The Baptist Courier

When Mark Powers became director of worship and music at the South Carolina Baptist Convention after serving in churches for 28 years, God began to lead him toward a missional church mindset.... Continue Reading »

Unrelenting time demands, the emotional impact of tragedies in a congregation, and the need to prepare engaging and transformative sermons weekly ? these are just a few of the pressures that mount on a pastor and can bring on... Continue Reading »

A barren tract of land marked the spot in India: no trees, no fences and no buildings ? only a dream. Forty years later, a countless variety of trees and buildings have multiplied on that same tract of land... Continue Reading »

A group of South Carolina Baptists from Lakelands Association recently returned from a January mission trip to Zhitomir, Ukraine, where they distributed shoebox gifts in orphanages and schools as part of a ministry called “Master’s Mission.” Pictured, from left:... Continue Reading »

Joseph Bennett JOSEPH BENNETT has been called as minister of youth at Temple Baptist Church, Simpsonville. Bennett previously served as youth pastor at Faith Fellowship in Pendleton and Little River Baptist Church, Honea Path. He is pursuing a biblical... Continue Reading »

Thank you for that great article by Erich Bridges (?If Only I Had ? ,? Jan. 31).... Continue Reading »

Spartanburg pastor Don Wilton is among more than 100 people ? from politicians to country singers to TV personalities ? invited to share how renowned evangelist Billy Graham has influenced their lives.... Continue Reading »

Vacation Bible School is a tried-and-true method to reach restless children ? and parents ? with the gospel through engaging and fun summer activities. There are options for churches looking for additional outreach ideas or those looking to try... Continue Reading »

Several years ago, I began a journey to physical fitness. I changed my eating habits and developed an exercise routine that helped me to be healthier. And it worked. I am more physically fit than I have been in... Continue Reading »

Many people think it is an absurd idea that God wants to communicate with human beings. Believers, on the other hand, know that God wants to communicate with all people. He wants all people to know the truth about... Continue Reading »

Writing from prison, his death imminent, Paul penned these words to Timothy. In this position, what words would you write? Would you write light-hearted, meaningless words? Or would you use this time to share those things that were most... Continue Reading »

Too many believers take a passive approach to sharing the good news of Jesus with others. Some try to excuse themselves by claims such as not having spiritual gifts for witnessing, not being called to service, or being too... Continue Reading »