
New guidance on gender transitions draws spotlight
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has just issued new guidance urging that gender-related surgical procedures not be performed on patients under the age of 19.

First person: Raising discernment in a culture of explicit entertainment
The recent 2026 Super Bowl LX halftime show featuring Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) sparked conversation and dialogue across the nation.

KY church making ‘prolonged impact’ by meeting physical, spiritual needs
Unity Baptist Church in Ashland, Kentucky, went fishing for men, and the bait was IMPACT Ashland, a mercy-based ministry event providing free resources to their community.

Vance Pitman named president of NAMB’s Send Network
Vance Pitman, who planted Hope Church Las Vegas in 2000 and pastored there 21 years, will lead the North American

Pastor, 10 others killed by militant Muslim Fulani herdsmen in Nigeria
Militant Muslim Fulani herdsmen killed a kidnapped pastor and 10 others in ongoing attacks upon Christians in Nigeria, Morning Star

Mentors spark growth needed in journey toward Spirit-filled life
Reflecting on my half century, I can see how God has been faithful to place mentors in my life to help guide me during specific seasons, which assures me He will continue to do the same going forward.

‘Giving a voice to the voiceless’: Ultrasound machines dedicated in Tennessee
The Psalm 139 Project, a pro-life ministry of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention, in a

Christian family in Laos expelled for faith; worship service halted
In one province of Laos, a Christian family was expelled for their faith and, in another province, a worship service was disrupted and members threatened with arrest.