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Union trustees authorize purchase of seminary campus
Union University will acquire the Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary property on Appling Road in Cordova, Tenn., after university trustees in their Dec. 5 meeting authorized the purchase.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 14
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for December 14, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
First person: I’ll be home for Christmas
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” is one of the most pleasant and beloved songs of the Christmas season. Although its
New health, wellness program launched for pastors
The Tennessee Baptist Mission Board is launching a new health and wellness program aimed at helping pastors develop consistent exercise habits and improve their physical fitness in 2026.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 14
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for December 14, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
First person: Why I’m not a fan of longer sermons
Okay, I admit my subjectivity here. And, I realize some (if not many) readers will disagree with me.
Food pantry sees growth as ‘small miracle’
The community food pantry at Apison Baptist Church in Apison, Tennessee, saw an uptick in demand this past November when the government shutdown disrupted SNAP benefits, forcing families to seek emergency food assistance.
Recalibrating, not retiring: pastor transitions ministry after two-decade tenure
After 19 years and 4 months, Fred McCoy is concluding his ministry as pastor of Houston Lake Baptist Church.
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Wife of slain missionary sentenced to 24 years in Angolan prison
The wife of 44-year-old SIM USA missionary Beau Shroyer, who was fatally stabbed in 2024, in Lubango, Angola — near where the couple and their five children lived — has reportedly been convicted and sentenced to 24 years in an Angolan prison.
Samaritan’s Purse plane hijacked in South Sudan; suspect arrested
A small single-propeller airplane belonging to Samaritan’s Purse was hijacked by an armed man Tuesday (Dec. 2) in South Sudan.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 7
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for December 7, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 30
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for November 30, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Dec. 7
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for December 7, written by Don Fugate, senior pastor of Foxworthy Baptist Church in San Jose, California.
Student takes stand after receiving failing grade for Christian views
Samantha Fulnecky’s final grade won’t be negatively affected by her Christian views on a controversial issue. The University of Oklahoma student recently complained she was discriminated against after receiving a zero on her essay that expressed her Christian views on gender.
Evangelist’s case goes before the Supreme Court
Authorities arrested Gabriel Olivier in 2021 after refusing to remain in a designated protest zone in Brandon, Mississippi.
Black Friday sales hit record levels; Baptists gear up for Giving Tuesday
Congratulations if you survived shopping on Black Friday (Nov. 28). The annual shopping tradition for many families prompted sales to hit record levels this year, rising about 4% from 2024, according to multiple media reports.
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First person: I’ll be home for Christmas
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” is one of the most pleasant and beloved songs of the Christmas season. Although its
First person: Why I’m not a fan of longer sermons
Okay, I admit my subjectivity here. And, I realize some (if not many) readers will disagree with me.
Food pantry sees growth as ‘small miracle’
The community food pantry at Apison Baptist Church in Apison, Tennessee, saw an uptick in demand this past November when the government shutdown disrupted SNAP benefits, forcing families to seek emergency food assistance.
First person: Christmas peace for the single parent
As a single dad, I spent many Christmas Eves alone. While I wrapped presents for my son, I sometimes wondered what he might be doing.
First person: I’ll be home for Christmas
“I’ll Be Home for Christmas” is one of the most pleasant and beloved songs of the Christmas season. Although its
First person: Why I’m not a fan of longer sermons
Okay, I admit my subjectivity here. And, I realize some (if not many) readers will disagree with me.
Food pantry sees growth as ‘small miracle’
The community food pantry at Apison Baptist Church in Apison, Tennessee, saw an uptick in demand this past November when the government shutdown disrupted SNAP benefits, forcing families to seek emergency food assistance.
First person: Christmas peace for the single parent
As a single dad, I spent many Christmas Eves alone. While I wrapped presents for my son, I sometimes wondered what he might be doing.