
Study: Is public perception of Christians declining? 69% of churchgoers say yes.
A Lifeway Research study finds around 7 in 10 (69%) believe people’s perceptions of Christians in the U.S. are getting worse, while 21% disagree. Another 10% say they aren’t sure.

‘Prayer is the first thing’: Answered prayer celebrated by IMB workers in Central Asia
A double tragedy began Maggie LaBrecque’s prayers for two Central Asian women who are from a people group near and dear to her heart.

Rural church finds creative ways to serve community, international partners
A rural church in Georgia has been experimenting with some unique ways to revitalize their congregation and get them involved in serving their communities.

Moving north: Arkansas family called to missions in NYC
The N* family is moving north to serve among the North African and Middle Eastern people groups in New York City.

GCR Task Force audio files (part 8): Executive Committee leaders voice concerns
The Baptist Paper staff members continue their review of the audio files from the 2009–2010 meetings of the Great Commission Resurgence Task Force.

‘Worship in the wilderness’: Worship and media conference urges leaders to regain influence
The Mississippi Worship and Media Conference recently convened at First Baptist Church Fannin, drawing nearly 90 worship pastors, media ministers, guest speakers and exhibitors.

How stumbling Baptist associations regain focus
Stumbling associations are the most crucial of all associations because they often have wonderful potential but lack focus and proactive missional actions, writes George Bullard.

Abandoned country store draws churches, community together
When two senior adult men decided to open an abandoned country store, formerly the J.B. Warren & Son Grocery, as