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BWA, Baylor University launch new partnership and select director for global Baptist leadership
The Baptist World Alliance and Baylor University in Waco, Texas, are launching a new academic partnership designed to equip Baptist leaders for global service.
First person: Wills are good, but not great in the end
At the Foundation, I have the opportunity to assist many individuals who serve in denominational ministry, as well as Arkansas Baptists who desire to leave a charitable gift to ministry through their estate plans.
‘It all starts with belief’: Embracing the call to plant a cowboy church
Most pastors dream of building a healthy, growing church. Chris Clarke believes God is calling him to leave one.
What did George Washington have to say about Baptist chaplains?
In 1776 there were 497 Baptist churches in the 13 colonies with approximately 10,000 church members. The effect of the great Separate Baptist revival was just beginning to be felt as Baptist growth would continue steadily into the 19th century.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for July 12
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for July 12, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Baptists and the struggle for liberty: Powder, pen, pulpit and prayer
With few exceptions, Baptists across the colonies, especially those who had experienced persecution, supported the American Revolution. Reasons included persecution, other grievances such as taxation without representation, and the tyranny exhibited by the British crown and royal governors.
America celebrates 250th birthday
John Adams thought America’s independence should be celebrated “with Pomp and Parade, with Shews, Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations from one End of this Continent to the other.”
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for July 12
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for July 12, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
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Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for July 5
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for July 5, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 28
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for June 28, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Greenway reflects on challenges, transitions and latest ministry venture
Adam Greenway has learned first-hand the challenges that come with transition and establishing new leadership in an organization. Today, Greenway appears to be all smiles while sharing how the last few years have strengthened his faith, trust and resolve in serving the Lord.
REVIEW: ‘Young Washington’ is a patriotic, stirring, hope-filled movie for America’s 250th
Hollywood has given us films about nearly every chapter of American history — the Civil Rights Movement, World War II, the Civil War and the Space Race. But, strangely, it has largely overlooked the life of the man many consider the most influential American in history: George Washington.
What did George Washington have to say about Baptist chaplains?
In 1776 there were 497 Baptist churches in the 13 colonies with approximately 10,000 church members. The effect of the great Separate Baptist revival was just beginning to be felt as Baptist growth would continue steadily into the 19th century.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for June 28
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 28, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
Chinese underground church pastor freed, arrives in U.S.
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, leader of one of China’s largest underground churches, has been released from detention and reunited with his family in the United States.
‘Zero! Exactly none!’: Study shows Christianity’s role in U.S. founding excluded by publishers
A study, which assessed more than 300 books curated by children’s publishers for America’s 250th anniversary, found that public libraries and publishers are ignoring Christianity’s role in the U.S. founding, focusing instead on progressive history.
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‘It all starts with belief’: Embracing the call to plant a cowboy church
Most pastors dream of building a healthy, growing church. Chris Clarke believes God is calling him to leave one.
Best missional actions are personal and Christlike
When your congregation chooses to reach out to its community context or the people groups God has called you to serve, from a Christ-centered faith perspective, you know your focus is to fulfill the Great Commission in the spirit of the Great Commandment.
Revolutionary War soldiers remembered by church memorial
As America celebrates its 250th birthday in July, Indian Fork Baptist Church will have a unique opportunity on Sunday to host the dedication of a memorial of three Revolutionary War soldiers from that community.
Happy 250th birthday, America!
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which was signed July 4, 1776.
‘It all starts with belief’: Embracing the call to plant a cowboy church
Most pastors dream of building a healthy, growing church. Chris Clarke believes God is calling him to leave one.
Best missional actions are personal and Christlike
When your congregation chooses to reach out to its community context or the people groups God has called you to serve, from a Christ-centered faith perspective, you know your focus is to fulfill the Great Commission in the spirit of the Great Commandment.
Revolutionary War soldiers remembered by church memorial
As America celebrates its 250th birthday in July, Indian Fork Baptist Church will have a unique opportunity on Sunday to host the dedication of a memorial of three Revolutionary War soldiers from that community.
Happy 250th birthday, America!
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, which was signed July 4, 1776.