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Vietnamese refugee returns to nations

Editor’s note: May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the U.S. During this season, the IMB is celebrating the rich contributions of Asians, Asian Americans and Pacific … more
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Five Reasons Lead Pastors Should Be Involved with VBS

Few church programs are as ubiquitous as Vacation Bible School (VBS). Churches across all denominations prepare for the summer influx of kids. It’s fun. You get to dance in the sanctuary! … more
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Age no barrier for 84-year-old DR volunteer

CLARKSBURG, Md. (BP) — Gwen Arthur was saddened watching news broadcasts showing photos and videos of the devastation from recent flooding in Kentucky. So when she saw an opportunity to go, … more
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Church planting as a tool for advancing the kingdom of God

EDITOR’S NOTE: Sunday, March 19 is Church Planting Emphasis Sunday in the 2023 SBC Calendar of Events. LAS VEGAS – I recently spent time in Southern California with 600 church … more
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Local Churches Caring for Afghan Refugees at Home

In the days since the tragic fall of Afghanistan to the Taliban, thousands of Afghans have fled the only home they’ve ever known to seek safety in other countries. In the coming weeks, some of … more
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Disruptive moments

EL CAJON, Calif. (BP) – Julie Thompson’s bend in the road began with the discovery of a lump. For James P. Colepepper, it was a visit from police officers who told him his … more
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Global senders commit to be ‘stronger together’

The melody was the same, but the voices united in worship sang in numerous languages. “Then sings my soul,” sang a group in Arabic. Deaf believers lifted hands to sign “My Savior, God to thee, … more
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Lifeway’s 2024 VBS beach theme places kids on rock-solid truth

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) –  “Truth can be different for different people. Do what makes you happy. If you don’t agree with me, you don’t love me.” These are just … more
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Iglesia Gracia

Iglesia Gracia on Saturday, June 18 had a garage sale to get closer to the community. It was a real success because we were able to talk to people about the love of Jesus and invite them to … more
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Equipping women, in a Christian context, for life and employment

There are nearly 200 registered and certified Christian Women’s Job Corps sites across the nation. Through this ministry, thousands of women are gaining hope for their future. For 23 years, … more
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Compass Church - 4 Year Anniversary

Compass Church celebrated 4 years of meeting as a church on Sunday September 11, 2022! We have seen God work throughout the years at Compass and continue to bring people to saving faith. He also … more
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‘Biggest movement of God I’ve seen’ after scores of unscheduled baptisms at Tennessee church

HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. – Noah Iacob lived for only a week two years ago. But his story is one interwoven with others’ as part of a revival taking place at Long Hollow Baptist … more
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King's Cross Church Inaugural Service

Last Sunday, September 3, 2023,  King's Cross Church held their Inaugural Service in their new home as a merged church. It was a fruitful occasion as we reflected on the building's rich history … more
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Son leads 85-year-old father to Christ through online Bible study

NASHVILLE (BP) – Barry Calhoun opened the Bible study book on his desk and thought about Jesus’ parable of a man who refused to stop knocking on his neighbor’s door for help. It … more
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Prayer gathering brings call for repentance, expectation of revival

NEW ORLEANS (BP) — The signs for revival are apparent, and perhaps it’s time to trust God and get out of the way. On Sunday evening, June 11, attendees of a prayer gathering in the … more
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From Ground Zero in New York to Building Zero in Baghdad

SAN DIEGO: CA I was sent as a NAMB-endorsed military chaplain by my command, USCG Training Center Petaluma, from Northern California to New York City on September 25, 2001, to assist First … more
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8 times when church is just ‘fun’

You might have assumed that my point in the title is a negative one—that is, that I’m railing against churches that elevate fun and fellowship over content and conviction. That’s … more
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How to invite people to your small group

NASHVILLE (BP) – For years, people tried to crack some closely guarded secrets. For example: The formula for Coca-Cola. The enigma machines used by the Germans in WWII to deliver coded … more
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Teach Theology—Your Church Needs It

The 2022 biennial State of Theology study conducted by Lifeway Research revealed some troubling findings about what evangelicals say they believe. Nearly 3 in 4 (73%) believe Jesus is … more
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Never too young to share God’s Word

Every Sunday, 8-year-old Micah Singerman heard his parents, International Mission Board missionaries Kevin and Victoria Singerman, tell chronological Bible stories in Kampala, Uganda. He then watched … more
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