Mobs have been around for a long time. It was a cruel mob that called for the crucifixion of Jesus. Pilate suggested that Jesus should be chastised and released, because He had done nothing worthy of …

Matthew 6:10 (CSB—Matt. 6:10-11a); James 4:6-10, 13-17 Victor S. Lyons, pastor First Avenue Baptist Church, Rochelle Surrender is not a word that Americans like to use. We …

In this drone photography, Red Cross units, foreground, prepare to receive hot meals in red containers from the Georgia Baptist kitchen, background. A similar scenario was playing out on the other …

By Jerusha Yoder MOUNT VERNON — Over 50 Brewton-Parker College students attended the third annual Lion’s Den Oct. 2. BPC’s Ministerial Association hosts this event each year where a panel of …

By Trennis Henderson DALLAS — Becky Ellison knows what it means to live one day at a time. Since being diagnosed with cancer in 2010, she said a key question she seeks to live by is: “If I …

DULUTH — Georgia Baptist associations fortunate enough to not experience the destruction of Hurricane Michael will be crucial in the ongoing rebuilding efforts of the southwestern part of the …

By Jenny Gregory Dr. Robert Bowen and graduate student, Elise Lombard, demonstrate an experiment to prospective students. TMU CLEVELAND –  This past week, Truett McConnell University (TMU) …

In this materialistic society sacrificial giving is a rarity, but Dorothy Ness made faithful, consistent, sacrificial giving a way of life. GETTY IMAGES MARIETTA - I recently had lunch with Mark …

The steeple of First Colquitt lays in an empty lot across from the sanctuary where 120 mph winds wretched it from the roof, background. Pastor Chad Cooper says all of the church's buildings sustained …

A 53-foot tractor trailer teeters toward a ditch as a crane attempts to lift it back into place. The trailer, located at the staging area for multiple Georgia Baptists associations' response to …

Mary and Ken Ellison have been in Christian ministry for 65 years, thirty-two of those years were spent in Indonesia and Asia serving as International Mission Board missionaries (BRENT …

Springfield members Jerry and Cheri Harrell have begun a generator ministry to bring power to water wells throughout the Jakin Community. JOE WESTBURY/Index JAKIN — The scene outside Springfield …

By David Chancey A church member recently had knee replacement surgery, and his procedure reminded me of an experience from my previous pastorate. A senior lady chose to have both knee …

DULUTH — The provisional program for the 197th annual meeting of the Georgia Baptist Convention has been released with a theme of "Mission Possible: Reaching Generation Yet" centered around  …

Tates Creek Baptist Church gathered for worship in their new worship center and Pastor Beatty welcomes new members into the fellowship. ASHLEY SHARP/Special TOCCOA - Tates Creek Baptist Church in the …

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 …

Matthew 6:9b; Psalm 96:1-9 Victor Lyons, Pastor First Avenue Baptist Church, Rochelle Who do you revere in your life? What place does God hold in your life? Honor and shame …

This post originally appeared on  Gregg Potts’ blog  on Oct. 16, 2018. Recently I was talking with a person and the individual began telling me of the past indiscretions of a certain …

This post originally appeared on  Chuck Lawless’ blog  on Monday, Sept. 17.  Too many believers, I suspect, watch the news about victims of recent storms, but then fail to pray …

Myriah Snyder joined The Index as content editor on Oct. 1. DULUTH  — At the relatively young age of 26, Myriah Snyder brings a wealth of experience to her position as  The …

By Aaron Earls NASHVILLE (BP) -- A slim majority of pastors say they approve of the job President Donald Trump has done in the White House, according to a new study, but many are unsure. A LifeWay …

The missing steeple, which tore a nearly 8-foot-hole in the roof, only hints of the destruction inside the sanctuary.The gaping hole allowed rain and wind to enter the building, compounding the …

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Mission Board Executive Director J. Robert White, center, visits with Cindy Little, seated, and Tommy Fountain, left, before the annual Health Care Ministry Foundation Awards Banquet earlier this …

Matthew 6:9a; Psalm 103:1-5, 11-13, 19-22 Victor Lyons, pastor First Avenue Baptist Church, Rochelle Today we begin a study of prayer, highlighting the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6) and …