Advent in an ‘aggressively subjective, individualistic culture’
Advent should remind justice-minded Christians their “yearning” and “longing for more” is rooted in the awareness God’s Kingdom has come, but it also is yet to come, theologian Will Willimon told religious leaders on a Zoom call convened by Pastors for Texas Children.
‘Clear standard’: TN bill would criminalize disruption of worship services
State Rep. Greg Martin, R-Hixson, introduced legislation with the intent to strengthen state protections for places of religious worship, ensuring congregations across Tennessee can gather and practice their faith free from intentional obstruction, disruption or intimidation.
‘We’re in this together’: Program finds purpose behind bars
Roger Britton still remembers the prayer. One of the inmates working at Whites Creek Baptist Church in Rockwood bowed his head before a surprise steak lunch the congregation had prepared. What followed, Britton said, was “the sweetest prayer I have heard in a long time.”
First person: Dealing with difficult group leaders
So what happens when you realize you have a difficult leader on your hands in your group ministry?
Carrying the load: Why pastors are leaving the pulpit
A 2025 Lifeway Research article indicated while only 1 percent of protestant pastors on average decide to step down from ministry each year, the reasons for them stepping down are dynamic, with pastors facing many unique challenges and uncertainties.
First person: 10 privileges we get to do this Thanksgiving weekend
“I’m mindful as we approach this Thanksgiving weekend of so many things that most of us are privileged to do – even while some of our brothers and sisters around the world don’t get to do them,” writes Chuck Lawless.
First person: One generation away from no missionaries?
“We are one generation away from having no more missionaries.”
Snow, ice, frigid temps? No problem. Churches overcome storm via internet, other strategies
Though a winter storm may have prevented some churches from meeting in person Jan. 25, they still pressed forward with online services while others became the hands and feet of Jesus in their communities.