
First person: Serving the Lord in times of war
Ever wonder how pastors should lead in times of war, especially when the pastors are serving those directly impacted by

Ukrainian churches remain ‘key agents of God’s work’ amid ‘poisonous hatred,’ evangelical leaders share
A former Russian Baptist union leader, speaking from Moscow, voiced an apology for his countrymen who are “participants in this

Jeffress seeks to rebuild historic Dallas sanctuary following fire
After the fire that all but destroyed the historic chapel at First Baptist Dallas on Friday (July 19), senior pastor Robert Jeffress promised congregants that the church will rebuild.

Federal judge to California: Pay $4.5 million after losing lawsuit over gender-identity policies
A federal judge has reportedly ordered California to pay $4.5 million in legal fees after losing a lawsuit over school

Financial planning, guidance boosts church’s planting efforts
When it comes to church planting, it should begin with prayer, identifying potential leaders, training and sending them out. At least, that’s the way Risen Life Church does it — and church plants like Redeeming Life Church have benefitted.

Student leaders in Ohio challenged to ‘flourish’ for Christ
The State Convention of Baptists in Ohio recently held Super Summer at Cedarville University — and it yielded many decisions for Christ and commitments to ministry and missions.

BGAV elects officers, approves budget for 2025
Messengers to the Baptist General Association of Virginia’s annual meeting at FBC Alexandria approved its budget for 2025, elected officers and approved several other items for the upcoming year during the Nov. 13 morning business session.

Medical team meeting ‘desperate’ needs in Mexico
A medical team member asked a patient about his diet. The patient responded, “I eat when I can, when somebody can give me some food. I ate today because they gave me breakfast.”