
Gospel courage empowers ministers to remain faithful despite criticism, hardship, Harrison says
Courageous leadership is never going to win popularity contests, but gospel courage empowers ministers to overcome fear, endure suffering and remain faithful despite criticism or hardship.

Partnership between Ohio, FL Baptists to strengthen churches, leaders
The State Convention of Baptists in Ohio has entered a new partnership with the Florida Baptist Convention. To announce the

TN Baptists host IMB Sending Celebration: 49 new missionaries appointed
On Nov. 10, New Vision Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, hosted a Sending Celebration that featured 49 newly appointed missionaries. The IMB event kicked off the Tennessee Baptist Convention’s annual meeting.

Seattle church challenges believers to serve community
Acts of service can open the door for God to work, church planter Kevin Gibbs says. Leading Discovery Church, Seattle,

Students sharpen preaching skills in local churches
Gaining valuable preaching experience, Union University students participated in a special preaching opportunity hosted by the Dyer Baptist Association on Oct. 6 when six churches volunteered to open their pulpits to students …

First person: The kitchen table is a pastor’s ‘secret weapon’
One of the most undervalued tools in a pastor’s toolbox is the exercise of hospitality. When listing the characteristics of

Sign language interpreters do a work of love in Deaf churches
“We were intentional in making sure that the Deaf community was integrated into the life of the church and to see them as part of us, irrespective of their disability,” said pastor Quintin Few Sr.

Get noticed! 6 tips for naming your church Christmas event
The proper naming of your church Christmas event can determine its success. People attend Christmas events for many reasons (secular