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Christianity’s long history in North Africa drives fervent prayer today
Two stories worth of water wiped out land with Christian history and tradition dating back millennia on Sept. 11.
Your Voice: ‘His wind guided us safely home’
After paddling a mere 100 feet from shore, the blue sky turned black and a heavy downpour drenched us for roughly five minutes.
Rashional Thoughts: Understanding, keeping up with Southern Baptists no easy task
“Even amid difficult business sessions, trustee board members and leaders — such as the SBC Executive Committee’s Carolyn Fountain of Louisiana — frequently showcase the joy of the Lord through lighthearted moments shared with their peers.”
26 ways to honor your pastor during Pastor Appreciation Month
I publish this list each year, and I usually do it in October. I’m posting it this year in September so you and your church can consider ways to show gratitude to your pastor during next month’s Pastor Appreciation Month.
Church sees numbers double with help from IMB missionaries
“Once we began to minister outside of our own area, that’s where the growth really came from,” pastor Paul Huenefeld said.
Looking for growing Southern Baptist churches? Check the Northeast, study says
If you’re looking for a Southern Baptist church, you’re most likely to find one in the South. If you want to find a growing Southern Baptist church, however, you might try the Northeast.
Ongoing legal battle between Liberty, Falwell takes another twist
Jerry Falwell Jr. alleges misconduct by Liberty University’s board of directors and has attempted to ban the university from using images of his late father.
Athens Serve Tour helps Greek churches boost compassion ministry
More than 65 Serve Tour volunteers from 13 churches joined Greek local churches to bring physical help and gospel hope to a diverse city.
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Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for September 24
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 24, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.
Quick look at SBC Exec Comm agenda today, tomorrow
SBC Executive Committee board of trustees set to meet in Nashville tonight and tomorrow.
Updated: SBC Exec Comm members work through full agenda of heavy topics
During its Sept. 19 morning meeting in Nashville, the SBC Executive Committee board of trustees approved a readjusted operating budget for the 2023–24 fiscal year and dealt with a variety of heavy topics.
Recap of this week’s SBC Exec Comm meeting
While the anticipated next step regarding who will lead the SBC Executive Committee in the interim period changed mid-way through the trustees’ meeting this week, trustee chair Philip Robertson plans to begin a new search right away.
Blackwell steps down from BCHNC; financial review reveals misuse of funds
“Both parties have agreed that moving in the direction of new leadership is in the best interest of the organization and its mission of ‘sharing hope…changing lives,’” BCHNC said.
Closer look: What are SBC EC committees all about?
For those who may not know what those in SBC EC committee meetings specifically do, we compiled a description of each committee and its responsibilities according to SBC bylaws.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for September 24
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 24, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
SWBTS student delivers ‘stunning’ performance on America’s Got Talent
Southwestern Seminary student Lachune Boyd performed live before the nation on America’s Got Talent during the fifth qualifying round of the hit show on Sept. 19.
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26 ways to honor your pastor during Pastor Appreciation Month
I publish this list each year, and I usually do it in October. I’m posting it this year in September so you and your church can consider ways to show gratitude to your pastor during next month’s Pastor Appreciation Month.
USCIRF report identifies 95 countries with blasphemy laws
“Blasphemy laws are inconsistent with international human right law,” the report states.
5 steps to making a church logo that people will recognize
Creating a church logo is not for the novice. But it’s a necessity because we live in a visual world.
Revive Summit highlights possibilities for replanting, revitalizing
“In the last three years, the shift has been staggering: 435,000 lost in 2020; 410,000 in 2021; and then 484,000 in 2022. In total, the [Southern Baptist Convention] has lost more than 1.3 million people in just three years.”
26 ways to honor your pastor during Pastor Appreciation Month
I publish this list each year, and I usually do it in October. I’m posting it this year in September so you and your church can consider ways to show gratitude to your pastor during next month’s Pastor Appreciation Month.
USCIRF report identifies 95 countries with blasphemy laws
“Blasphemy laws are inconsistent with international human right law,” the report states.
5 steps to making a church logo that people will recognize
Creating a church logo is not for the novice. But it’s a necessity because we live in a visual world.
Revive Summit highlights possibilities for replanting, revitalizing
“In the last three years, the shift has been staggering: 435,000 lost in 2020; 410,000 in 2021; and then 484,000 in 2022. In total, the [Southern Baptist Convention] has lost more than 1.3 million people in just three years.”