My friend and softball guru, Bobby Simpson, shared an insight with me about competition that has captivated my mind. Tony Gwynn was one of the greatest hitters in the history of major league …

When one thinks of our great country the words “united," “indivisible,” and “one nation under God” come to mind. However, the very freedom that has united us for more than two centuries …

EL CAJON, CA (BP) — Everybody knows the principles for maintaining good physical health – nutritious food, exercise, pure water, lay off the junk food, plenty of sleep, healthy and loving …

Texas pastor Dwight McKissic moved to bring his proposal on the “Alt-Right” to messengers on June 13. It was originally declined by the Resolutions Committee but after a grassroots call for its …

Dennis Nunn, founder and president of Every Believer a Witness Ministries , shared the following story communicated to him by Jeremy Atwood, a pastor in Kentucky who had hosted a “Pastor Equipping …

It’s the proverbial “chicken-or-the-egg” kind of question: For Southern Baptists, which comes first – evangelism or church planting? It is true that all chickens hatch from eggs and all …

Frank Crumpler By Frank Crumpler Every minister knows, we assume, that he will someday retire. Yet, when that time actually arrives the reality may be disconcerting. Even with preparation and …

At the Southern Baptist Convention in Phoenix I talked to a young pastor who was recently called to a church that was founded in the 1950s and within the last ten years had transitioned from a …

My wife and I talk about how every family has their "thing." It's whatever sets you apart and makes you see life different from others. Your thing may be a job situation, caring for aging parents, or …

What do you think about when you hear the word ‘repent’? For some, the word conjures up an image of a pompous person pointing his finger in your face and telling you what to do. However, …

Every Baptist wants to know that the money he/she places in the offering plate goes to worthwhile causes. Georgia Baptists can express gratitude for the way their Cooperative Program dollars are …

Republican Karen Handel, left, and Democrat Jon Ossoff are currently vying for the congressional seat in Georgia's Sixth District, a race that has garnered attention nationwide. Screen grab/wsbtv.com …

By Paul Akin RICHMOND (BP) — The most common reason missionaries go home is not due to lack of money, illness, terrorism, homesickness, or even a lack of fruit or response to the Gospel. …

To better understand the dualistic thinking of Islam, one must understand the Koranic Code. Index contributing writer Ron Hale addresses the peaceful versus militant teachings which typify the Muslim …

Maybe I am on some kind of farewell preaching tour. I don’t know and I hope not, but I had the opportunity to preach in another one of my former churches this past Sunday – First Baptist Church …

Have you ever been there? Have you ever been caught between two impossible choices? Have you ever found yourself in a situation where there are no good options? We all end up in this very difficult …

First Baptist Douglasville Children's Pastor Scott Patrick looks on as campers gather for instructions. SCOTT BARKLEY/Index[/caption] As a parent, it's pretty much assumed you're going to take …

President Donald Trump signs the executive order Jan. 27 barring citizens of seven countries – Iraq, Iran, Syria, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen – from entering the United States for at least …

The abandonment of the societal missions approach and the creation of the Cooperative Program in 1925 – and, in turn, the creation of the Foreign Mission Board and Home Mission Board – ushered in …

It was the Sunday morning after Easter, April 23, 2017. I arrived at church around nine o’clock, parked in the back lot, then headed towards the sanctuary. Walking by our fellowship center, Providence Hall, I noticed some shingles that looked as if the recent winds may have loosened them. I then looked at the original part of our building, checking to see if there may have been any damage there.

If you live anywhere close to the 6th Congressional District in Georgia, you have been inundated with political advertisements from congressional candidates Karen Handel and Jon Ossoff. If …

Last April retail giant  Target made an announcement that created a bit of angst among folks whose lives are marked by civility and decency. The Corporation announced it would allow men to use …

I'll never forget what a seasoned fundraising consultant said to me soon after I took a job in the development office at a small Baptist college in the late 1980s. "Son, always remember, inside of …

As I sat and chatted with Pastor Gerald Gibson, I couldn’t help but be excited in my spirit. He represents what I’m seeing as a growing number of pastors, particularly in African American church …

Index editor J. Gerald Harris was called as pastor to Newport Baptist Church not long after graduating from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. In April of 1967 – fifty years ago – I was …