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‘Revstoration’: Millions of viewers tune in to watch pastor restore ‘dead things’

Georgia Pastor David Wheeler’s love for old cars is turning him into a YouTube celebrity. Nearly 6 million people have tuned in to watch Wheeler and his family restore rusted clunkers on their YouTube program, “Revstoration.” “We take old,... Continue Reading »

Georgia Baptist Mission Board sells office building to hotel developer

The Georgia Baptist Mission Board has sold a five-story office building and adjacent property in Duluth to a hotel developer for $23.5 million, bringing an end to a years-long search for a buyer. “We are grateful to the Lord... Continue Reading »

Half the man he used to be: Pastor drops 240 pounds

There’s a good reason for the spring in Jeremy Atwood’s step. The Glasgow, Ky., pastor has lost 240 pounds over the past two years on a quest to restore his physical and spiritual health. For Atwood, food had become... Continue Reading »

Survey weighs value of Baptist associations

Most church leaders believe their financial contributions to local Baptist associations are “a good kingdom investment” while others are struggling to see their relevancy, according to findings from a national survey released July 31. “When asked to describe the... Continue Reading »

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Marathoner and mother keeps ministry focus

A Baptist marathon runner who has raised more than $50,000 during the past year for an African mission has set an ambitious new goal. She plans to run eight marathons in eight months in eight states in what promises... Continue Reading »