
‘Whatever it takes’: He literally ‘runs the race’ to get to church service on time
The New Testament exhorts believers to “run the race.” For one Kentucky Baptist that became a literal necessity this past Sunday.

Biker pastor reaching nonbelievers as a chaplain
Mahlon LeCroix believes pastors should practice what they preach.

‘Equip and rejuvenate’: Conclave conference draws nearly 800 youth ministers, spouses
Nearly 800 youth ministers and spouses from 21 different states attended this year’s three-day Conclave conference in Chattanooga last month.

Faith, community needed to face ‘greatest challenges people are facing in our communities’
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee called on faith communities, nonprofits, philanthropists alike to help address Tennessee’s most pressing social challenges during

First person: 10 privileges we get to do this Thanksgiving weekend
“I’m mindful as we approach this Thanksgiving weekend of so many things that most of us are privileged to do – even while some of our brothers and sisters around the world don’t get to do them,” writes Chuck Lawless.

Opinion: Chuck Kelley’s take on SBC trends
“This is not a time for Southern Baptists to get mad. It is not a time to look for a person or persons to blame. Southern Baptist leaders need to know that we can handle disappointing news and face challenges with resolve, not rage. This is a time for Southern Baptists to buckle up and get ready for some tough news, some hard choices, and the necessity of working up hill for years,” said Chuck Kelley.

Persecution against Christians rising: Open Doors releases 2025 World Watch list
Persecution against Christians continues to increase around the globe. The number of believers facing high levels of persecution and discrimination for their faith rose to more than 380 million, Open Doors reported.

Dangers of sports betting spotlighted at state Baptist meeting
Messengers to the Nov. 4-5 Illinois Baptist State Association annual meeting were presented with five resolutions by the Resolutions and Christian Life Committee which were overwhelmingly approved.