
‘We realized God had this’: Church celebrates paying off $12 million debt
“As time passed, I began to see God changing the mindset of our people,” Louisiana pastor says. “They began to see debt not as this mountain to climb but as a means through which God revealed Himself. We realized God had this.”

Bivocational pastor serves Lord in unexpected ways as coach, behind pulpit
From an early age, David Cox knew what he what he wanted to do when he grew up. But God

‘Game-changer’: Pro-life supporters in Louisiana celebrate pregnancy center’s grand opening
This center brings that commitment to life and it will be a game changer for the well being of women and the babies who get support for their new life there.”

How to avoid 5 payroll headaches for your church
I’ve seen firsthand the unique complications that payroll can cause for churches. Here are a few best practices that can save your church major headaches …

San Diego Association honors Carlisles for 5 decades of ministry
Highlighting the theme, “Advancing the Gospel,” more than 400 California Baptists and guests gathered recently in El Cajon, California, to celebrate the 81st anniversary of the founding of San Diego Southern Baptist Association.

Babylon Bee files suit against California censorship laws
The popular news satire group Babylon Bee — described as “your trusted source for Christian news satire” on its website — has filed a lawsuit against two California laws that “censor online content, including political satire and parody.”

National Adoption Month: Encouragement for the adoptive family
For many, adoption brings up the mental image of a courtroom full of smiling faces as the process is finalized. It is good to rejoice when kids are legally joined to their forever family. Children need and deserve family and permanence.

Executive order protecting women’s sports signed, praised as ‘encouraging and helpful’ step
The order defines “sex” strictly as an individual’s immutable biological classification, effectively ending efforts to tie transgender participation to Title IX protections.