
Family thankful for adoption journey, God’s faithfulness
Before Chance and Brittany McConnell even met, God was weaving the thread of adoption into their story. And now, 11 years into marriage, two of their three children are adopted — all 3 a testament to the Lord’s kindness and faithfulness …

Before Sunday, church leaders should reflect on 7 questions
Here are some self-reflection questions for church leaders — especially those who are preparing to preach or teach this weekend — to consider…

Barber challenges Southern Baptists to do ‘the right thing even if it is risky’
At critical moments in history, God has led imperfect people to do the right thing to impact His Kingdom —

First person: Remembering God’s faithfulness and goodness as a special needs parent
Lauren Grim shares the joys, challenges and lessons that come from parenting a special needs child. Sanctity of Life Sunday is Jan. 21.

Tips for following up with church visitors
At our church, one of our guest services mottos is: The first visit should set up the second visit. My

Exposed email sparks accusations of SBC EC being complicit in hiding abuse
A recently revealed email, posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Jan. 19, spotlights an April 2021 message from former Southern

Church connects to community through local college basketball
Pump Springs Baptist Church in Harrogate, Tennessee, has a mission field that is less than five minutes from the church — Lincoln Memorial University, a four-year, private liberal arts university.

Christian worker, daughter freed after being kidnapped in Haiti
The American nurse and her child who were kidnapped July 27 in Haiti are now free.