2025 BGAV Annual Meeting kicks off today
The 2025 BGAV Annual Meeting has begun, focusing on the theme “Mission Forward,” based on Philippians 3:14: “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
Your Voice: 6 facts about giving thanks
First-person articles, comments, letters to the editor, blog excerpts, social media posts and more.
Discovery allowed to continue in Sills’ lawsuit; motion to dismiss pending
While the court has not ruled on the motion to dismiss David and Mary Sills’ current lawsuit, Judge Jeffery S.
Black Friday sales hit record levels; Baptists gear up for Giving Tuesday
Congratulations if you survived shopping on Black Friday (Nov. 28). The annual shopping tradition for many families prompted sales to hit record levels this year, rising about 4% from 2024, according to multiple media reports.
Foshie elected to lead Illinois Baptist State Association
Scott Foshie’s tenure as IBSA executive director officially begins April 1. But as of Jan. 1, he has a plan for his first 100 days. “In my apprenticeship season with Nate (Adams), which I am grateful for, I am also going to be in a deep listening season.”
Leland Webb remembered as pioneer of global missions storytelling
“Leland [Webb] brought a contemporary shift with the use of professional photos and writing that breathed life into the details and anecdotes of missions.”
Making ‘The Case for Heaven’
“I think the fear of death drives a lot of our lives,” said author Lee Strobel in the new full-length
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Jan. 11
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for January 11, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.