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India police open investigation into vanished report on anti-Christian violence
Police in eastern India have opened a criminal investigation into the disappearance of an official report on the killing of about 100 Christians and the destruction of hundreds of church buildings in 2008.
First person: What does it mean to belong to a church?
You’ve probably heard that old story of the sailors who encountered a man stranded on an island, alone, for many years.
BWA names new director of communications, media
Following a global search, the Baptist World Alliance names Jeff Peck its new director of communications and media.
Faith groups work to influence change, deliver goods to a Cuba in crisis
In the face of an accelerating U.S. pressure campaign, deteriorating public utilities and economic inefficiency, Cuba’s communist government on Thursday (June 18) announced sweeping economic reforms, the largest privatization since before Fidel Castro’s revolution in 1959.
Christian officer barred from policing wins settlement in UK
A Christian police officer in the UK has reached a settlement with a county police force who suspended him after he expressed concerns over radical Islam.
Former Truett-McConnell president Emir Caner files lawsuit against Georgia school
Former Truett-McConnell University President Emir Caner has filed a breach-of-contract lawsuit against the Georgia Baptist school, claiming trustees wrongfully terminated him in September 2025 and seeking lost wages, speaking income, attorney fees and other damages.
Shaped by grace: Developing godly character for young men
Something has gone wrong with the picture of manhood in our culture. On one side, there is a version of masculinity that measures a man by his toughness, his conquests and his refusal to show weakness. On the other hand, there is an apologetic passivity that has little to offer a young man searching for a worthy vision of what he ought to become.
First person: It’s never too early to teach your kids theology
One afternoon, I heard my two-year-old’s voice crackling through the monitor after putting her down for a nap. At first, it sounded like the familiar chatter. But as I listened, I realized she wasn’t babbling.
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Opinion: Before you criticize the SBC, read this
“The Southern Baptist Convention has been taking it on the chin this week, and I’ve heard it from several different directions. So I felt led to defend the SBC.”
Former Truett-McConnell president Emir Caner files lawsuit against Georgia school
Former Truett-McConnell University President Emir Caner has filed a breach-of-contract lawsuit against the Georgia Baptist school, claiming trustees wrongfully terminated him in September 2025 and seeking lost wages, speaking income, attorney fees and other damages.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for June 21
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for June 21, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Brazil court sentences homeschooling parents to prison for ‘intellectual neglect’
A Brazilian court has sentenced parents Audato and Ieda Denardi to 50 days in prison for homeschooling their children. A judge convicted them of “intellectual neglect” for not including curriculum that includes “gender and sex education” and “tolerance and diversity” education.
Former national WMU president Hoffman dies at 90
Known for her thoughtful leadership and sincere love for people, Janet Hoffman often reminded others that following Christ begins with intimacy with Him through prayer and His Word and overflows into faithful service to others.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for June 14
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 14, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
World Cup visitors, America’s 250th celebration reminders of ‘how good we have it’
World Cup soccer fans from overseas are gushing all over social media about their trips to the USA — and here’s why Americans should take notice.
First person: Dad, you don’t realize how much you matter
Father’s Day is often an opportunity to celebrate the ordinary sacrifices fathers make for their families. Those contributions deserve to be celebrated.
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First person: What does it mean to belong to a church?
You’ve probably heard that old story of the sailors who encountered a man stranded on an island, alone, for many years.
Shaped by grace: Developing godly character for young men
Something has gone wrong with the picture of manhood in our culture. On one side, there is a version of masculinity that measures a man by his toughness, his conquests and his refusal to show weakness. On the other hand, there is an apologetic passivity that has little to offer a young man searching for a worthy vision of what he ought to become.
Not done yet: Church treasurer turns 100 years old
One hundred years old today, Alma Dean Hicks has served as treasurer of Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Leakesville for 65 faithful years, and she has no intention of retiring.
New demographics tool to save Baptists ‘hours and hours … of work’
“This is a very powerful tool,” Victor Chayasirisobhon gushed June 10 at an hour-long meeting of the Ethnic Research Network. “This is going to save me hours and hours — if not days! — of work.”
First person: What does it mean to belong to a church?
You’ve probably heard that old story of the sailors who encountered a man stranded on an island, alone, for many years.
Shaped by grace: Developing godly character for young men
Something has gone wrong with the picture of manhood in our culture. On one side, there is a version of masculinity that measures a man by his toughness, his conquests and his refusal to show weakness. On the other hand, there is an apologetic passivity that has little to offer a young man searching for a worthy vision of what he ought to become.
Not done yet: Church treasurer turns 100 years old
One hundred years old today, Alma Dean Hicks has served as treasurer of Cedar Grove Baptist Church in Leakesville for 65 faithful years, and she has no intention of retiring.
New demographics tool to save Baptists ‘hours and hours … of work’
“This is a very powerful tool,” Victor Chayasirisobhon gushed June 10 at an hour-long meeting of the Ethnic Research Network. “This is going to save me hours and hours — if not days! — of work.”