accounts has ever been $10,000 or more at any time during the year, you should file the FBAR via FinCEN’s BSA E-Filing System. Further information is available on the IRS website at www.irs.gov.

You may also need to complete Form 8938, which deals with foreign assets.

If you participated in the Healthcare Marketplace, you will need to provide your tax preparer with Form 1095-A.

Family Fellowship Week

Family Week is fast approaching! We are excited to see the plans coming together, and we hope you are planning to attend. The week will begin with dinner on Monday evening, April 13, and will end with the Thursday night service. There will be free time in the afternoons so you and your family can enjoy the facilities or take in local attractions. Attendees are asked to stay for the entire week. Check-out will be Friday morning after breakfast.

If you have not yet contacted us to reserve your spot please do so ASAP by emailing Hannah Brenneman. Your final plans regarding attendance for you and any guests need to be communicated to our office by February 1, 2026. Changes made after this date will affect our contract billing with the retreat center. Click here to see more information and details about the week. We look forward to seeing you there!

New Missionary!

We are pleased to welcome Matthew and Anna Risinger to the World Wide family. The Risingers are members of the Fellowship Baptist Church of South Bend in South Bend, IN, under Pastor Stephen Wesco. They plan to serve the Lord in Cameroon. They have two children, Abraham and Janica, and a baby due in April.

Prayer Requests and Special Days

Click here to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises, as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for this month.

Note: You will need to log in to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files, Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.

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Dealing with Division in the Church: A Devotional Excerpt from Unshaken

Faith is not just about what we believe—it’s about how we live. As you work through these devotionals, my prayer is that you will grow stronger, stand firmer, and live bolder for Christ. No matter what comes, you can remain unshaken because your foundation is in Him. – John O’Malley

Below is an excerpt from Bro. John O’Malley’s book, Unshaken: Strengthening Your Faith. If you would like to read the book in its entirety, please click here.

1 Corinthians 1:10-13

“Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. For it hath been declared unto me of you, my brethren, by them which are of the house of Chloe, that there are contentions among you. Now this I say, that every one of you saith, I am of Paul; and I of Apollos; and I of Cephas; and I of Christ. Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul?”

Learn About It

Paul’s words to the Corinthians reveal a major issue in their church—division and factionalism. The believers were separating into groups based on who had taught them the gospel. Some were claiming loyalty to Paul, others to Apollos, some to Peter (Cephas), and another group even claimed Christ in an exclusive manner. This division was not doctrinal—all these men preached the same Christ. The problem was that people were letting personal preference and pride cause division in the church.

Paul makes a heartfelt plea in the name of Jesus that they should be unified in mind and judgment. This does not mean they must agree on every minor issue, but that they should have a shared purpose—Christ and His gospel.

The rhetorical questions in verse 13 are powerful: “Is Christ divided? was Paul crucified for you? or were ye baptized in the name of Paul?” Paul redirects their focus to who truly matters—Jesus Christ. No human leader, no matter how gifted, should take the place of Christ as the central focus of the church.

Apply It to Me

Divisions in the church are still common today. While we may not claim allegiance to Paul or Apollos, we often let denominations, leadership styles, worship preferences, or minor doctrinal differences divide us.
• Do I allow personal preferences to create barriers between me and other believers?
• Am I more loyal to a pastor, a ministry style, or a church tradition than to Christ Himself?
• Do I seek unity in my church, or do I contribute to division by gossiping, criticizing, or refusing to work with others?

Unity in the church does not mean compromising truth, but it does mean keeping Christ at the center. Division comes when we focus on ourselves, our opinions, or our preferences more than on Jesus.

Talk to God About It

Heavenly Father, I desire to be a peacemaker in Your church. Forgive me for times when I have allowed my preferences, pride, or opinions to create division. Help me to seek unity, to build others up, and to keep my focus on Jesus, the true foundation of my faith. Teach me to encourage peace and harmony while remaining firm in Your truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Act on It

This week, take a step toward church unity. Reach out to someone with whom you have had disagreements or tensions and seek to encourage them in Christ. Pray for your church to remain focused on Jesus rather than personal differences.

John O’Malley

If this article has been an encouragement to you, you can email Bro. O’Malley to let him know.

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From the Memo Board: January 2026

Important Dates to Know

January 1 – November Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
January 1 – December Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
January 13 – All Missionaries will receive their statements of December Support.
January 15 – All Missionaries will receive their final December support on this day, regardless of the day they normally receive support.
January 15 – December Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries, along with any remaining receipts or financial paperwork for 2025. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
February 1 – 1099 Forms and other tax documentation for the 2025 tax year will be available on SecureCloud.
February 1 – January Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries.
February 15 – The new 2026 MFR Template for US Missionaries will be available.
April 13-17, 2026 – Family Fellowship Week in Sophia, NC.

 

For easy access to all of these dates, click here to download our WWNTBM Dates and Deadlines Calendar into your calendar app.

Year-End Adjustments

During a typical month, we close the books on the 25th, and any checks received after that date are posted to the following month. This means that you receive your Support List and total income figures on or about the 25th, and we then deposit funds into your account(s) on the 29th, 5th, or 10th of the month after we have calculated estimated taxes, tithes, and other month-end payments.

Due to receipting requirements, we cannot do this in the month of December, as we are required by law to process funds that were postmarked in December as if they were received in December. This means we cannot close the books for December until January 10th, and therefore, we do not have final December figures until January 10th.

    • Final transfers of December funds (after all estimated taxes and tithes have been calculated) will be made for January 15th, 2026, regardless of the day you usually receive your monthly support.
    • Please be aware that your December support total may be higher than normal, while your January support total may be lower than normal. Please be sure to plan ahead for this!

December Financial Reports for US Missionaries

Please prepare now to ensure that your December financial reports are submitted on time.

December reports are due January 15th along with any outstanding paperwork from 2025.

If it is possible for you to submit your report before the due date, that would greatly assist our staff.

Please note that it is fine to submit a report without waiting for the Line 1 income figure. We can add that for you as needed. Reports should be submitted to [email protected]. Please be sure to include all receipts for expenses $75 and over at the same time you submit your report, so there are no delays in processing. Thank you for your help in these areas.

2025 Tax Refund Checks

As of September 30, 2025, the IRS will no longer issue paper checks for all Federal tax refunds. Please provide your tax preparer with your bank account information so you can receive your 2025 tax refund via direct deposit.

SecureCloud Packets

At the end of each month, we scan any mail that has come to the Office and place it in your SecureCloud folder. This would include check stubs for all bills paid by the office, as well as any cards or correspondence from donors. Please be sure to check SecureCloud periodically, especially once you receive the notice that December packets have been uploaded, as many missionaries have received Christmas cards and letters which are available to you there.

Housing Allowances for 2026

Housing allowances previously in place automatically roll over to the new year. Missionaries who are ordained are eligible to have a housing allowance in place, which can provide certain tax benefits. If you did not have a housing allowance in 2025 and would like to have one for 2026, or if you have questions regarding this, please contact our office.

New Excel Template for US Missionaries

A new Excel template for the year 2026 will be available on February 15. This will give us time to review the need for any possible updates. January financial reports will be due on March 1. Should you wish to complete your January report before the new template is available, you are welcome to submit it on the 2025 template.

Prayer Requests and Special Days

Click here to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises, as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for this month.

Note: You will need to log in to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files, Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.

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From the Memo Board: December 2025

Important Dates to Know

December 1 – October Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
December 1 – November Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
December 10 – All prayer letters the Office assists in mailing via Prayerletters.com should be submitted to our staff in order for your recipients to get them before Christmas.
December 16 – Please contact us by this date via Signal if you will need funds in your account before Christmas or if you will need a deposit between Christmas and the end of the year. This allows us time to schedule your deposit around bank holidays and the Office being closed.
December 17 – All prayer letters the Office assists in sending via Mailchimp should be submitted to our staff in order for your recipients to get them before Christmas.
December 23-29 – The Office will be closed in celebration of Christmas.

January 1 – November Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
January 1 – December Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
January 13 – All Missionaries will receive their statements of December Support.
January 15 – All Missionaries will receive their final December support on this day, regardless of the day they normally receive support.
January 15 – December Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries, along with any remaining receipts or financial paperwork for 2025. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
February 1 – 1099 Forms and other tax documentation for the 2025 tax year will be available on SecureCloud.
April 13-17, 2026 – Family Fellowship Week in Sophia, NC.

 

For easy access to all of these dates, click here to download our WWNTBM Dates and Deadlines Calendar into your calendar app.

Year-End Adjustments

During a typical month, we close the books on the 25th, and any checks received after that date are posted to the following month. This means that you receive your Support List and total income figures on or about the 25th, and we then deposit funds into your account(s) on the 29th, 5th, or 10th of the month after we have calculated estimated taxes, tithes, and other month-end payments.

Due to receipting requirements, we cannot do this in the month of December, as we are required by law to process funds that were postmarked in December as if they were received in December. This means we cannot close the books for December until January 10th, and therefore, we do not have final December figures until January 10th.

  • Please contact our Office by December 16th via the Signal app if you will need funds in your account before the end of the year. This helps our staff plan for all transfers before we close for the Christmas holiday.
  • The last day we will initiate a bank transfer in the year 2025 is December 18th. Most US Banks will be closed on New Year’s Day.
  • Final transfers of December funds (after all estimated taxes and tithes have been calculated) will be made for January 15th, 2026, regardless of the day you usually receive your monthly support.
  • Please be aware that your December support total may be higher than normal, while your January support total may be lower than normal. Please be sure to plan ahead for this!

Upcoming Financial Reports for US Missionaries

Please prepare now to ensure that your year-end financial reports are submitted on time. October reports are due December 1st, November reports are due January 1st, and December reports are due January 15th. If it is possible for you to submit reports before the due dates, that would greatly assist our staff. Please note that it is fine to submit a report without waiting for the Line 1 income figure. We can add that for you as needed. Reports should be submitted to [email protected]. Please be sure to include all receipts for expenses $75 and over at the same time you submit your report, so there are no delays in processing. Thank you for your help in these areas.

Year-End Prayer Letter Services

If the Office assists in mailing your prayer letters through PrayerLetters.com, please send us your information by December 10th for your recipients to receive it before Christmas.

If we assist with your MailChimp emails only, please get us your information by December 17th in order for your recipients to receive them by Christmas.

Please be aware that letters received in our Office after these dates may experience delays due to the holidays. Please plan the timing of your letters accordingly, and contact the Office if you have any questions. Thank you!

You should have received an email regarding our special letterhead options for Christmas. If you would like to send your prayer letter with one of our letterheads, please email your request to [email protected].

Our Office will resume processing prayer letters on January 6th, 2025.

2025 Tax Refund Checks

As of September 30, 2025, the IRS will no longer issue paper checks for all Federal tax refunds. Please provide your tax preparer with your bank account information so you can receive your 2025 tax refund via direct deposit.

New Missionaries!

We are pleased to welcome Andrew and Naomi Adams to the World Wide family. The Adams are members of First Baptist Church of Atoka in Atoka, TN, under Pastor Freeman Weems III. They plan to serve the Lord in Massachusetts. They have one son, Joseph.

 

We are pleased to welcome Julia Walker to the World Wide family. Julia is a member of Grace Baptist Church in Newport, NC, under Pastor Dwayne Ebron. She plans to serve the Lord in Liberia. She will serve alongside Miss Carrie Whaley, a missionary with Silent Word Ministries International, teaching sign language, training interpreters, and assisting in other ministries.

New Baby!

Benjamin Emil Bonikowsky was born on November 16, 2025. Benjamin is the fourth child of David and Raquel Bonikowsky, and joins siblings Leire (5), Sofia (4), and Aiden (2). The Bonikowskys are missionaries to Spain.

Prayer Requests and Special Days

Click here to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises, as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for this month.

Note: You will need to log in to SecureCloud in order to view this document. Once you have logged in, click on Files, Shared, then Headquarter Happenings, then scroll to the month you would like to view. This step protects people with WWNTBM in restricted access fields.

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Refocusing on Our Identity in Christ: A Devotional Excerpt from Unshaken

Faith is not just about what we believe—it’s about how we live. As you work through these devotionals, my prayer is that you will grow stronger, stand firmer, and live bolder for Christ. No matter what comes, you can remain unshaken because your foundation is in Him. – John O’Malley

Below is an excerpt from Bro. John O’Malley’s book, Unshaken: Strengthening Your Faith. If you would like to read the book in its entirety, please click here.

Refocusing on Our Identity in Christ

1 Corinthians 6:19-20

“What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God’s.”

Learn About It

Paul writes to the Corinthians to remind them of a powerful truth: they belong to God. Corinth was a city filled with immorality, and many of the believers had come out of a lifestyle of sin. Yet some still struggled with understanding their new identity in Christ.

Paul’s words are strong: “Ye are not your own.” The reason? They were bought with a price—the precious blood of Jesus Christ. Just as a slave in the ancient world could be purchased and transferred to a new master, every believer has been redeemed by Christ. This means that our lives are no longer about pursuing personal desires, but about glorifying God.

Paul also gives an important reminder: “Your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost.” Under the Old Testament law, the temple was the place where God’s presence dwelled. But now, God’s Spirit lives inside every believer. This truth carries a responsibility—because God dwells in us, we must live in a way that honors Him.

Apply It to Me

The world teaches that we are in control of our own bodies and choices. The message is often: “Do what makes you happy.” But Paul challenges this thinking by reminding us that we are not our own.

Think about how this applies to daily life:

    • How do you treat your body—not just in purity, but in health and discipline
    • Do your words and actions reflect someone who belongs to Christ?
    • When making choices, do you ask: “Does this glorify God?”

Living with the mindset that we belong to God changes everything. It means that our time, resources, and even personal desires must be surrendered to Him. Instead of asking, “What do I want?” we must ask, “What does God want for me?”

Talk to God About It

Father,
Thank You for purchasing me with the blood of Jesus. I confess that at times, I have lived as though I belong to myself. Help me to remember that I am Yours. Teach me to honor You in my body, my choices, and my actions. Let my life reflect Your holiness and bring glory to Your name. Give me strength to resist temptation and to live as a vessel for Your Spirit. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Act on It

Choose one specific way to glorify God in your body this week—whether through purity, self-discipline, healthier choices, or resisting temptation. Write it down and ask God to help you stay committed to it.
John O’Malley

If this article has been an encouragement to you, you can email Bro. O’Malley to let him know.

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Refocusing on Servanthood in Ministry: A Devotional Excerpt from Unshaken

Faith is not just about what we believe—it’s about how we live. As you work through these devotionals, my prayer is that you will grow stronger, stand firmer, and live bolder for Christ. No matter what comes, you can remain unshaken because your foundation is in Him. – John O’Malley

Below is an excerpt from Bro. John O’Malley’s book, Unshaken: Strengthening Your Faith. If you would like to read the book in its entirety, please click here.

Refocusing on Servanthood in Ministry

1 Corinthians 4:2

“Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.”

Learn About It

Paul describes himself and other ministers as stewards of the mysteries of God (1 Corinthians 4:1). A steward in biblical times was a servant entrusted with managing his master’s household or resources. His responsibility was not ownership, but faithful management.

In the same way, believers—especially those serving in ministry—are called to be faithful stewards of what God has entrusted to them. This includes the gospel, spiritual gifts, time, and influence. The primary requirement of a steward is not talent, intelligence, or popularity, but faithfulness.

Paul emphasizes that it is God, not people, who ultimately judges faithfulness (1 Corinthians 4:3-4). Others may misunderstand or criticize our efforts, but what matters is that we are obedient to the Lord. Faithfulness means continuing to serve, even when it feels unnoticed or unappreciated.

Apply It to Me

Faithfulness in ministry is often tested in seasons of discouragement. Have you ever felt like your efforts didn’t matter? Maybe you’ve served in church, raised your children in the faith, or shared the gospel with someone, yet you didn’t see immediate results. Paul reminds us that God sees and rewards faithfulness, even when others don’t.
Being a steward means recognizing that everything we have belongs to God. Our talents, our time, our influence—none of it is truly ours. The question is, are we managing these gifts faithfully?
    • Are you consistent in the responsibilities God has given you?
    • Do you serve with integrity, even when no one is watching?
    • Are you more concerned about pleasing God or gaining approval from others?

Faithfulness is measured not in moments of excitement, but in the quiet, everyday obedience to God’s calling.

Talk to God About It

Lord,
Thank You for entrusting me with the privilege of serving You. Help me to be a faithful steward, not seeking recognition but simply desiring to please You. In moments of discouragement, remind me that You see every effort and that faithfulness is what matters most. Keep my heart focused on Your approval, not the opinions of others. Strengthen me to continue serving, even when I don’t see immediate results. May I be found faithful in all You have called me to do. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Act on It

Identify one area of your life where you need to be more faithful—whether it’s in your prayer life, serving in church, sharing the gospel, or another responsibility. Commit to being consistent in that area this week, trusting that God values your faithfulness.

John O’Malley

If this article has been an encouragement to you, you can email Bro. O’Malley to let him know.

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From the Memo Board: November 2025

Important Dates to Know

November 1 – September Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
November 1 – October Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
November 11 – Most US banks will be closed for Veterans Day.
November 27-28 – The Office will be closed in celebration of Thanksgiving.
December 1 – October Financial Reports will be due for US Missionaries. This includes FNPO Reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations.
December 1 – November Financial Reports will be due for Non-Resident Missionaries. This includes FNPO reports for those with Foreign Non-Profit Organizations
December 10 – All prayer letters the Office assists in mailing via Prayerletters.com should be submitted to our staff in order for your recipients to get them before Christmas.
December 16 – Please contact us by this date via Signal if you will need funds in your account before Christmas or if you will need a deposit between Christmas and the end of the year. This allows us time to schedule your deposit around bank holidays and the office being closed.
December 17 – All prayer letters the Office assists in sending via Mailchimp should be submitted to our staff in order for your recipients to get them before Christmas.
December 23-29 – The office will be closed in celebration of Christmas.
April 13-17, 2026 – Family Fellowship Week in Sophia, NC.

 

For easy access to all of these dates, click here to download our WWNTBM Dates and Deadlines Calendar into your calendar app.

November and December Deposits

November Funds:

      • November funds will be deposited into your account(s) on November 29th, December 5th, or December 10th respectively.

December Funds:

      • Please contact our office by December 16th via Signal if you would like funds before Christmas and the end of the year. This allows us time to schedule your deposit around bank holidays and the office being closed.
      • Final December funds will be deposited on January 15th, regardless of the day you usually receive your monthly deposit. If you need a deposit prior to this date, please contact the office via Signal.

Upcoming Financial Reports for US Missionaries

Please prepare now to ensure that your year-end financial reports are submitted on time. October reports are due December 1, November reports are due January 1, and December reports are due January 15. If it is possible for you to submit reports before the due dates, that would greatly assist our staff. Please note it is fine to submit a report without waiting for the Line 1 income figure. We can add that for you as needed. Reports should be submitted to [email protected]. Please be sure to include all receipts for expenses $75 and over at the same time you submit your report so there are no delays in processing. Thank you for your help in these areas.

Year-End Prayer Letter Services

If the office assists in mailing your prayer letters through PrayerLetters.com, please send us your information by December 10th for your recipients to receive it before Christmas.

If we assist with your MailChimp emails only, please get us your information by December 17th in order for your recipients to receive them by Christmas.

Please be aware that letters received in our office after these dates may experience delays due to the holidays. Please plan the timing of your letters accordingly, and contact the office if you have any questions. Thank you!

You should have received an email regarding our special letterhead options for Christmas. If you would like to send your prayer letter with one of our letterheads, please email your request to [email protected].

Our Office will resume processing prayer letters on January 7, 2026.

Family Fellowship Week

We are beginning preparations for Family Fellowship Week 2026, which will once again be held at the Caraway Conference Center near Asheboro, NC. Our missions family greatly enjoys this quiet retreat location, which allows all services, lodging, meals, and activities to take place in one place.

Our next meeting will be held April 13-17, 2026. Please make plans to join us! Please watch your email for registration information in the coming days. Final reservations need to be communicated to the office by February 1, 2026.

This is a time to gather for fellowship and encouragement. Meals, lodging, and child care are provided. Attendees should plan to stay the entire week, beginning Monday afternoon, and ending after the Thursday evening service. (Lodging Thursday night and breakfast Friday morning are provided, but guests are welcome to leave Thursday evening if they wish.) There will be preaching and teaching sessions in the morning and evening, with free time in the afternoons. The week provides opportunities to rub shoulders with fellow servants from around the world in all stages of ministry. Please plan to join us.

Prayer Requests and Special Days

Click here to download a PDF of prayer requests and praises, as well as the birthdays and anniversaries for this month.

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Refocusing on the Judgment Seat of Christ: A Devotional Excerpt from Unshaken

Faith is not just about what we believe—it’s about how we live. As you work through these devotionals, my prayer is that you will grow stronger, stand firmer, and live bolder for Christ. No matter what comes, you can remain unshaken because your foundation is in Him. – John O’Malley

Below is an excerpt from Bro. John O’Malley’s book, Unshaken: Strengthening Your Faith. If you would like to read the book in its entirety, please click here.

Refocusing on the Judgment Seat of Christ

1 Corinthians 3:13

“Every man’s work shall be made manifest: for the day shall declare it, because it shall be revealed by fire; and the fire shall try every man’s work of what sort it is.”

Learn About It

Paul reminds the Corinthian believers that everything they do for the Lord will one day be tested. The “day” he refers to is the Judgment Seat of Christ—a future time when believers will stand before Christ, not for punishment, but for rewards.

Paul uses the metaphor of fire to describe how God will evaluate a believer’s works. Gold, silver, and precious stones represent things done for Christ with pure motives, while wood, hay, and stubble represent things done with selfish ambition or earthly priorities (1 Corinthians 3:12). Fire refines gold and silver but consumes wood and hay. Similarly, only what is truly done for Christ will last.

This verse is a sobering reminder that while salvation is by grace through faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), our works still matter. Every believer will one day give an account of their life—not to determine their salvation, but to reveal what they did with the opportunities God gave them.

Apply It to Me

It’s easy to get caught up in the temporary things of life—success, recognition, or personal comfort. But Paul urges us to think eternally. What are we building? Will our efforts stand the test of fire, or will they burn away?
Take a moment to consider:
•Are you serving God with pure motives, or are you doing things for recognition?
•Are you investing in things that will last for eternity, like sharing the gospel, discipling others, and growing in Christ?
•Or are you focusing only on things that are temporary—career, possessions, or entertainment?
God doesn’t judge success the way the world does. He looks at faithfulness. One day, He will evaluate not just what we did, but why we did it. Will your works remain when tested by fire?

Talk to God About It

Father,
Thank You for the reminder that my life will one day be tested by fire. Help me to live with eternity in mind, focusing on what truly matters. Show me where I have been building with “wood, hay, and stubble” instead of gold, silver, and precious stones. Teach me to serve You with pure motives, not for human approval but for Your glory. May my life be pleasing to You so that, on that day, I may hear, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.” In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Act on It

Examine your priorities. Make a list of three things you are investing your time in. Ask yourself, “Will this matter in eternity?” If not, consider how you can shift your focus toward things that have lasting value.

John O’Malley

If this article has been an encouragement to you, you can email Bro. O’Malley to let him know.