5 ‘places of decision’ where churches must communicate better
In our noisy world where there are lots of choices to make, with many places of decision, the church needs to be clear about options and very specific with direction.
Clint Pressley elected SBC president in 2nd runoff
Emerging from a field of six candidates, North Carolina pastor Clint Pressley has been elected president of the Southern Baptist Convention during its annual meeting in Indianapolis (June 11–12).
‘Outfitted to serve the Lord’: 7 benefits of daily Bible reading
“Reading the Bible is how we discover Who God is, what God is like, and what God expects of us as His children,” writes Mississippi pastor Michael Warren.
No secrets in prison: Observations from baptism Sunday
These women, ranging from 22 to nearly 80 years old, were waiting for baptism at the Mississippi Correctional Institute for Women. They had been attending church, hearing God’s Word, and learning how to follow Jesus …
Are New Year’s resolutions helpful?
Should Christians make New Year’s resolutions? Pastor Adam Dooley takes a closer look at this annual tradition.
Minister Connection process helps church find ‘perfect person’ for the job
“I was getting the word out there, but it wasn’t until the Minister Connection that it really came through. I view it all in God’s timing,” Scott Patz said. “I appreciate the program very much, and I’ve been very blessed through it.”
‘Holy adventure’: Gospel marches on as newest IMB emeriti celebrated
“Our life with IMB has been a holy adventure,” said retiring IMB missionary Sean Blacksten. “Our encouragement to others is allow God to hold the pen and your story will be perfectly written.”
NC county files motion to dismiss zoning lawsuit by Summit Church
The motion, filed Thursday, March 27, asks the U.S. Middle District Court to dismiss the lawsuit because attorneys for the county say the court lacks jurisdiction to hear and rule on the case.