
‘Waters were stirred’: River event makes big splash with baptisms, decisions for Christ
After a major turnout of both church members and visitors for GracePointe Baptist Church’s Church on the River in Kentucky, church leadership is encouraged and looking forward to similar future engagements.

First person: 6 habits that risk moral failure for pastors
Christian media expert Phil Cooke shares six habits that risk moral failure for pastors. “I’ve discovered a certain pattern of behavior from leaders who fail,” he writes.

SBC Executive Committee votes to waive attorney client privilege
Following a three-and-a-half hour meeting today in its second special called meeting, the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee voted 44

9 ways the church can help address community violence
Hold meetings to discuss the problem of rising crime in the community. Invite speakers from local agencies to address the

Opinion: A Christian response to a new president
“Regardless of one’s political views, I am reminded of two important principles of Scripture,” shares pastor Adam Dooley.

10 areas of focus for a prayer walk or prayer drive through your community
Many of us regularly walk through our neighborhoods, and almost all of us drive through our communities on a daily

Rashional Thoughts: Unexpected encounters, intentional moments can have lasting impact
Muscle memory kicked into action last week as my car topped the hill. Without even thinking, my right foot shifted

‘Cooperation and partnerships’: Asian Baptist leaders gather at IMB headquarters
Twenty Asian American leaders representing seven ethnicities gathered at the International Mission Board in Richmond, Virginia, May 2–4 to explore