Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for May 5
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for May 5, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.
‘Not seen the worst of it’: Heavy rains cause flooding, vast outages in eastern KY
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear continues to release updates through social media on the flash flooding that has pounded eastern Kentucky.
‘You can get through it’: Florida officer prays with suicidal man on bridge, saves his life
On April 12, an emotionally devastated young man stood atop the Dames Point Bridge in Jacksonville, Fla., poised to end it all. Seven officers from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office rushed to the scene.
Human rights group says attacks on Egyptian Christians were preventable
Attacks on two predominantly Christian villages in Egypt last week came after days of rising tensions, which the state’s security services did nothing to quell despite being notified of impending danger to Christians …
‘Love on them no matter what’ the goal for Texas pregnancy resource center
When Brandie Hayden, CEO of Wise Choices Pregnancy Resource Center in Decatur, Texas, comes to work each morning, she knows
‘Challenging times’: BGCT Executive Board addresses Baylor relationship
During its May meeting, the Baptist General Convention of Texas Executive Board heard reports concerning the relationship between Baylor University and the convention, as well as budgetary concerns expected to have a significant impact within the next couple of years.
Mental health awareness: How to minister with compassion
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and offer support to those who struggle with mental health issues.
Militants kill, kidnap Christians in northern Nigeria
Suspected Muslim terrorists in northern Nigeria killed an 86-year-old Christian in his home on Aug. 2 and kidnapped two others