NASHVILLE (BP) – Southern Baptists love the elements of a congregational gathering. A survey onboarding soon will look to get a clearer picture of how churches conduct and experience worship services. The study will be conducted here through SBCWorship.com and the SBC Worship Research Committee, which “exists to serve the church by providing research-driven insights that … [Read More...]
Tennessee
APRIL PRAYER PROMPTS
‘Prayer Matters’ FRANKLIN — The Prayer Matters weekly resource features three core prayer categories: praying for those without Christ, praying for the church, … [Read More...]
Columnists
APATHY – THE QUIET CRISIS IN TODAY’S CHURCH
The greatest danger facing today’s church is not persecution, political pressure or cultural hostility. It is something far more subtle – and far more familiar. … [Read More...]
SBC
ERLC NOMINATES EVAN LENOW AS NEXT PRESIDENT
NASHVILLE — The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission’s presidential search committee has announced Evan Lenow as their candidate to serve as the entity’s … [Read More...]
SS Lessons
APRIL 5: OUR TASK
Focal Passage: Matthew 15:1-11, 16-20 Some news changes everything. Maybe it’s a doctor telling you, “The tests came back clear,” or it’s a soldier hearing, … [Read More...]
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THE LEADER BOARD: AM I REALLY CUT OUT FOR THIS?
Editor’s note: Below is the third installment of a new feature in the B&R that is aimed to help pastors and church leaders get answers to hard questions. Dear Leader Board, I don’t know how to ask this without it sounding dramatic, but I’ll try. … [Read More...]
DOOLEY NOTED: THE ENEMY OF FAITH
As the fourth week of strikes on Iran approaches, Americans are bracing for soaring gas prices and sustained inflation. With an April 15 deadline looming, many taxpayers dread their final bill from the IRS. Here in West Tennessee, tornado season is now … [Read More...]
WHY CHURCH MEMBERS NEED THE B&R
Since 1835, the Baptist & Reflector has told the story of Tennessee Baptists. Through wars, cultural shifts, and seasons of ministry growth, the paper has helped keep churches informed and connected. Through seasons of national crisis and cultural … [Read More...]