By Matt Norman When my wife, Michelle, and I developed Pivot: Turning Teams Toward God’s Mission Near and Far as an alternative to a traditional short-term mission trip, we had hopes that the experience would offer life-changing moments. It is hard to measure such a goal, but after five years of working with Pivot teams … Continue reading
By Andy Hale The great philosopher George Carlin once said, “There’s a humorous side to every situation. The challenge is to find it.” Have you ever wondered if the Church has a hard time finding its funny side? Don’t get me wrong, we are about God’s serious business. There are always injustices to stand against, … Continue reading
The following is a press release from Baptist Seminary of Kentucky, a Cooperative Baptist Fellowship theological education partner. Louisville, KY – During May 2019 commencement at Simmons College of Kentucky, the Baptist Seminary of Kentucky (BSK) announced a new scholarship for American Descendants of Slavery (ADOS). The scholarship, named the “Kevin and Barnetta Seminary Scholarship … Continue reading
The following is a press release from Central Baptist Theological Seminary, a Cooperative Baptist Fellowship theological education partner. May 28, 2019 Contact: Rev. Robin R. Sandbothe Director of Seminary Relations The 117th class graduated from Central Seminary on Saturday, May 18, in the 21st Century Learning Center on the Shawnee, KS, campus. Commencement speaker, the … Continue reading
By Gennady and Mina Podgaisky “The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 (NIV) After the fall of the Soviet Union, Ukraine faced financial, governmental and societal crisis and instability. Many adults turned to alcohol out of despair. Many children were sent to the streets to … Continue reading
By Paul Baxley As the final graduation approaches at Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond this weekend, my mind has been on that night 16 years ago when I completed my Doctor of Ministry program and became an alumnus of that incredible school. I still remember attending both the graduation banquet on Friday night in Lingle Hall on the Brook Road campus … Continue reading
By Andy Hale Here are a few news briefs from this week… Why Is the Pentagon Interested in UFOs? U.S. Navy pilots and sailors won’t be considered crazy for reporting unidentified flying objects, under new rules meant to encourage them to keep track of what they see. Spider Spins Web in Man’s Ear: A man in … Continue reading
