By Joy Allmond NASHVILLE, Tenn.—As more stories of sexual abuse in evangelicalism—including the Southern Baptist Convention—come to light, denominational leaders have recognized the need to be responsive and educated in caring for those within their ministries who disclose abuse experiences. Lifeway Christian Resources, the Ethics and Religious Liberty … [Read more...]
New Lifeway study helps families cultivate fruit of the Spirit
By Aaron Wilson NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- As parents of two young kids, Josh and Christi Straub know how difficult it can be to wrangle a family together to learn about God’s Word. “It can feel like a pipe dream some days,” according to the Straubs. “Busyness creeps in. Tempers flare. Just getting the kids in bed sometimes feels like a massive parenting win.” But … [Read more...]
87-year-old church pianist achieves long-awaited dream of publishing song
By Aaron Wilson CONWAY, S.C. -- For the past 15 years, Wynness Thomas has been homebound, battling daily pain from arthritis of the spine and Parkinson’s disease. But this former church pianist and choir member at Tilly Swamp Baptist Church hasn’t let her age or ailments rob her of her love of music. Thomas, 87, is now living out a dream she’s carried in her heart for … [Read more...]
New book, ‘Within Reach,’ offers insight for student ministry
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today’s high school graduate is faced with an abundance of choices. Go to college or enter the workforce? Dorm life, apartment life, or mom and dad’s basement? But no decision may be as important as whether or not to continue attending church. A new study from Lifeway Research and Lifeway Students reveals that two out of three young … [Read more...]