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First person: What I wish I knew before that first phone
Every Christian parent I know is bracing for the same day. The day the phone arrives.
Fewer than half of Americans believe Jesus’ virgin birth was a supernatural miracle? Study says yes.
Do fewer than half of Americans believe Jesus’ virgin birth was a supernatural miracle? According to the American Bible Society’s 2026 State of the Bible report, the answer is yes.
Hurricane Isaias response: Baptists serving meals, clearing debris and more
As the week begins, Southern Baptist disaster relief teams are on the move serving meals and clearing debris after Hurricane Isaias hit Florida’s Panhandle Oct. 9.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 18
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 18, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 18
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 18, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
First person: Are you stuck in the future?
“You are the future of the church.” “One day God is going to use you.” “Once you graduate…” “Once you complete…” “Once you…” Fill in the blank. But what about now?
ICYMI: How Sending Church Labs strengthen missionary support
The Sending Church Lab, facilitated by the International Mission Board, brought pastors, church leaders and missionaries together for two days of discussion, self-assessment and planning centered on one question: What does it mean for a church to truly be a sending church?
Baptist church used for Myanmar military graduation
On Sept. 23, a proxy military force operating under the supervision of the Myanmar military’s Northern Regional Command conducted a
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Study: Pastors are preaching longer — and churchgoers don’t seem to mind?
More pastors are preaching longer sermons, and most churchgoers are OK with it. In fact, a small but growing number
Clergy Act opens Social Security window of opportunity for ministers
The Clergy Act creates a two-year window allowing eligible clergy members and Christian Science practitioners to reverse a previous, permanent decision to opt out of Social Security and Medicare taxes.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 11
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 11, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
First person: How churches can respond to growing epidemic of adult child estrangement
We are discovering more and more Christian parents and grandparents sitting in church pews suffering silently as they face the intense pain of their adult children’s unexpected estrangement.
Hurricane watch: Baptists on standby, ‘ready to begin’ as Isaias approaches
This story has been updated since originally published. Your first question about this latest weather threat may involve how to
First person: Reflecting on Jim Bakker and ‘overnight’ impact of SBC’s TV network
Jim Bakker’s death brought back many memories of the PTL Club.
First person: Unique gift ideas to show appreciation for your pastor
We have a few weeks left in Pastor Appreciation Month. As I think about this month, I’m reminded of some
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 11
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 11, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
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Hurricane Isaias response: Baptists serving meals, clearing debris and more
As the week begins, Southern Baptist disaster relief teams are on the move serving meals and clearing debris after Hurricane Isaias hit Florida’s Panhandle Oct. 9.
First person: Are you stuck in the future?
“You are the future of the church.” “One day God is going to use you.” “Once you graduate…” “Once you complete…” “Once you…” Fill in the blank. But what about now?
ICYMI: How Sending Church Labs strengthen missionary support
The Sending Church Lab, facilitated by the International Mission Board, brought pastors, church leaders and missionaries together for two days of discussion, self-assessment and planning centered on one question: What does it mean for a church to truly be a sending church?
Hurricane watch: Baptists on standby, ‘ready to begin’ as Isaias approaches
This story has been updated since originally published. Your first question about this latest weather threat may involve how to
Hurricane Isaias response: Baptists serving meals, clearing debris and more
As the week begins, Southern Baptist disaster relief teams are on the move serving meals and clearing debris after Hurricane Isaias hit Florida’s Panhandle Oct. 9.
First person: Are you stuck in the future?
“You are the future of the church.” “One day God is going to use you.” “Once you graduate…” “Once you complete…” “Once you…” Fill in the blank. But what about now?
ICYMI: How Sending Church Labs strengthen missionary support
The Sending Church Lab, facilitated by the International Mission Board, brought pastors, church leaders and missionaries together for two days of discussion, self-assessment and planning centered on one question: What does it mean for a church to truly be a sending church?
Hurricane watch: Baptists on standby, ‘ready to begin’ as Isaias approaches
This story has been updated since originally published. Your first question about this latest weather threat may involve how to