
Watch out for these red flags at your church
Not all churches are equal, and not all ministries are the same. While some are healthy and vibrant, others are spiritually harmful. Here are some red flags to identify a church that is heading in the wrong direction …

Chitwood: EC’s proposed budget increase for IMB would have ‘significant impact’
A dozen more fully funded missionaries could be sent to the nations if messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention approve

WMU’s board meeting underscores ‘meant for the mission’
Approximately 210 missions leaders from across the country gathered recently in Birmingham, Alabama, where they participated in general sessions, 22 conference options designed to equip and inspire, interactive opportunities and more.

It’s a ‘lifestyle’: John McClendon encourages leaders to make disciples
John McClendon has spent his adult life helping leaders make disciples. He is executive director of the Disciple Leader’s Network, based in Tennessee, though he plans to retire at the end of the year.

Hurting church finds restoration, healing after apology to former pastor
“Bethlehem church’s apology to this former pastor has simply restored to them the joy of their salvation, and made a significant difference in the character and disposition of our fellowship.”

‘Walking slowly’ with ‘opens hands’ marks a family legacy of service
Two phrases — not counting “my hero” — describe Bobby Cox, said his son Israel Cox and grandson Noah Cox,

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,

Billy Graham’s ‘Mr. Texas’ sparked faith films 70 years ago
Billy Graham hosted a Hollywood Bowl capacity 25,000 people, including Cecil B. DeMille, to premiere his venture into feature films