
‘Start somewhere’: IMB Senders Summit helping churches equip people ‘to go’
“If we don’t start, we’re not going to do anything,” said Paul Colton, pastor of mobilization and sending at Calvary Church, Clearwater, Florida.

Christian persecution rising; North Korea remains atop 2024 World Watch List
North Korea remains atop the list of countries where persecution of Christians is highest, Open Doors said Jan. 17 amid the release of its 2024 World Watch List.

Study shows pastors fine with AI use for graphic design, not for writing sermons
Pastors are comfortable with artificial intelligence for graphic design and marketing but not for preparing sermons, the Barna Group found a survey done earlier this year.

Paris 2024 Olympics: How 300 Baptist volunteers plan to impact lives
As the nations descend upon the French capital this July, the International Mission Board’s Paris team anticipates a whirlwind summer of opportunity for sharing Christ.

DNC wraps up; Harris accepts party’s nomination
The Democratic National Convention wrapped up Thursday evening (Aug. 22) with vice president Kamala Harris accepting the DNC nomination during her speech. The Republican National Convention was held July 15–18.

‘Bay Leaf Builders’ complete 600th ramp as ‘hands and feet of Jesus’
A Wake County, North Carolina, church celebrated a significant milestone for one of its ministries that has been serving the community for 15 years.

Nepal flooding brings death, damage as monsoon season ends
Devastating flooding and landslides in Nepal recently claimed the lives of more than 200 people, while others remain missing or left to recover from the damage.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for May 12
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for May 12, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.