February 11, 2026 - The Baptist Paper

Students challenged to uphold religious freedom

February 11, 2026

John Litzler challenged Howard Payne University students to recognize and defend the Christian’s historic and ongoing role in protecting religious liberty.

Carrying the load: Why pastors are leaving the pulpit

February 11, 2026

A 2025 Lifeway Research article indicated while only 1 percent of protestant pastors on average decide to step down from ministry each year, the reasons for them stepping down are dynamic, with pastors facing many unique challenges and uncertainties.