Sports movies have a special place in the American culture. Perhaps that’s because Americans naturally root for the underdog – the subject of most sports flicks. Or …

Note: An earlier version of this story contained some formatting errors that may have led to confusion over results of the questions. In the last article , I shared the three kinds of …

My disposition has been noted on more than one occasion by others and by me. I love pastors. I respect pastors. I honor pastors. In the course of a week, someone will …

I spend a lot of time with pastors and church members — and I’m often an ear for them when they’re hurting or angry. Particularly, I often hear when church folks no longer trust their leaders. …

John 14:6: "Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.'"  If you have studied the “I Am” passages of John, you …

There was a time when the question of church membership was not much of a question at all. Jump back a generation or two, and nearly every church in the country had a roster of members. …

"Did you know that Chick-fil-A's owner said he hated gay people?"  That question came from a 19-year-old I've known for years shortly after lunch. When I asked where he heard …

I admit it. I cried during the first Kendrick Brothers movie I watched: the marriage-themed "Fireproof" (2008). I did the same during "Courageous" (2011), which spotlighted fatherhood, and "War Room" …

By Zac Minton Twenty years ago I was about to go stay overnight with one of my friends. I was so excited. Zac Minton Then it happened. My mom committed suicide. The struggles were hard. The …

By Hannah Roberts-Antunes It was two weeks before my wedding. Like all brides, I was worried about the dress, the invitations, and all of the seemingly small details, yet so big in a …

There's a skill I'm constantly learning to improve. But the more I try, the more I realize just how bad I am at it. This, in turn, convinces me as to its importance and the advantage it brings if I …

Worship is frequently a controversial topic, and it’s not my goal to add to those debates. Based on my work as a church consultant, reports from our consultation “secret shoppers,” interviews …

I've been in ministry 27 years now. I have lots of pastor friends. Frequently I get asked to be a reference for pastors who are in transition. When committees call me, I've noticed lately that they …

By Kelly King “You walk too fast,” was the comment a woman recently told a pastor. Confused by the comment, the pastor quickly asked what she meant. Again, she said, “You walk …

Sunday morning church is the highlight of the week for many of us who follow Jesus. We cannot deny the special effect of joining with other believers in worship. With that in mind, I want to …

This is the fourth and final column in a series by Northside Baptist Church, Valdosta Administration Pastor Chris Sanchez, who will be leading a breakout session at GO Georgia titled "Budget with …

Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins became the most famous people on Earth four years before I was born. When I began kindergarten in 1979, the moon landing was still something to …

Emily Blunt plays the title character in "Mary Poppins Returns," available on Netflix. DISNEY/Photo Michael Banks is a young widower facing eviction from his London home. That’s bad enough, but …

In recent weeks, millions of people have been discussing this question: Does Jesus still love Christians who have sex outside of marriage? You’re probably not aware of this …

Editor’s note: Sanchez will be leading a breakout session at  GO Georgia  called “Budget with Purpose.” Read his earlier Index columns on the topic here and here . …

My conversations with pastors tend to cover the typical subjects of church life, ministry in a changing culture, and who’s going to win the SEC this fall. And while all those are …

"America's Got Talent" is recommended for family viewing in July, though it's good to keep the remote handy. NBC/Photo Editor’s note: This monthly series, “5 Family-Friendly Things,” spotlights …

Motorists pull over to pick up money that had fallen out of an armored truck in Atlanta July 10. Screen grab courtesy WSB I've written before  about my experiences driving Atlanta's roads. It's …

By Cyndi Logsdon My years on the mission field were truly some the most fulfilling years of my life. They were joyful and life-giving. They were also tear-filled, stressful, and often …

Note: This is the first of a two-part commentary from Shorter University professor Randy Douglas on the biblical knowledge of students entering their first year of college . Closing …