There’s more than one way to refer to and relate to a church. Consider the following perspectives. That church . “Yes, I’ve heard about that church ,” a person might say. …

By Ronnie Floyd Ronnie Floyd NASHVILLE (BP) — Many Christians are so disappointed and fed up with matters about America that they struggle even to pray for our nation. Is this right? Is this …

By Redunda Noble Redunda Noble ANDERSON, S.C. (BP) — Sometimes, it seems the hardest thing for a Christian to do is to accept God's will. We pray and ask God for help – to heal us, bless our …

By Thom Rainer Many of you have been there and done that. You’ve accepted the call to a new church. You are excited about the possibilities. Your mind is filled with energizing …

By Steve Playl Someday, I suppose, we will look back on the days we are living in and reminisce about how it was back before _______ (you fill in the blank). Can you imagine the changes in technology …

By Thom Rainer Church leaders have pretty clear perspectives about low attendance days. They know when to expect them. Some are common across different regions and …

A couple of weeks ago I began writing a testimonial for the Georgia Baptist Children’s Homes and Family Ministries. For many years now, The Christian Index has posted such testimonials from our …

The news chopper for Fox 5 in Atlanta circles over Cartersville Primary School, foreground, and Cartersville Elementary, in back. FOX5ATLANTA.COM/Screen grab I was sitting in the media center of …

And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” – Luke 23:34  Father, forgive  them . Who are they? A lot of different groups witnessed (and …

People want to know what real faith in God looks like. Just like Paul made no claim to attaining it (Phil. 3:12), I don’t claim to even come close to what God wants in my lie. I fail miserably, …

By Rhonda Harrington Kelley On a recent pilgrimage to Israel, our group made a brief stop in a small village that left a lasting impression. Rhonda Harrington Kelley The town of Bethphage is located …

Our LifeWay Sunday School books at First Baptist Vienna provide discussion questions. Sometimes they’re easy. At other times I leave the space allowed for notes completely blank. A lesson in …

Many didn’t think it would happen. Just a couple of years ago, Tiger Woods could barely walk. The notion of him returning to win another major golf tournament was whimsical. For fans, him showing …

I have endless respect for emergency responders, those trained to deploy when time is of the essence. In most search-and-rescue missions, conditions are unpredictable and every second can make the …

“Yep, that’s going to leave a scar!” were the first words out of my mouth when one of my soldiers was shot in the leg on accident. I know these don’t seem like the most compassionate words, …

By Ronnie Floyd EDITOR'S NOTE: Ronnie Floyd is president-elect of the Southern Baptist Convention's Executive Committee. You may be asking: What is the Southern Baptist Convention's Executive …

Por Mike Gonzalez Uno de los pasajes bíblicos que se ha memorizado más por todo el mundo cristiano es La Gran Comisión. Mike Gonzalez "Y Jesús se acercó y les habló diciendo: Toda potestad me …

I’ve served as a pastor, and I fully understand our desire to preach every Sunday. Few of us want to give up our pulpit. At the same time, I think most of us don’t think much about taking a …

By Paul Kim The heart is perhaps the most vital part of the human body. Long before birth, the heart of a baby begins to pump and circulate blood. When the heart stops, the body can no longer sustain …

By Thom Rainer A few years ago, I wrote a book about churches that have died, " Autopsy of a Deceased Church ." The methodology was simple but revealing. I interviewed several church members …

A scene in “Unplanned” captures America’s own self-denial when it comes to abortion. Based on the story of Abby Johnson, herself a former Planned Parenthood clinic director and “Employee of …

I’m thinking today about tough conversations as a pastor – many I’ve had, and some I probably need to have. Without my giving too many details, here are some of the most difficult conversations …

By Sarah Dixon Young When we moved from Florida to North Dakota, I was surprised at the number of official documents we needed to change. Driver's licenses, vehicle …

Have you seen the poster of the frazzled kitty barely hanging onto the branch by the tip of his claws? The caption? “Hang in there!” My brother Mark gave a vivid …

As many of you know  House Bill 481 , known as the “Heartbeat Bill,” passed the Georgia State Senate last Friday. Although the House of Representatives already passed the bill, it must go …