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Going beyond ‘participation trophy’ mindset in men’s ministry
As new research points to a shift in church attendance with men showing increased engagement in many age groups, Josh Smith believes the moment calls for more than celebration.

First person: Raising discernment in a culture of explicit entertainment
The recent 2026 Super Bowl LX halftime show featuring Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) sparked conversation and dialogue across the nation.

Disability Ministry Task Force ready for its SBC ‘moment’
Tom Stolle still remembers the frustration he felt years ago when he read a report that highlighted peoples views — and apparent lack of understanding — of those with disabilities.

Pressley: Gospel ‘drive’ keeps SBC strong
As he nears the end of his second term as SBC president, and with Valentine’s Day weekend in the rearview

Iorg highlights ‘steady’ SBC progress amid ongoing challenges
During the Executive Committee’s winter meeting in Nashville, Jeff Iorg shared his report emphasizing “steady incremental progress” despite ongoing challenges

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 22
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Feb. 22, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.

First person: AI, trauma healing and reaching the unreached
Last week in Silicon Valley, I got a glimpse of the future of missions, and it is not what I thought it would be.

Evangelist, ‘lifelong’ Southern Baptist Jerry Spencer dies at 86
Jerry Spencer, a Southern Baptist evangelist who preached to millions across more than 50 countries and served in key denominational leadership roles for decades, died Feb. 14, 2026, in Savannah, Tenn.
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Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 15
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Feb. 15, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.

Alabama Baptists’ Rick Lance announces retirement plans
After nearly three decades of leadership by Rick Lance, Alabama Baptists are preparing for a time of transition.

Evangelist, ‘lifelong’ Southern Baptist Jerry Spencer dies at 86
Jerry Spencer, a Southern Baptist evangelist who preached to millions across more than 50 countries and served in key denominational leadership roles for decades, died Feb. 14, 2026, in Savannah, Tenn.

Winter storm update: Baptist teams tackle icy conditions to help those in need
A storm system that has moved across much of the U.S. is wreaking havoc on millions as snow, sleet and freezing rain are leaving many without electricity and unable to travel.

Baptist college’s lawsuit secures ‘necessary victory, not a complete one’
Hannibal-LaGrange University announced Feb. 6 the resolution of its federal lawsuit against the Department of Education.

‘Open mic legend’ Wiley Drake remembered as ‘one of a kind in SBC life’
Wiley Drake, a California pastor who rallied Southern Baptists to boycott Disney in the 1990s, has died.

Study: What did the average churchgoer score on Bible engagement?
Most churchgoers place a high value on the Bible, but only about a third commit to reading it every day.

Pastors minister to Canada community following deadly mass shooting
The tragedy, which involved a local high school and nearby home, is being called one of the worst mass shootings in Canada’s history.
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First person: Raising discernment in a culture of explicit entertainment
The recent 2026 Super Bowl LX halftime show featuring Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) sparked conversation and dialogue across the nation.

Disability Ministry Task Force ready for its SBC ‘moment’
Tom Stolle still remembers the frustration he felt years ago when he read a report that highlighted peoples views — and apparent lack of understanding — of those with disabilities.

Iorg highlights ‘steady’ SBC progress amid ongoing challenges
During the Executive Committee’s winter meeting in Nashville, Jeff Iorg shared his report emphasizing “steady incremental progress” despite ongoing challenges

‘Work in progress’: How to reach Gen Beta
“Generation Beta is only a year old now — they are a work in progress.”

First person: Raising discernment in a culture of explicit entertainment
The recent 2026 Super Bowl LX halftime show featuring Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) sparked conversation and dialogue across the nation.

Disability Ministry Task Force ready for its SBC ‘moment’
Tom Stolle still remembers the frustration he felt years ago when he read a report that highlighted peoples views — and apparent lack of understanding — of those with disabilities.

Iorg highlights ‘steady’ SBC progress amid ongoing challenges
During the Executive Committee’s winter meeting in Nashville, Jeff Iorg shared his report emphasizing “steady incremental progress” despite ongoing challenges

‘Work in progress’: How to reach Gen Beta
“Generation Beta is only a year old now — they are a work in progress.”





