
Update: Johnny Hunt jury trial on hold
In an order issued Monday, May 12, Judge William L. Campbell Jr. announced that the jury trial in the lawsuit brought by Johnny Hunt against the Southern Baptist Convention and others has been canceled.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 5
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for October 5, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.

Second VP role gets second nominee, making it first contested SBC race so far
A second nominee has been announced for second vice president of the Southern Baptist Convention, making it the first contested race for an SBC post so far this year. Craig Carlisle, current Alabama convention president, will be nominated.

Christian musician’s admission shines light on ‘double life’
Days after an investigation revealed allegations of sexual assault against Christian musician Michael Tait, the former Newsboys frontman publicly admitted to abusing cocaine and alcohol and touching men “in an unwanted sensual way.”

Kendricks’ ‘The Forge’ aims to ignite a discipleship movement within churches
The faith-based filmmakers who highlighted prayer in “War Room,” strong marriages in “Fireproof,” and godly fatherhood in “Courageous” have a new movie with a new theme: discipleship.

Judge’s ruling on conditions in TX prison gives ‘positive tailwind’ to Baptist efforts
The ruling notes: “At the outset, the Court notes that the parties are in agreement that air conditioning all TDCJ facilities is necessary as a matter of inmate health and safety.”

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for June 29
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for June 29, written by Mark Rathel, pastor of Friendship Baptist Church in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Former ABSC executive director Don Moore dies at 91
Former executive director of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention Don Moore died Oct. 14 at the age of 91.