First person: AI, trauma healing and reaching the unreached
February 16, 2026
Last week in Silicon Valley, I got a glimpse of the future of missions, and it is not what I thought it would be.
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Evangelist, ‘lifelong’ Southern Baptist Jerry Spencer dies at 86
February 16, 2026
Jerry Spencer, a Southern Baptist evangelist who preached to millions across more than 50 countries and served in key denominational leadership roles for decades, died Feb. 14, 2026, in Savannah, Tenn.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 22
February 16, 2026
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Feb. 22, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
New podcast dives into humorous side of pastoral ministry
February 16, 2026
A new podcast titled “It Could Only Happen to a Pastor” was recently launched by the North American Mission Board and is hosted by Southern Baptist pastors Matt Capps and Josh Reavis. The show invites listeners into the hilarious, awkward and “did that really happen?” moments that come with shepherding a local church.
‘Work in progress’: How to reach Gen Beta
February 16, 2026
“Generation Beta is only a year old now — they are a work in progress.”
ICYMI: Teaming up to bring timeless message to Winter Olympics
February 15, 2026
Continue to pray for missions efforts during 2026 Winter Olympic games.
ICYMI: ‘Elder statesman of youth ministry’ points students to life-changing truths
February 14, 2026
At 60 years old, evangelist Douglas Runkles — better known as “Runks” — considers himself the “elder statesman of youth ministry.”
Church livestreams: How many watch ‘live’ versus later?
February 13, 2026
Let me start by saying that one of my great frustrations is the number of churches that discontinued their Sunday livestream broadcast after the pandemic.
‘Clear standard’: TN bill would criminalize disruption of worship services
February 13, 2026
State Rep. Greg Martin, R-Hixson, introduced legislation with the intent to strengthen state protections for places of religious worship, ensuring congregations across Tennessee can gather and practice their faith free from intentional obstruction, disruption or intimidation.
Young people and genuine experiences with God
February 13, 2026
Redefine your measurements for success if you want to reach the next generation, said Seth Conerly, pastor of Metro Community Church in Illinois.
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