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 Are you ‘maxxing’ life to the fullest? Dictionary.com’s 2026 Word of the Year 

October 27, 2026

“Used on its own or attached to almost anything else, maxxing can be earnest, aspirational or mocking. It captures the very 2026 urge to keep pushing harder while also giving us a way to poke fun at ourselves when optimizing our lives starts to feel absurd.” —Dictionary.com

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Should Christians watch ‘scary’ movies? Topic sparks online debate.

October 23, 2026

In a recent episode, “The Great Halloween Debate,” well-known Christian podcaster Allie Beth Stuckey cautioned followers of Christ to use discernment when approaching the cultural holiday — but she didn’t hold back on the “horror” genre.

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Would discovering Noah’s Ark be ‘silver bullet for Christianity’?

October 21, 2026

As excitement around recent news on the possible discovery of Noah’s Ark in Turkey continues to build, founder of Answers in Genesis and the Ark

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French authorities arrest over 2,400 people during protests

October 19, 2026

French authorities arrested more than 2,400 people during nationwide protests that erupted into rioting over rising living costs and poor school conditions, the Associated Press reported.

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Andy Stanley to step down from leadership at North Point Church; successor nominated

October 19, 2026

Andy Stanley, founding pastor of Atlanta-area North Point Community Church, announced Sunday (Oct. 18) plans to step down from leadership roles in 2027. Meanwhile, Stanley’s successor has been nominated.

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Here come the monsters — and gospel opportunities?

October 19, 2026

It’s that time of year. Skeletons, witches and a variety of Halloween monsters and related décor are covering front lawns in neighborhoods throughout the United

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Fewer than half of Americans believe Jesus’ virgin birth was a supernatural miracle? Study says yes.

October 12, 2026

Do fewer than half of Americans believe Jesus’ virgin birth was a supernatural miracle? According to the American Bible Society’s 2026 State of the Bible report, the answer is yes.

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Hurricane Isaias response: Baptists serving meals, clearing debris and more

October 12, 2026

As the week begins, Southern Baptist disaster relief teams are on the move serving meals and clearing debris after Hurricane Isaias hit Florida’s Panhandle Oct. 9.

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Hurricane watch: Baptists on standby, ‘ready to begin’ as Isaias approaches

October 9, 2026

This story has been updated since originally published.  Your first question about this latest weather threat may involve how to pronounce Hurricane Isaias. For those

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New season of life: Empty nester ministry provides support — including to those in ‘denial’

October 5, 2026

For many new empty nesters, it can be a jarring moment. You’re walking down a hallway of your home and an empty room hits you emotionally in ways you didn’t expect. Here’s how one church is offering support.

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