NAMB trustees celebrate partnerships, health benefits for church planters
North American Mission Board trustees, meeting in Phoenix Feb. 14-15, spent time with area church planters and celebrated a new
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 28
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for September 28, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
‘Singing schools’ and their impact on American worship
Few today recognize the impact “singing schools,” which used “shape-notes” to teach music, has had on American worship. This music, which is associated with the tradition of “Sacred Harp Singing,” enhanced worship across the nation.
First person: Pastors appreciate your holiday gifts
It’s that time of year when many people are buying special gifts to thank those that have helped them throughout the year like their mail carrier, hairdresser, or child’s teacher. And many also consider a special gift for their pastor.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for December 24
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Dec. 24, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
First person: 15 ‘surprising’ goals to set for 2026
You might be already thinking about goals for the upcoming new year even though we’re a few weeks away from 2026, and I assume that some of those goals are related to your spiritual walk.
Iorg makes about face on retirement plans, prepares to ‘lead on’ in new role
Jeff Iorg on being elected the next SBC Exec Comm president: “I am thankful to God for the privilege of leading in this new capacity and for paying back in some way for what Southern Baptists have been to me for now more than 50 years.”
First person: Media isn’t a side ministry anymore — it is the ministry
Here’s the reality: Christian media isn’t fading — it’s becoming essential.