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I have been greatly encouraged by Dr. Frank Page's emphasis on revival during his short tenure as SBC president. In a recent article, Dr. Page quotes Roy Fish: ?For 30 years we have tried to raise baptism numbers among... Continue Reading »

Informed people are inspired people. South Carolina Baptists need to be aware of any information that would enable them to make an intelligent decision when it comes time to elect a president to lead them in the days to... Continue Reading »

For months now, South Carolina Baptist Convention officials and pastors have been declaring a need to ?protect marriage.? An overwhelming vote on Nov. 7 in favor of a marriage amendment to South Carolina's Constitution has given South Carolina Baptist... Continue Reading »

The work of Southern Baptists in the country of Jordan began in 1951, and today it is considered ?an incredible success story? by the International Mission Board's regional leader for Northern Africa and the Middle East, John Brady, who... Continue Reading »

In a five-page letter Oct. 16, Texas pastor Dwight McKissic set forth his opposition to a planned vote by trustees of Southwestern Baptist Seminary to disassociate the institution from Pentecostal/charismatic doctrines and practices such as a private prayer language.... Continue Reading »

teller. In emulating Christ's techniques, and with his power, we can be used by God in changing lives in the way that we share Christ, explain the truths in God's word, and encourage others as they strive for Christian... Continue Reading »

The aim of ?reaching millions in minutes? with the gospel stirs the heart of Ruba Abbassi, and she knows that through the radio ministry she gives direction to in her country of Jordan, that goal is not beyond her... Continue Reading »

Hawaiians thankful: No deaths or serious injuries Hawaii Baptists are expressing thanks that no deaths or serious injuries were reported when a 6.7-magnitude earthquake shook the island chain around 7 a.m. local time Sunday, Oct. 15. The quake was... Continue Reading »

What a question! What a topic! While I realize that my answers are sure to ruffle some feathers out there, my hope is that Christians will soar to new heights of spiritual understanding concerning the local church. My answer... Continue Reading »

While a great deal of effort is made by churches and denominations to attract new church members, LifeWay Research's newest study surveys the ?formerly churched? to better understand why people leave.... Continue Reading »

President Bush signed into law Oct. 13 a measure restricting Internet gambling. The legislation became law when the President signed the Security and Accountability for Every (SAFE) Port Act in a White House ceremony.... Continue Reading »

We live in a world of artificial light in so many ways. If we go to a ballgame and nighttime is approaching, stadium lights come on and we are led to believe that daytime still exists. In essence, we... Continue Reading »