Faith - articles
Lamenting New Fashions
Over the past few months, the New York Times ran two stories addressing what can best be described as gender-blurring, a behavior exhibited by a growing number of teenagers and young adults, particularly as it is reflected in their fashion choices. more »
By Richard Land - Dec 28, 2009 - (1)
Topic: Faith, Apologetics, Family, Pop Culture
A Challenge to the Conservative Church
Since the news surfaced of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America’s (ELCA) decision to allow gays and lesbians in “committed relationships” to serve as ordained clergy, I have been thinking about the fate of denominations in our Christian culture. more »
By Mike Goeke - Sep 22, 2009 - (3)
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Sexual Purity, Homosexuality
Two lessons from the health care debate
Our nation is presently watching (and participating in) a flurry of debate about health care reform, largely sparked by H.R. 3200. This process–regardless of outcome–holds significant lessons for us as Americans and as people of faith. more »
By Matthew Hawkins - Aug 31, 2009 - (1)
Topic: Faith, Apologetics, Citizenship, Healthcare
Hearts and Hammers Ministry
We are all gifted with different talents. Hearts & Hammers construction ministry from Hickory Grove Baptist Church in Charlotte, N.C., uses their skills to meet needs, glorify God, and share the Gospel. more »
By Tim Cuffman - Jun 23, 2009
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Elderly, Citizenship, Community Service,
Footprints Ministry
See how the Footprints ministry, in Birmingham and Montgomery, Alabama, shares the love of Christ with NICU families by providing support and encouragement during a very difficult time. more »
By Tim Cuffman - Jun 22, 2009
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Family, Children, Parenting, Life
Eastdale Church takes in homeless
When Eastdale Baptist Church, Montgomery, in Montgomery Baptist Association became interested in a new missions outreach, it wanted to keep things local. more »
By Anna Swindle - Apr 20, 2009
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Citizenship, Hunger/Homelessness
Thomas leading church to feed hungry children
“I’m hungry!” Those words evoke a compassionate heart, especially when spoken by a child.
Nelle Thomas and a host of volunteers at Elizabethtown’s New Hope Community Church have such hearts. more »
By Todd Deaton - Apr 15, 2009
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Citizenship, Hunger/Homelessness
The source of integrity
What does it mean to be a person of integrity? Scripture tells us such a goal is a worthy pursuit: Better a poor man who lives with integrity than a rich man who distorts right and wrong (Prov. more »
By Richard Land - Apr 14, 2009 - (1)
Topic: Faith, Bible, Family, Living
Mississippi River Ministry surpasses 20,000 professions of faith
The Southern Baptist Mississippi River Ministry (MRM) has reached a new milestone. More than 20,000 people have come to know Christ as Savior since MRM began in 1992. more »
Topic: Faith, Ministry, Citizenship, Hunger/Homelessness,
DOM William Gray turns computer hobby into ministry
DOVER, Tenn. — William Gray, director of missions, Judson-Stewart-Truett Baptist Associations based here, provides discounted computers and printers to ministers and others. more »
By Connie Davis Bushey - Apr 5, 2009