Southern Baptist attitudes shifting on birth control
Observers say there is an ongoing reconsideration of the morality of birth control among the SBC’s leading thinkers.
Bivos offer advice to those contemplating the ministry
Five Midwestern pastors find bivocational ministry both rewarding and a bit frustrating. Asked what they would share with a roomful of seminarians, they offered advice from their church and secular experiences.
Bivos seek flexibility, understanding with family, ministry, employers
Bivocational ministers live in two worlds — in part to support themselves and their families economically but also, at least for some, as a way to translate the world to the church and the church to the world.
Balancing Act: Economics, other factors push bivocational trend
Economic and other factors are driving a bivocational ministry trend. But bivos still juggle two jobs and family obligations.
African church in Columbia puts aside tribal differences
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Unequally yoked? Navigating interfaith marriage
Not that long ago, many Baptist youth ministers warned students about the dangers of interdenominational dating. After all, it could lead to marrying a Methodist, and would a child from that home be sprinkled or immersed? Today, ministers to students are more likely to raise
Pastor offers matters for interfaith couples to consider
A Baptist pastor with experience in interfaith dialogue offers suggestions for couples considering marriage.
Passion for fitness leads Lacey to be an example at MBU
Missouri Baptist University President Alton Lacey recalls the day he became hooked on running and the steps that led him to become a fitness believer and now an advocate on the campus he leads.
Church, individual are the Holy Spirit’s ‘temple’
The body as the Holy Spirit's "temple" applies to individuals and to the congregation.
Go tell it…clearly and simply
Today, a variety of media platforms deliver the message of Jesus Christ. But often the message is drowned out in the wave of communication that hits mailboxes, email accounts, Twitter, Facebook and websites — and continues throughout the year.