
Former SWBTS missions professor Earl R. Martin dies
After a 14-month battle with cancer, Earl R. Martin — who taught missiology and world religions at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary — died Aug. 23

Malawian Baptist women empowered, equipped for ministry
A woman’s worth is rooted in who God says she is, International Mission Board missionary Jamie Schilt shared with the

Stories of faithfulness highlight WMU board meeting
From Alaska to Maine, nearly 200 missions leaders from across the country gathered on Missionary Ridge in Birmingham for WMU’s January Board Meeting this past weekend (Jan. 6–8).

Bible Drill ministry equips believers across generations
“The Lord can’t bring anything back to you that you haven’t learned in the first place,” Charlotte Gray said. This

Maryland/Delaware messengers approve sale of headquarters building
During a special called meeting, messengers of the Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware unanimously approved the sale of the state convention’s headquarters in Maryland.

Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina names David Melber next CEO
After a yearlong search, the Baptist Children’s Homes of North Carolina has a new leader for the first time in 40 years. David Melber replaces Michael C. Blackwell, who retired in September 2023.

Send Luncheon highlights tragedy, grace, gospel transformation
Dalia Valencia remembers the pain of losing her husband last September after his battle with COVID-19. Just six months later

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 3
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for November 3, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.