By Tom Strode WASHINGTON (BP) – Pro-life advocates are bracing for an assault next year on a federal policy that has protected the consciences of many Americans and saved the lives of an estimated …

As Great Commission Baptists, we are compelled with the vision to reach every person for Jesus Christ in every town, every city, every state, and every nation. Our 51,000 congregations that comprise …

September 16 Isaiah 22:1-24:23 Galatians 2:17-3:9 Psalm 60:1-12 Proverbs 23:15-16 September 17 Isaiah 25:1-28:13 Galatians 3:10-22 Psalm 61:1-8 Proverbs 23:17-18 …

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (BP) — Every church has adjusted some aspects of ministry since the onset of the COVID-19 global pandemic. But even as the effects of COVID-19 continue to press into the …

Charles Stanley announces his transition to pastor emeritus in a pre-recorded message following First Baptist Atlanta's online worship service Sunday, Sept. 13. FBA/Facebook Anthony George to be next …

By Scott Aniol The Lord Jesus Christ gave the church its commission before he ascended to His Father: Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of …

As I raised my right hand the morning of Sept. 7, 2001, and once again took the oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic, I was hopeful that rejoining the military would help get my life straightened up.

This article was originally posted at churchanswers.com on August 17. I am not prophetic. And if I am prescient, it’s only because I have the incredible vantage point of hearing from …

STATESBORO  — As an engaged couple 19 years ago, John and Kelli Crunkleton felt God calling them to adoption or foster care. But, God had called the couple to many …

By George Schroeder FORT WORTH, Texas (BP) — Southwestern Seminary and Baylor University  have filed suit against a charitable foundation  which was set up solely to benefit the schools. …

According to the Scriptures, God has given mankind the stewardship responsibility of ruling over all His creation. In Genesis 1:25, God says that mankind is to “rule over all the earth” (NASB). …

A section of the roof of the main building on the Emmanuel Baptist Church, Lake Charles, La., was ripped off by high winds. LBC/Special By John Kyle …

Greg Addison, who became the SBC Executive Committee's executive vice president Sept. 8., has been associate executive director of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention since 2014. BP/Special By …

Darren and April Talley, right, hold their son, Josiah, and talk with Executive Director W. Thomas Hammond, Jr., on the importance of adoption at the 2019 Georgia Baptist Convention annual meeting …

TIFTON — Fred Evers became well-known for his 21 years as pastor of Northside Baptist Church , but his legacy extends to state leadership as well as mentoring a number of young ministers, friends …

I’ve seen too many churches with laypersons (and pastors, for that matter, though I’m focusing on laity with this post) who want to control the show. Here are some markers of those folks: …

A radiology technician at Imanuel Baptist Hospital examines the CT scan of a patient. IMB PHOTO By Caroline Anderson* KEDIRI, Indonesia – Southern Baptists have a long history in medical missions …

Georgia Baptist Executive Director W. Thomas Hammond, Jr., addresses those at the 2019 annual meeting held at New Hope Baptist Church in Fayetteville. SCOTT BARKLEY/Index …

VILLA RICA – Frank Cox, pastor of North Metro Baptist Church in Lawrenceville, has announced his intention to nominate Kevin Williams, pastor of First Baptist Church in Villa Rica , as president …

Executive Director W. Thomas Hammond, Jr. – here at Roswell St. Baptist Church in Marietta in February 2019 – conducts one of the first listening sessions that have become a mainstay of his …

By Clay Gilbreath I wonder, through this extended time of social distancing, if the Lord wants to have a conversation with us like He did with Peter by the sea one day — a “define …

Bible Studies for Life Exodus 20:7-11; Psalm 145:1-7 Patrick Latham, lead pastor Tabernacle Baptist Church, Cartersville Honor God Because I grew up in metro Atlanta, I …

In the course of my day I have a list of the things that need to get done, divided into areas of urgency. They’re all important, but depending on deadlines and other factors, some get precedence. …

I grew up in Valdosta. It was a happy childhood, you could even say sheltered, as I never had to live through any real trials growing up. But when I was 28, my father died suddenly from suicide. I am …

In the aftermath of Hurricane Laura, Send Relief has been dropping supplies at churches where Southern Baptist Disaster Relief will host operations for feeding and recovery activity for story …