Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for January 4, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
They hold various signs proclaiming, “Jesus is Lord,” “Jesus saves me,” and “We can pray for you,” written in three languages — Chinese, English and Spanish. They also distribute gospel tracts, candies and other items.
Organizers and participants of the 2025 Youth Evangelism Celebration praised God for the 571 students who made decisions for Christ, Nov. 23-24, in the Laborde Earles Coliseum in Alexandria.
As we enter 2026, many church pastors make resolutions: grow attendance, launch new ministries, or refresh programs. But one resolution often gets overlooked: stop the chaos in church communication.
William “Bill” Choate, a longtime leader of Baptist Collegiate Ministry in Tennessee whose influence shaped generations of college students, died Dec. 19 at age 67.
For many, images of glowing lights, nostalgic carols, bountiful tables and family gatherings are synonymous with Christmas. Yet, amidst our celebrations is a dark underbelly that, though suppressed, competes for our attention every December.
I’ll start with a confessional. Sometimes, Christmas music gets on my nerves. But before you call the grinch squad on me, I’ll explain. I will use The Little Drummer Boy as a jumping off place.
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for December 28, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.