The Baptist Courier

Over the years, the term 'the Right Thing to Do? has been used in various ways. A film producer made a film in the late ?80s called ?Do the Right Thing,? politicians have run campaigns saying if elected they... Continue Reading »

Ever thought about writing your autobiography? Just jot down key dates and events in your life. Beside each date write something. It?ll be a treasure to your grandchildren later. Our words and deeds are actually writing our autobiography every... Continue Reading »

I am far from the perfect parent. That's the line you always hear from someone, before they proceed to tell you why they are the perfect parent and you should do it just like them. They try to sound... Continue Reading »

A special service was held Feb. 26 to honor the memory of a pastor and his wife whose legacy continues to shape the religious life of the small community of Elgin, located a few miles northeast of Columbia via... Continue Reading »

Reagan Andrews wasn't supposed to survive her first week of life. A stroke before she was a day old put her at severe risk of massive, permanent brain damage. Death was a distinct possibility. First-time parents Lori and Dean... Continue Reading »

Makayla Swygert, a Sumter teenager, has been recognized by National WMU (Woman's Missionary Union) as one of three National Top Teens for her involvement in missions.... Continue Reading »

John V. Platt, retired director of missions for Columbia-Metro Association and a Baptist minister with more than a half-century of pastoral and missions service, died March 17, 2012.... Continue Reading »

Within every Southern Baptist church there are people who can take the gospel around the world ? business professionals, IMB president Tom Elliff said. He announced a new component to the International Mission Board's partnership with Southern Baptist churches... Continue Reading »

In a time when almost every word is scrutinized for indications of whose side is he on, Don Kirkland has performed a magnificent service to the Baptists of South Carolina. It is hard to believe that he is retiring... Continue Reading »

Joshua Culbertson JOSHUA CULBERTSON has been called as senior pastor of Holly Ridge Baptist Church, Simpsonville. He previously served as pastor of New Prospect Baptist Church, Laurens. Culbertson earned a bachelor’s degree in theology from North Greenville University and... Continue Reading »

Ongoing violence in Syria is driving refugees across borders into neighboring countries, where many of them are being met by Southern Baptists? ministry partners with badly needed help and the love of Jesus.... Continue Reading »

In my latest (and much loved) edition of The Baptist Courier, I read of Don Kirkland's upcoming retirement. I rejoice for Don; I grieve for the rest of us. Don has done such a splendid job as our editor.... Continue Reading »