Pari-mutuel betting on horse racing is once again being introduced in the Georgia Senate by Republican Senator Brandon Beech (21th Dist.). However, not only is it being reintroduced, but disguised! …

ATLANTA — The Equal Rights Amendment currently being debated under the Dome will actually curtail key rights for women while promoting a pro-abortion agenda, says a statement …

As we begin the 2019 legislative session of the Georgia General Assembly, I want to say that one of the greatest blessings of my life is working with Georgia Baptists. This January will mark …

Exodus 1:16-17, 22 – 2:9 Jim Duggan, Pastor Bellevue Baptist Church, Macon Churches across the country today observe Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. Since life is a gift from God, we …

Incoming and outgoing Executive Committee members as well as guests worship together at the beginning of the meeting on Tuesday, December 11. SCOTT BARKLEY/Index DULUTH — Yesterday’s Executive …

Following the news of Amazon choosing two of three states that have religious liberty laws on the books for its next expansion, religious liberty advocates challenged the argument on such legislation …

As we think about this year’s election, we need to remember it is imperative that Christians vote and be engaged in this process. It’s one of the most basic rights we have as Americans and one of …

By Gerald Harris ATLANTA – Kelvin Cochran, a fellow Georgia Baptist and current Chief Operating Officer of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Atlanta, has won his case with the city of Atlanta. The …

Kasey McClure shared her testimony that brought about 4Sarah, an organization dedicated to helping women leave the sex industry, on the Unholy Tour May 17. Several other speakers joined McClure in …

David Franklin, director for Bartow Baptist Association and Georgia coordinator for the National Day of Prayer, called upon those at the prayer gathering at the State Capitol to stretch their hands …

Human trafficking occurs at truck stops, on street corners and in luxury hotels throughout the state, with Atlanta being the focus. Members of Georgia Woman's Missionary Union, shown prayer walking a …

Mike Griffin, our Public Affairs representative under the Gold Dome, gave a report relative to this year’s legislative session to the Georgia Baptist Mission Board Public Affairs Committee this …

Javier Chavez, right, dedicates an infant at Amistad Cristiana International Church in Gainesville. ACIC/Special A Gainesvile pastor of an Hispanic congregation and a president of one of Georgia …

It was a challenging year for Christians under the Gold Dome, but now is not the time to back down. MIKE GRIFFIN/SPECIAL In my eleven years of lobbying at the Georgia Capitol, this one stands out as …

The Senate Judiciary Committee votes to pass their version of the Hidden Predator Act. MIKE GRIFFIN/Special For over a month the Georgia Senate has had control of the progress of the Hidden Predator …

With the exception of David and Goliath, battles are never won by an army of one. That’s why Georgia Baptist Mission Board Executive Director J. Robert White is calling on ministry leaders …

The expansion of gambling in the state of Georgia through Internet Sports Gambling continues under the Gold Dome! The Fantasy Contests Act, sponsored by State Representative Trey Kelley (R - …

The last day of the 2018 Legislative Session is March 29th. SB 375 needs to be voted out of the House Judiciary Committee and voted for on the floor of the Georgia House of Representatives! …

The Georgia Baptist Mission Board is honored to support State Representative Jason Spencer and his work on HB 605, the 2018 Hidden Predator Act . Georgia Baptists were the only major denomination to …

The Georgia Baptist Mission Board supports Rep. Jason Spencer's effort ( HB 605: The Hidden Predator Act ) to hold entities accountable who conceal the sexual assault of children. We look forward to …

The Georgia Senate has approved SB 375, the Keep Faith in Adoption and Foster Care Act , designed to encourage more religious adoption agencies to open in Georgia. The Senate approved the measure by …

ATLANTA — It is time to call your state representative. I know you may get an automated, beyond annoying, extremely irritating, recording informing you that your call could not be answered because …

Tony Perkins, founder, president, and CEO of Family Research Council, speaks at the Truett McConnell Ethics and Religious Liberty Lecture Series established in honor of the late Ray Newman. GERALD …

Above: GETTY IMAGES The following is taken from a testimony given on January 30 on behalf of the Georgia Baptist Mission Board to the Senate Regulated Industries and Utilities Committee opposing …

Senator William Ligon of Brunswick responds to media questions after the vote on Senate Bill 375, also known as the Keeping the Faith and Adoption Care Act. MIKE GRIFFIN/Special ATLANTA — The …