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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.

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.

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

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.”