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Kirk Kirkland to lead Lifeway Worship

November 13, 2025

Lifeway Christian Resources announced this week that Kirk Kirkland will step into the role of director of Lifeway Worship on Dec. 1. See related stories on

ERLC launches ‘Across State Lines’ initiative

November 10, 2025

The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention has launched a new initiative called “Across State Lines” to bring the hope of the gospel, advocacy for the preborn and tangible help to mothers in abortion-permissible states through the life-saving power of ultrasound technology.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 16

November 10, 2025

Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for November 16, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 16

November 10, 2025

Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for November 16, written by Darrell Nimmo, retired pastor living in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.

‘Thankful’: Fred Luter reflects on retirement plans

November 6, 2025

“Thankful.” That was one word Fred Luter, pastor of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, New Orleans, used as he reflected on his decades of ministry after

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 9

November 3, 2025

Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for November 9, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 9

November 3, 2025

Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for November 9, written by Darrell Nimmo, retired pastor living in Goodlettsville, Tennessee.

Opinion: Chuck Kelley’s take on SBC trends

October 31, 2025

“This is not a time for Southern Baptists to get mad. It is not a time to look for a person or persons to blame. Southern Baptist leaders need to know that we can handle disappointing news and face challenges with resolve, not rage. This is a time for Southern Baptists to buckle up and get ready for some tough news, some hard choices, and the necessity of working up hill for years,” said Chuck Kelley.