First person: Praying for the Christians of Iran
As pundits yell and bombs fall, I would implore everyone reading this to pray that our leaders turn to God for wisdom during this time and that our Christian brothers and sisters in Iran would be protected, encouraged and comforted in coming days.”
NASA engineer: Artemis II mission confirms his awe of God
As Artemis II captured the nation and world during its journey toward the moon, Andrew Riddle, an engineer contracted by NASA and a member of First Baptist Church, New Orleans, said the lunar orbit highlighted God’s creation.
103-year-old Catherine Ponder faithfully plays her part in ministry
Over the years, Catherine Ponder has continued to play the piano regularly at Old Walnut Ridge Baptist Church, spanning a period of 90 years except for a few gaps for illness and during World War II.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for February 19
I KNOW MY OWN John 10:7–14, 25–30 Virgil, a hearty South Dakotan, raised sheep. When he stepped outside his house,
Duane Rollins, who accused Paul Pressler of years of abuse, has died
Duane Rollins, who had long suffered from health issues, accused Southern Baptist leader Paul Pressler of years of abuse.
Study: Mainline pastors less likely to hold historic Christian doctrine
According to the National Survey of Religious Leaders report, “Clergy who lead predominantly white mainline Protestant churches are much less likely to hold traditionally orthodox Christian beliefs than clergy in any other group.”
Will McRaney continues legal battle against NAMB
Will McRaney has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a Fifth Circuit ruling that dismissed his lawsuit against the Southern Baptist Convention’s North American Mission Board under the church autonomy doctrine.
Former sheriff killed in hit-and-run, remembered for legacy and faith
“On Sunday morning, he sat in the foyer to make sure everyone was safe and okay,” pastor Jimmy Koonce recalled. “He was always a very quieting, comforting presence.”