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Report: Christian children targeted in Sri Lanka
Some Christian schoolchildren in Sri Lanka, especially children of non-traditional church pastors, are targeted by both bullies and teachers for their faith, according to a study by the National Christian Evangelical Alliance of Sri Lanka (NCEASL).

Florida woman sentenced for scamming Camp Mystic donations
A Florida woman who impersonated the father of a Camp Mystic flood victim to solicit donations through GoFundMe has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to online fraud, ABC 13 reported.

Texas churches mobilize partnership with Ukraine
The Healing Path Movement, a church-to-church program connecting Baptist congregations in Texas with Ukrainian churches, is celebrating a growing network of more than 40 Texas Baptist churches while preparing for new ministry opportunities, including an upcoming trip to Ukraine.

BGCT announces final changes to realignment, right-sizing
On July 27, during the July Staff Week, Texas Baptists leadership announced the final round of staff and structure changes to realign and right-size convention ministries.

Religious groups in India concerned over legislation
The Indian government reintroduced the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, on July 20, the opening day of the India Parliament’s annual monsoon session.

Closer look at the use of GLP-1s
GLP-1s, or glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, have saturated the news, social media and pharmacy ads.

Study: Christians use AI more than other Americans
In what some might find surprising, Christians are tapping into artificial intelligence (AI) more than other Americans, with many even

Bigfoot draws variety of loyal characters — even some curious Baptists
“We’re definitely finding Bigfoot,” Chad Allen declared on Facebook before traveling with his family to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, this past weekend.
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Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for July 26
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for July 26, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for July 26
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for July 26, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.

Bigfoot draws variety of loyal characters — even some curious Baptists
“We’re definitely finding Bigfoot,” Chad Allen declared on Facebook before traveling with his family to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, this past weekend.

First person: How this photographer found God in the birds
I never expected to begin a new life at 63. For years I was known as a landscape photographer. My work had been exhibited, published and recognized, and I assumed that chapter of my creative life would simply continue.

‘Shocking message’: Finnish lawmaker denied travel to U.K. following hate speech conviction
The U.K. government has barred Finnish Member of Parliament Päivi Räsänen from entering the country due to Finland’s Supreme Court convicting her of hate speech.

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.

First person: Reflecting on our ‘great out west adventure’ and life lessons
My family, especially me, still talks about our “great out west adventure” that covered more than 5,000 miles. We took the trip nearly a decade ago, but I fondly remember it like it happened earlier this summer — especially the part of the trip on Route 66.

Not done yet: Church treasurer turns 100 years old
One hundred years old today, Alma Dean Hicks has served as treasurer of Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Leakesville for 65 faithful years, and she has no intention of retiring.
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Report: Christian children targeted in Sri Lanka
Some Christian schoolchildren in Sri Lanka, especially children of non-traditional church pastors, are targeted by both bullies and teachers for their faith, according to a study by the National Christian Evangelical Alliance of Sri Lanka (NCEASL).

Religious groups in India concerned over legislation
The Indian government reintroduced the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, on July 20, the opening day of the India Parliament’s annual monsoon session.

Bigfoot draws variety of loyal characters — even some curious Baptists
“We’re definitely finding Bigfoot,” Chad Allen declared on Facebook before traveling with his family to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, this past weekend.

One woman’s impact through decades of children’s ministry
There are many words that describe Unadilla First Baptist Church’s Eddie Lee Bowen. Servant-hearted, humble, and unwavering come to mind.

Report: Christian children targeted in Sri Lanka
Some Christian schoolchildren in Sri Lanka, especially children of non-traditional church pastors, are targeted by both bullies and teachers for their faith, according to a study by the National Christian Evangelical Alliance of Sri Lanka (NCEASL).

Religious groups in India concerned over legislation
The Indian government reintroduced the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, on July 20, the opening day of the India Parliament’s annual monsoon session.

Bigfoot draws variety of loyal characters — even some curious Baptists
“We’re definitely finding Bigfoot,” Chad Allen declared on Facebook before traveling with his family to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, this past weekend.

One woman’s impact through decades of children’s ministry
There are many words that describe Unadilla First Baptist Church’s Eddie Lee Bowen. Servant-hearted, humble, and unwavering come to mind.





