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“ALL OUR DEBT IS GONE!”

Best selling author, worship leader, and “hope dealer” as he calls himself, Carlos Whittaker posted on his Instagram page the whirlwind of events he called an … more
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Bible Study: Power to resist temptation

NASHVILLE (BP) – This weekly Bible study appears in Baptist Press in a partnership with Lifeway Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention. Through its Leadership and Adult … more
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Designing churches is a calling for some architects

(RNS) — Steve Upham didn't mean to get into the architecture of sacred spaces. When he was an undergraduate at Texas A&M University, one of his professors required his students to work for … more
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How to Preach on Prayer

“Lord, teach us to pray.” That appeal, in itself, is one of the greatest prayer requests in the New Testament (Luke 11:1). The request is also a powerful reminder that prayer can be … more
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Hurricane Ida: SBDR response begins amid ongoing efforts to restore water, power to hard-hit areas

A massive response is just getting started in Louisiana in the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, which struck the state Aug. 29 as a Category 4 storm. Ida made two landfalls, the first near Port … more
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Hardworking Crew Members

We would like to thank God for His goodness for allowing us to provide free transportation, encourage, pray, and share the love of God with some of the hardworking crew members of Disney Magic Cruise … more
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COVID-19 Vaccine Frequently Asked Questions

We now have a vaccine to address this unprecedented public health crisis.Understandably, many have questions. Please find answers below. ... more

Update

Most pastors are struggling with the regathering process because we are clearly in a time where strategic wisdom is required. First of all, I personally believe the enemy of the church is trying to … more
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Don’t fall prey to the school checklist

September is one of my favorite times of the year. The remnants of summer still linger, but the glow of fall begins to surround us. Storefronts filled with golds, browns and oranges that entice us … more
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FIRST-PERSON: The Good Samaritan

EL CAJON, Calif. (BP) – Thad didn’t have a choice. He commuted on foot to work each night, and his route took him through a dangerous section of town and down a darkened block with a … more
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Preaching Is Not a Performance

More than anywhere else, pastors and church leaders feel the pressure to entertain in the pulpit, which is, ironically, often atop a stage. The local church is not a stage and the pastor is not a … more
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Think You Don’t Need a Church to Know Jesus? Think Again

(Outreach and Missions) Many people think they don’t need a church to know Jesus. It’s actually the exact opposite: To know Jesus, we need a church. During the summer at one of our … more
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2022 SBC Annual Meeting messenger pre-registration, childcare registration open Feb. 1

ANAHEIM, Calif. (BP) – Messenger pre-registration and childcare registration open Tuesday (Feb. 1) at sbcannualmeeting.net for the 2022 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting June … more
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Five simple ways to motivate church volunteers

Summer is almost over, families are back from vacation and everyone is returning to work and school. Pastors and church staff are gearing up for the new year too, and the needs are many. First, … more
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Agee announces retirement from CSBC

FRESNO, Calif. (BP) – California Southern Baptist Convention Executive Director Bill Agee will begin a transition to retirement on Feb. 1 and conclude by Dec. 31. A transition plan to find a … more
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4 Reasons why I am looking forward to Anaheim, and you should be too!

HESPERIA, Calif. (BP) – The annual meeting of the Southern Baptist Convention is a gathering I look forward to every year. As a California pastor since 1999, I have always made it a priority to … more
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In our own backyard

I recently met a young man in Kentucky who claims he never heard the Gospel. I haven’t been able to get past that experience. Here’s how the interaction happened: I was doing front … more
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4 principles to lead with integrity

Pastors often face difficult situations. How they lead is important. There are four principles pastors should keep in mind to lead with care and integrity. Principle 1: Establish a Relationship … more
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Long Hollow revival steeped in prayer sees 1,000 baptisms since December

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (BP) – These days at Long Hollow Baptist Church, interruptions aren’t considered bad. The plan isn’t as crucial as the response. Things flow from a position of … more
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6 ways social media affects your ministry and how to steward it well

DALLAS (BP) – Social media has fundamentally changed the way we communicate with one another. Thoughts are broadcast to followers in a matter of seconds, generating quick public criticism or … more
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