First person: Don’t let familiarity rob you of Christmas joy
December 12, 2025
Regarding Christmas specifically, genuine Christians would never show open contempt for the nativity, but our familiarity can rob us of its joy.
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River baptism a sign of momentum, spiritual growth for Georgia church
December 11, 2025
In 25 years as pastor of New Hope Christian Fellowship in McIntyre, Bill Harpe has not witnessed anything like what is happening right now at the 29-year-old church.
Christian actor, evangelist Kirk Cameron reignites debate on hell
December 11, 2025
Kirk Cameron recently reignited an old debate after publicly questioning the traditional doctrine of hell, which has been well known for three words: eternal, conscious torment.
Pastors encouraged during Advent message to ‘take the longer view’
December 11, 2025
Advent should remind justice-minded Christians their “yearning” and “longing for more” is rooted in the awareness God’s Kingdom has come, but it also is yet to come, theologian Will Willimon told religious leaders on a Zoom call convened by Pastors for Texas Children.
Former Truett McConnell University vice president indicted on felony charges
December 10, 2025
Former Truett McConnell University vice president Brad Reynolds was indicted Monday (Dec. 8) by a White County, Georgia, grand jury on three felony counts of making false statements to law enforcement, according to court records and officials.
National WMU’s Wisdom-Martin announces 2027 retirement plans
December 10, 2025
“Faithfulness in this season calls me to be present with my family in a way that cannot be sustained by the obligations of my current ministry role. Our mission remains unchanged because it is rooted in God’s calling, not in one individual. God’s plan for this organization is bigger than any single person’s role. I have every confidence the Lord will guide and undergird WMU. His faithfulness does not change.” —Sandy Wisdom-Martin
What about here? Australia bans children under 16 from social media platforms.
December 10, 2025
Australia is now the world’s first country to ban children under 16 from major social media platforms. As of Wednesday (Dec. 10), these targeted platforms include TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Reddit and Snapchat.
George Bullard’s new book released by TAB Media Group
December 10, 2025
Most congregations have not fully captured God’s vision for them and too often settle for average — rather than strive for exceptional, says George Bullard.
Foshie elected to lead Illinois Baptist State Association
December 9, 2025
Scott Foshie’s tenure as IBSA executive director officially begins April 1. But as of Jan. 1, he has a plan for his first 100 days. “In my apprenticeship season with Nate (Adams), which I am grateful for, I am also going to be in a deep listening season.”
Abuse lawsuits rising against Harvest Christian Fellowship’s founder Greg Laurie
December 9, 2025
The number of lawsuits filed against Harvest Christian Fellowship’s founder Greg Laurie — related to alleged abuse by a former Harvest pastor against young men at a children’s home in Romania — now stands at 12.
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