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

Equipping churches to reach Deaf people with gospel
Dana Tarter summed up one of the challenges churches face in reaching Deaf people with the gospel in three words.

Is your church feeling the economic squeeze?
As the economy strains the U.S. public, pastors report increasing pressures and giving lagging behind inflation.

Gambling opponents take aim at prediction markets
Texans Against Gambling joined Stop Predatory Gambling and the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons in filing an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider a key provision of its landmark 2018 decision in Murphy v. National Collegiate Athletic Association, which struck down the federal ban on commercial sports gambling.

Pastor shares weight-loss journey — 101 pounds lost this year
DeWayne Gibson started 2026 at 280 pounds. By Monday morning, the senior pastor of Parkway Baptist Church in Hodgenville, Kentucky, weighed

‘It’s about Jesus’: TN Men’s Chorale sings in Germany’s streets, churches
Beneath the shadow of Cologne Cathedral, a choir of Tennessee Baptist men sang “Amazing Grace.” Passers-by stopped and recorded on

Kentucky church celebrates 103-year-old member
The West End Baptist Church in Paducah, Kentucky, honored longtime member of the congregation Pearl Holmes and celebrated her 103rd birthday Sunday.

Bible App use grows across Africa, many ‘turning to Scripture for answers’
Daily Bible engagement through YouVersion’s Family of Apps reportedly surged 63% across Sub-Saharan Africa in 2026.
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‘Serious violations’: Former Lifeway employee charged with misuse of funds
An inquiry by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a former Lifeway Christian Resources employee who most recently served as the director of Global Ministry.

Would discovering Noah’s Ark be ‘silver bullet for Christianity’?
As excitement around recent news on the possible discovery of Noah’s Ark in Turkey continues to build, founder of Answers

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

Recently revised numbers on compensation for pastors, church staff released
Compared to two years ago, the average Southern Baptist pastor’s pay package and total compensation grew slightly while still trailing inflation, according to recently revised numbers from a study conducted by Baptist state conventions along with Lifeway Research and GuideStone Financial Resources.

Pastors weigh in on challenges of preaching — and how less isn’t always more
Lewis McMullen, who makes a living coaching church planters, said younger generations are more hungry for theological depth — and pastors better be ready to deliver.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 25
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 25, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.

Here come the monsters — and gospel opportunities?
It’s that time of year. Skeletons, witches and a variety of Halloween monsters and related décor are covering front lawns

Oregon school shooting and struggle to make sense of ‘unimaginable’ loss
“A school should be a safe place where children can learn and feel secure. What happened today should never happen. Like so many in our community, I’m struggling to make sense of a loss that feels unimaginable,” said Bend Mayor Melanie Kebler
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Equipping churches to reach Deaf people with gospel
Dana Tarter summed up one of the challenges churches face in reaching Deaf people with the gospel in three words.

Pastor shares weight-loss journey — 101 pounds lost this year
DeWayne Gibson started 2026 at 280 pounds. By Monday morning, the senior pastor of Parkway Baptist Church in Hodgenville, Kentucky, weighed

Would discovering Noah’s Ark be ‘silver bullet for Christianity’?
As excitement around recent news on the possible discovery of Noah’s Ark in Turkey continues to build, founder of Answers

First person: Pastor, protect clarity like you protect theology
Pastor, you work hard to protect your church’s theology. You guard the pulpit, examine what’s taught and make sure the Gospel isn’t diluted or distorted. And rightly so! Eternity matters.

Equipping churches to reach Deaf people with gospel
Dana Tarter summed up one of the challenges churches face in reaching Deaf people with the gospel in three words.

Pastor shares weight-loss journey — 101 pounds lost this year
DeWayne Gibson started 2026 at 280 pounds. By Monday morning, the senior pastor of Parkway Baptist Church in Hodgenville, Kentucky, weighed

Would discovering Noah’s Ark be ‘silver bullet for Christianity’?
As excitement around recent news on the possible discovery of Noah’s Ark in Turkey continues to build, founder of Answers

First person: Pastor, protect clarity like you protect theology
Pastor, you work hard to protect your church’s theology. You guard the pulpit, examine what’s taught and make sure the Gospel isn’t diluted or distorted. And rightly so! Eternity matters.





