The Baptist Courier

I have been reading all the articles concerning a name change for our denomination, and it may be a good thing to do. However, I am reminded of the old quote, ?A rose by any other name would smell... Continue Reading »

God values life. God created, redeemed and sustains life. God is life (John 1:4). Psalm 139 states that God values you and me (vv. 1-6). God knows us inside and out. God knows when we get up or lie... Continue Reading »

Four music ministers with a desire to share God's love with those who don't know Christ have turned their love of barbershop singing into an outreach ministry.... Continue Reading »

Conflict is a part of our everyday lives. A major source of conflict is rooted in situations when I am compelled to choose between what is good for me and what is good for others. The conflict is that... Continue Reading »

A mother and her 7-year-old son pick through a stack of clothes piled on the parking lot pavement. After the March 11 earthquake and tsunami wiped out their house, the only clothes they owned were the ones they were... Continue Reading »

During America's last presidential election, many secular media outlets focused on the need for change. Change is positive only if it corrects a wrong or moves us in a better direction. Christians need to be aware of current cultural... Continue Reading »

We live in tumultuous times that seem overwhelmingly complex. As we read our newspapers and watch the round-the-clock newscasts, we find ourselves longing for a respite from all of this turmoil. What are the right decisions about some of... Continue Reading »

As an allied soldier held prisoner by the German military during World War II, Sam anxiously awaited liberation by allied forces. Following his dramatic liberation, Sam returned to the states, married his sweetheart, was blessed with a family, worked,... Continue Reading »

Neftali Coronado, pastor of El Buen Pastor (Church) in Georgia, took his U.S. citizenship test and passed with flying colors. He is now proud to claim the United States as his new country. ?I love this country and I... Continue Reading »

Saving money is a good thing. The Bible tells us to ?go to the ant, o sluggard, observe her ways and be wise, which having no chief, officer or ruler, prepares her food in the summer and gathers her... Continue Reading »

Robert Jay Schipper told the 156 December graduates at North Greenville University that 'the most important thing today is not your graduation; the most important thing is whether or not you know Jesus Christ.? Schipper is special assistant to... Continue Reading »

Jack and Jane, both of North Carolina, are two of nearly 5,000 IMB workers serving overseas.... Continue Reading »