First person: I flunked accounting and became a Baptist editor
“I flunked out of accounting 40 years ago, and that’s how I became the new editor of the Baptist and Reflector. I should explain,” write Chris Turner, editor of Tennessee’s Baptist and Reflector.
How associations should lead by ‘discerning next’
Baptist associations should commit to “discern next” in 2025 to achieve the lead role within Baptist life and fulfill the Great Commission.
GuideStone trustees affirm strategic plan, announce Hawkins emergency grant fund
GuideStone Financial Resources trustees affirmed a new strategic plan for the Southern Baptist Convention entity during their meeting in Plano,
Mississippi evangelism conference celebrates return, rekindles friendships
More than 1,400 people attended the 2022 Mississippi Baptist State Evangelism Conference at Northcrest Church, Meridian, a welcome return after
GuideStone reports growth in retirement investments, ongoing concern for pastoral well-being
“We [at GuideStone] want to help you take care of yourself so that you can fulfill your calling,” said Hance Dilbeck, president of GuideStone, during the 2025 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in Dallas.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for July 13
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School lesson commentary for July 13, written by Bobby McKay, pastor of New Liberty Baptist Church in Morton, Mississippi.
Planned Parenthood announces plans for mobile abortion clinic
Planned Parenthood announced plans on Monday (Oct. 3) to launch the group’s “first-ever mobile abortion clinic in the country.” A
Missionary chooses to ‘step out of comfort zone,’ be part of solution
“We must step out of our comfort zones,” Jermaiya said, wanting to encourage other Black students considering missions. “Don’t worry about the unknowns …”