
Dozens of Christians kidnapped by Islamic extremists in northern Nigeria
Suspected Islamic extremists on July 25 kidnapped 36 people from a predominantly Christian village outside the city of Kaduna, in

Your Voice
Knocked down, but not out Some days, everything feels like a challenge. You may imagine you don’t have any fight

Tennessee church honors layman for 50 years as RA leader
Antioch Baptist Church in Humboldt recently honored Aubrey Wilson for 50 years as a faithful leader of young men through Royal Ambassadors (RAs).

First Person: Ministering to your community as school starts back
As the school year is upon us, what are some ways you and your church can engage your community through

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lessons for May 30
Trust God to Work Matthew 13:3–8, 18–23 I came home feeling frustrated and discouraged. I had failed another witnessing encounter.

‘No limitations’: Retired principal helps small town church expand missions focus around globe
Since his retirement in 2018, John Bowen has represented Bethsaida Baptist Church, Philadelphia, on three Vision Journeys with the Missions Mobilization department of the Mississippi Baptist Convention Board — to Poland, Laos and

Gospel goalie: Texas pastor excels on the ice
Some preachers are renowned for fiery sermons. One small-town Central Texas pastor is known, at least in some circles, for

Revisions to SBC business/financial plan and increased budget on agenda
Messengers to the 2021 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting, taking place June 15–16 in Nashville, will be asked to consider