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First person: 10 reasons why unchurched people may find your small group uncomfortable
The healthiest churches I know have small groups that are intentional about reaching non-believers. They set that goal, and they seek to reach lost people and then disciple new believers. At the same time, though, I’m reminded of reasons unchurched or newly-churched folks may be uncomfortable attending your small group.
Free training available for churches to address sexual abuse
Many churches have begun using background checks to help prevent abuse, but fewer are trained in reporting potential abuse. Lifeway
First person: Where is God in our pain?
The recent flooding in Texas has left so many of us reeling. The loss of lives, especially the lives of children at Camp Mystic, is beyond comprehension.
BGCT churches unite to aid Kerr County flood relief efforts
Baptist General Convention of Texas churches in Kerrville, Texas, and surrounding areas are mobilizing their members to aid in relief efforts after the flooding of the Guadalupe River on July 4.
Baylor rescinds grant for LGBTQIA+ study following ‘concern and confusion’
Baylor University has rescinded a $644,000 grant intended to study the “disenfranchisement” of LGBTQIA+ individuals and women in churches, following
Critical aid helping Texans find ‘some sense of normalcy’ after flooding
While Baptist Disaster Relief teams are meeting immediate needs in central Texas, some clean-up efforts in areas like Kerrville may
Texas tragedy coverage offers opportunities to minister, serve
Not only am I a journalist, but also a Baptist journalist. And I have spent the better part of my career with people, hearing their stories and sharing what God is doing in the world around us.
Baptist DR teams providing ‘a little bit of hope’ as TX flooding death toll rises
As of Wednesday morning (July 9), the latest death toll from the horrific flash flooding in Central Texas had risen at least 119, with at least 150 people still missing, mostly in Kerr County, according to the latest media reports.
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‘It breaks your heart’: Texans continue search for loved ones amid flood damage
“It breaks my heart,” said Ashton Bolton, who grew up in Kerr County, Texas. “I’ve lived here my entire life. This is my home and I don’t know what to call this place anymore. It hurts. We just got to rebuild.”
Lifeway’s Ben Mandrell to preach in view of a call July 13 at Bellevue
The pastor search committee at Bellevue Baptist Church in Cordova, Tennessee, has unanimously recommended that Ben Mandrell, CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources become the church’s next senior pastor.
Search-and-rescue efforts continue in area affected by Texas floods
Search-and-rescue efforts continue in the hill country of Texas where 68 people are dead and more are missing after a catastrophic flash flood July 4.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for July 13
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for July 13, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Texas tragedy coverage offers opportunities to minister, serve
Not only am I a journalist, but also a Baptist journalist. And I have spent the better part of my career with people, hearing their stories and sharing what God is doing in the world around us.
Baptist DR teams providing ‘a little bit of hope’ as TX flooding death toll rises
As of Wednesday morning (July 9), the latest death toll from the horrific flash flooding in Central Texas had risen at least 119, with at least 150 people still missing, mostly in Kerr County, according to the latest media reports.
Deadly TX flooding: Christian camp mourns 27 as death toll rises statewide
Amid horrific flash flooding that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend, Camp Mystic — an all-girls Christian summer camp — confirmed Monday (July 7) the loss of 27 campers and counselors. Statewide, the death toll from related flooding has reportedly reached at least 81 people, with dozens still missing.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for July 6
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for July 6, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
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First person: 10 reasons why unchurched people may find your small group uncomfortable
The healthiest churches I know have small groups that are intentional about reaching non-believers. They set that goal, and they seek to reach lost people and then disciple new believers. At the same time, though, I’m reminded of reasons unchurched or newly-churched folks may be uncomfortable attending your small group.
First person: Where is God in our pain?
The recent flooding in Texas has left so many of us reeling. The loss of lives, especially the lives of children at Camp Mystic, is beyond comprehension.
Texas tragedy coverage offers opportunities to minister, serve
Not only am I a journalist, but also a Baptist journalist. And I have spent the better part of my career with people, hearing their stories and sharing what God is doing in the world around us.
Serving through Disaster Relief: One trip was all it took
“We found Disaster Relief to be a great organization,” said Johnie Alden.
First person: 10 reasons why unchurched people may find your small group uncomfortable
The healthiest churches I know have small groups that are intentional about reaching non-believers. They set that goal, and they seek to reach lost people and then disciple new believers. At the same time, though, I’m reminded of reasons unchurched or newly-churched folks may be uncomfortable attending your small group.
First person: Where is God in our pain?
The recent flooding in Texas has left so many of us reeling. The loss of lives, especially the lives of children at Camp Mystic, is beyond comprehension.
Texas tragedy coverage offers opportunities to minister, serve
Not only am I a journalist, but also a Baptist journalist. And I have spent the better part of my career with people, hearing their stories and sharing what God is doing in the world around us.
Serving through Disaster Relief: One trip was all it took
“We found Disaster Relief to be a great organization,” said Johnie Alden.