Preacher turns old sermons into global ministry through social media
October 29, 2025
“I was lost and would be in hell had it not been for the grace of God and a second chance of life,” Paul Leftwich said.
Tennessee Baptist and Reflector
93-year-old woman baptized in her grandson-in-law’s swimming pool
October 28, 2025
Ruth Starkey stood in her grandson-in-law’s swimming pool, surrounded by family and neighbors. At 93, she was about to make a public declaration of faith.
TN woman marks Sunday School legacy of 70 years
October 24, 2025
Say the name Edwina Griffith around First Baptist Whitwell and chances are everyone will know exactly who she is.
‘Needed now more than ever’: Church librarians champion Christian reading
October 22, 2025
“As it is often said, ‘The lap is better than any app!’”
TN Baptist volunteers offer aid after explosion at plant
October 13, 2025
With warm words, warm smiles and warm food, Tennessee Baptist Disaster Relief volunteers are aiding the recovery efforts in Hickman County in the aftermath of Friday’s deadly explosion at the Accurate Energetic Systems plant.
Women’s trip on the Appalachian Trail helps group ‘reset and refocus’
October 8, 2025
Five wives trudged the final steps into Hot Springs, physically exhausted but spiritually renewed after three days and 16 miles on the Appalachian Trail.
First person: Heroes sometimes wear yellow hats
September 26, 2025
A year after Hurricane Helene, Tennessee Baptist volunteers from across the state continue running toward the impact zone to help people dig out and rebuild, both their homes and their lives.
Long haul: DR volunteers still at work in East Tennessee
September 25, 2025
The remnants of Hurricane Helene unleashed devastating floods across Appalachia and East Tennessee one year ago, but the storm still rages for many.
Off the Grid ministry pushes ministers, their families out of comfort zones
September 24, 2025
When ministry wives traded their familiar routines for hiking boots and backpacks, they discovered more than mountain vistas along the Appalachian Trail.
Faith, community needed to face ‘greatest challenges people are facing in our communities’
September 15, 2025
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee called on faith communities, nonprofits, philanthropists alike to help address Tennessee’s most pressing social challenges during a Faith and Community Summit
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