
Clarity, courage and compassion’: Students serve Denver residents in need
For a team of Carson-Newman University students and staff, it was a December to remember. Composed of seven students and three leaders, the group traveled to Denver, Colorado, during Christmas break to serve those in need.

Hispanic pastors find rest, fellowship at Lake Tiak-O’Khata
“When they are at work in the church, they are very isolated,” said Tzib. “But with these events, it has been a blessing for them to grow closer and discuss the similar challenges they face.”

China ‘liquidates’ house church as part of crackdown
Authorities in China Aug. 19 officially liquidated a historical house church in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, as part of a crackdown

News of X allowing porn prompts SBC leaders to step away
Some prominent Christian leaders are voicing their concerns and plans to step away — or are threatening to leave the platform — following X’s formal announcement on allowing pornographic material.

First person: Deborah and unflinching leadership
“I recognize Deborah is not a friend you meet for coffee. She speaks sharply and pulls no punches,” writes Meredith Flynn.

‘Like ancient Corinth’: TN pastor aims to be ‘Paul’ to Kenya’s ‘Timothys’
Doug Brown stood on the slopes of Mount Kenya in the cold rain, praying for the 50 students he had traveled 8,000 miles to teach.

First person: Yes, thankfulness leads to generosity
“This familiar season of gratitude also exposes the nagging, internal struggle that wreaks havoc in the typical American heart. Though we want to grow in thankfulness, enticements toward greed often overcome us,” noted pastor Adam Dooley.

First person: ‘Senior Saints’ and what sainthood is about
Every year in Mount Vernon, Illinois, new “Senior Saints” are nominated. I am delighted that our community honors their service