
Pakistani activists seek end to abuse of blasphemy laws
With a soaring number of blasphemy allegations in Pakistan in 2023, rights activists are reiterating demands for legislation against blatant abuse of the country’s notorious blasphemy laws.

WMU and its impact on churches shared by a coal miner’s daughter
Sandy Wisdom-Martin, Woman’s Missionary Union (WMU) national executive director-treasurer, shared her story of missions legacy and learning set by her father and the small Baptist church where she grew up.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for May 12
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for May 12, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.

Q&A with Bruce Frank, candidate for SBC president
The Baptist Paper reached out to each of the six individuals who have announced intentions to be nominated for president of the Southern Baptist Convention at the 2024 SBC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, June 11–12.

America votes: Trump wins 2nd term; pro-life movement wins, losses
Following a contentious election campaign, Donald Trump declared victory early Wednesday morning and is projected to win the presidency of the United States.

BCNY exec director Terry Robertson announces retirement plans
Terry Robertson, executive director/treasurer of the Baptist Convention of New York, announced his retirement June 4 after 20 years of service.

First person: The impact of true friendships
“I love the reminder in Ecclesiastes 4 that ‘Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their efforts. For if either falls, his companion can lift him up … ,'” writes Rhonda Rhea on friendship.

Georgia man seeks to build unity one wave at a time
Ned Vandiver loves his walk. He strides with purpose, like a man on a mission. Actually, he is. While driving