Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 15, written by Mark Rathel, pastor of Friendship Baptist Church in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.
Courageous leadership is never going to win popularity contests, but gospel courage empowers ministers to overcome fear, endure suffering and remain faithful despite criticism or hardship.
The National Survey of Religious Leaders report revealed 35% of all clergy in the U.S. serve bivocationally, holding an additional job outside of their congregational ministry.
Pastor Caleb Turner hones in on the spiritual foundation that dwells within Timothy, planted by his grandmother and mother. But what does it mean to dwell?
Jennifer Lyell, a former vice president of Lifeway who accused a seminary professor of sexual abuse in 2018, died yesterday (June 7) at age 47 after a series of massive strokes.
The plan calls for an investigation led by Richard Hyde of Phoenix Research LLC, the placement of TMU President Emir Caner on administrative leave pending the outcome, and the appointment of John Yarbrough as acting president.
If your association catches a vision for imagining itself in the lead missional role in the denomination by the year 2033, you will be proactively different.
Evelyn Tully of Illinois was honored with the 2025 Rosalie Hunt Devoted Patron Award tonight (June 7) during the WMU Foundation’s 30th Anniversary celebration event.
Roger Troutman’s love for animals and a willingness to step “outside the box” motivated him to learn more about The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race and take the steps to become a volunteer.
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