
First person: Developing a culture of invitation
Since we live in such a secular culture, it’s easy to think most nonbelievers are indifferent — even hostile — to the idea of attending church.

Illinois Baptists honor Adams before retirement
It was a celebration of tears and laughter, as messengers at the IBSA Annual Meeting honored Executive Director Nate Adams ahead of his planned retirement. Two moments stand out.

‘Unique opportunity’: 100 TX students to serve, share gospel during Christmas break
Go Now Missions, a ministry of Baptist General Convention of Texas that mobilizes university students to share the love of Christ around the world, has appointed 100 student missionaries to serve and share the gospel during Christmas break.

‘Do Not Be Afraid’: Why she knows more of God through cancer
Cathy Blalock stood on Folly Beach, listening to the waves and watching the dark clouds roll in. “A storm is coming,” she thought. She reached for her phone and texted a friend who was going through a hard time.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for January 7
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Jan. 7, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for April 24
Returning! 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11 Jesus Christ is returning to earth, and when He does nothing will ever be the same.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for May 1
KNOW WHAT’S COMING Matthew 24:15–22 Jesus continues the discourse from the beginning of the chapter in which He answers the

Christian refugee teen expelled from Sudan for her faith
The Muslim family of an 18-year-old Sudanese refugee in the northern border region of South Sudan on Thursday evening (Jan. 8) expelled her from their home for her faith in Christ, sources said.