Providing more than meals, meeting ‘critical’ need
For nine years, First Baptist Church in Portland has run a summer feeding program that does more than fill empty stomachs.
IMB releases prayer guide for Morocco earthquake victims
“We grieve the thousands of people who entered eternity after a devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake, Sept. 8, in Morocco. As we face this lostness and devastation, we won’t be silent,” the International Mission Board urged.
‘God-sized’ challenge: Church aims for 10,000 conversations across 5-year evangelism push
The goal is to have 2,000 conversations a year, which is approximately 40 conversations per week for this mid-sized congregation. “That’s not absurd, and that’s not lowballing,” said Rob Tims.
Pastor, 10 others killed by militant Muslim Fulani herdsmen in Nigeria
Militant Muslim Fulani herdsmen killed a kidnapped pastor and 10 others in ongoing attacks upon Christians in Nigeria, Morning Star
Georgia Baptists give Bibles to high school seniors
The Bibles, provided by The Gideons International, featured the school colors, and the gift bags were packed by the church youth groups. The bags included cookies, crackers, candy and messages such as “Jesus Loves You” written on them.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for October 15
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 15, written by Mark Rathel, professor at the Baptist College of Florida in Graceville, Florida.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for October 22
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 22, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
‘Little House on the Prairie,’ filled with life lessons, now free on Peacock TV
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