Mississippi churches unite through ‘adoption,’ look to future
In what could be a model for other churches, First Baptist Church Aberdeen, Mississippi, adopted Community of Grace Church in Aberdeen, with their first official service taking place on Nov. 12.
Arkansas volunteers helping Texans affected by wildfires
Arkansas Baptist Disaster Relief teams are among those extending support to Texans grappling with the devastating wildfires sweeping through the state.
After Easter: 7 practical ideas to follow up with guests
Easter is always a good time to invite folks to attend church, and many church members work more diligently at inviting others during this season than any other. What we usually don’t do, though, is strategize to follow up …
SBC Financial Concerns: What You Need to Know
During SBC 2025, a key issue is the Executive Committee’s request for messengers (voting representatives from local churches) to approve the use of Cooperative Program (CP) funds for legal expenses. This is an explainer to give you context.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for March 9
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for March 9, written by Mark Rathel, pastor of Friendship Baptist Church in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.
Minnesota-Wisconsin Baptist editor celebrates 25 years of service — from Texas
Many Americans had to adjust to a new normal when they were forced to work from home at the start
Study: Evangelism lagging as churchgoers are ‘often eager, but not intentional’
A new Lifeway Research study shows that churchgoers say they want to share their faith, and many are praying for
Historic East TX church sees exponential growth after evangelism, visitation efforts
Mulberry Springs Baptist Church, about 15 miles northeast of Longview, doesn’t see a lot of traffic on a typical day. Yet the rural congregation — founded in 1892 — is building a new worship space to seat nearly 800 people.