Before we can ‘go and make’ we must ‘come and be made,’ missions leader says
Greg Mann, a 19-year missions veteran who now leads the International Mission Board’s Asia-Pacific Rim Peoples Affinity, speaks during the opening session of the 2024 Southern Baptist Convention Pastors Conference in Indianapolis.
First person: Self-absorption results in great loss
He preserved his smartphone at all costs, even if it meant potentially ending lives.
Duane Rollins, who accused Paul Pressler of years of abuse, has died
Duane Rollins, who had long suffered from health issues, accused Southern Baptist leader Paul Pressler of years of abuse.
Deadly TX flooding: Christian camp mourns 27 as death toll rises statewide
Amid horrific flash flooding that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend, Camp Mystic — an all-girls Christian summer camp — confirmed Monday (July 7) the loss of 27 campers and counselors. Statewide, the death toll from related flooding has reportedly reached at least 81 people, with dozens still missing.
Student takes stand after receiving failing grade for Christian views
Samantha Fulnecky’s final grade won’t be negatively affected by her Christian views on a controversial issue. The University of Oklahoma student recently complained she was discriminated against after receiving a zero on her essay that expressed her Christian views on gender.
Evaluate your church: ‘Random questions’ to ask now
“We know what questions we often ask about our churches. Is the church growing? Are we meeting budget? Are we making disciples? Take some time today to evaluate your church via these somewhat ‘random’ questions,” notes Chuck Lawless.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Jan. 26
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for January 26, written by Mark Rathel, pastor of Friendship Baptist Church in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for October 10
JOY AND CONTENTMENT Philippians 4:10–20 In all situations. (10–14) It appears some time elapsed between early gifts from the Philippian