Churchgoers, pastors address how often it’s OK to skip church for kids’ sports
A Lifeway Research study of both U.S. Protestant pastors and churchgoers found most in both groups believe it’s OK to miss church occasionally for a kid’s game or travel sporting event, but those in the pews are laxer on the issue …
Kendrick brothers share behind-the-scenes look at film ‘The Forge’
Attendees to the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting were given the chance to watch an early screening of “The Forge,” a film from Stephen and Alex Kendrick. “The Forge” will be released exclusively in theaters Aug. 23.
Thanksgiving and what to know about giving thanks
Thanksgiving Day is fast approaching. Giving thanks is more than displaying good manners. Giving thanks enhances our spiritual and physical health. Here are six facts about giving thanks.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 29
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for September 29, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Why not?: North Carolina family shares hope, help through foster care
Foster parents Casey and Amber Norkett are constantly asked the question: Why? Already blessed with four biological children, ages 5–13,
The overlooked legacy of a fallen soldier
Capt. Sanford M. Brown Jr. was a member of the 139th Infantry, 35th Division primarily composed of men from Missouri. His father, Sanford M. Brown Sr., was co-owner and editor of Missouri’s Baptist newspaper, The Word & Way, in the 1920s.
Interested in serving as ERLC’s next leader? Here’s what you need to know
SBC’s Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission board of trustees announced today (Sept. 17) they are searching for a spiritually mature, pastoral in heart, Southern Baptist leader who is a proven unifier.
Georgia’s Sarepta Baptist Association celebrates 225 years of God’s provision
The Sarepta Baptist Association in Athens, Georgia, celebrated its 225th annual meeting on Oct. 6 at Maysville Baptist Church, reflecting on its history and God’s provision.