
Police occupation of home provides gospel opportunity
CHENGDU, China — Four believers in China are using police occupation of their dwelling as an opportunity to share the

New report reveals ‘significant decline in Christian affiliation, rise in non-Christian faiths’
A new report from Dr. George Barna and the Cultural Research Center at Arizona Christian University reveals a dramatic shift in America’s spiritual landscape.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for April 9
I Have Seen John 20:1–18 The crucifixion and resurrection of the incarnate Jesus is the heart of the Christian faith.

National Day of Prayer set for May 5
Believers nationwide will together intercede in prayer May 5, marking the annual National Day of Prayer in public gatherings, small

First person: 10 reasons why unchurched people may find your small group uncomfortable
The healthiest churches I know have small groups that are intentional about reaching non-believers. They set that goal, and they seek to reach lost people and then disciple new believers. At the same time, though, I’m reminded of reasons unchurched or newly-churched folks may be uncomfortable attending your small group.

SWBTS trustees elect Dockery 10th president, Hawkins chancellor
David S. Dockery has been elected 10th president, and Southern Baptist leader O.S. Hawkins was elected to the new role

Retreat for ministry wives emphasizes renewal, living in the light
Nearly 150 Kentucky Baptist pastors’ wives gathered for teaching, fellowship and encouragement during Radiant, a retreat sponsored by Kentucky Baptist

Church planters in Alaska encouraged by home church in Louisiana
David Gamble has served as a church planter with the North American Mission Board for the last 10 years in