Archive March 24th, 2015When choosing leaders, use your head and heartFormer Saints player finds sobriety – and peaceThis time, God brought the mission field to LouisianaLouisiana Baptist Convention lodgingLBC pastor offers tips on reaching menNOBTS ministry team carries gospel to Olympic settingRepublican, Democratic platforms differ on key issuesSo, exactly how are politics and religion mixing these days?Weekly BriefsRemember your state paper – help make it strongActor busy ‘with everything the Lord’s had me doing’‘Seeing those young lives changed is unbelievable’If the Baptist Message was closed down today, …Matters of concern ( Part One )Matters of concern ( Part Two )For these kids, summer camp is fun and games – and much moreWeekly BriefsWhen it comes to prayer – be a part of the miracleService seeks to pair churches, ministersNominee proposed as Louisiana College presidentThis time, God brought the mission field to LouisianaReality television coarse and unhealthy, new study insistsSouthern Baptist officials cite ongoing efforts to keep healthcare costs in checkWeekly BriefsListen to what candidates do and have done more than what they say‘Do all you can … NOW!’ Leader issues challenge to focus on evangelismLouisianians work to meet disaster needsLC trustees approve change to faculty hiring processLC trustees agree on nominee to serve as new school presidentCourt declines to revisit Roe v. WadeSpread of gospel creating desperate need for trained leaders, missions official saysWeekly BriefsAt this church, the focus is very basic – winning people to JesusFor them, the presidential election is all about family‘I know God called me to this. … I’m a missionary’Louisiana College in excellent shape, leader assertsChurch and politicsExercise right of voting values without violating IRS statutesProtestant majority nearly extinct in America, study showsTying snakes with missions results in lots of snake storiesWeekly BriefsHere is an answer to “What can I do in the face of such a disaster?”These Louisianians are after more than gold at the OlympicsThese women have a tasty way of supporting missionsLBCH focus clearly is on ministry, leader affirmsLegalized gambling – is there an end? Some veterans of the gambling fight maintain they can see the tide turningLeaders urge Christians – do not ignore politicsOverseas trade in human organs exploiting poor, critics emphasizeA sound worse than what a running lawn mower makes is no sound at allOverseas trade in human organs exploiting poor, critics emphasizeLeaders urge Christians – do not ignore politicsWeekly BriefsFor this LC student, basketball is more than just a sport – it is also a gospel toolThis Olympic athlete clearly is grounded by her faithFoundation trustees hear reports on finances, future plansThis time, God brought the mission field to LouisianaLend encouragementReality television coarse and unhealthy, new study insistsYouth ministries grow in importance and deserve strong supportWeekly Briefs‘Free from’ has greatest value when accompanied by ‘free to’‘God has been very near’ – missions worker reflects on life after Iraq attackShe was an African witch doctor-in-training – until …Sole membership issue headed to New Orleans Seminary trusteesDifferent kind of victimsIt was 25 years ago – the SBC was about to changeTwo-year WMU emphasis to focus on ministering to those in povertyWeekly BriefsA step back in timeFor this pro, it is not all about golf and money – but faith and familyConvention search committee issues call for day of prayerLC trustees hold special session, elect new chairChurch-state separation gone too far, ministers sayReligious leaders criticize Bush campaign effort targeting churchesDo not die trying to make your audience die laughingWeekly BriefsMarriage protection amendment allowed to crash and burnA center of hope (Part One)A center of hope (Part Two)This time, these colleges ‘competed’ only for the gospelSouthern Baptist leaders have released the most-important number related to their recent annual meeting.Marriage amendment effort falls short – but supporters vow to continue fightYou get great returns on a quarter if you invest it in the right wayWeekly BriefsChurches should provide good salaries and benefitsHow much of an impact did ‘The Passion of The Christ’ have?‘Our purpose is to bring the gospel down into the city, … to love on people’IMB trustees approve increased funds to meet overseas missions needsIRS officials address churches and politicsThese Louisiana Baptist youth saw the need – and rose to meet the challengeTaking back AmericaCollege remains strongA debt of gratitudeGrave concernsSecrecy in governanceWeekly BriefsIt was just an old book for his collection – or was it?Key moral issues remain on the table in state legislatureState Bible drill, speaker’s tournament winners citedMinistry for each of usSpecial-needs ministry – providing a needed welcomeWhen it comes to special-needs ministry, church must take careIf you need some lizard catchin’ done, here is your manWeekly BriefsWithdrawal from Baptist World Alliance will be a sad day for this editorHe took a dare – and wrote a Christian rival to ‘Harry Potter’‘What could be better than telling people about Jesus?’He cannot walk – however, he still ‘stands’ to preachIssues of moral and social concern continue to draw interest in state legislatureJudge rules partial-birth abortion ban as unconstitutionalMeet the ‘Millennials’ – America’s newest generationYou can forget trying to find any bargains on yachts in this magazineArea BriefsFaith is a key factor in presidential vote, pollster saysReligious dynamic in elections has changed, observers say‘I backed into a challenge I couldn’t walk away from’LBC search committee calls for resumes, prayers‘Glory to God!’ – Lottie Moon offering surpasses $136 millionReagan remembered for impact on Christian politicsThe little fellow was not impressed and benched me from the gameArea BriefsMessengers provide a break from “heavy news” conferenceCrossover Indiana – focusing on ‘what we’re all about’Leader reviews progress, costs of international missionsMessengers use resolutions to address timely issuesMessengers ask NOBTS to adopt sole membershipNew SBC president sets sights on 1 million baptisms a yearSBC votes to withdraw from Baptist World AllianceSouthern Baptists decline to study possible name changeWeekly BriefsDenomination should spotlight pastors of ‘smaller’ churchesDream come true – LC player makes it to the NFLEven in tense times, American soldiers keeping focus of faithBroadcast indecency remains an issueRevivals to reinforce this year’s Crossover evangelism effortIs the fragrance wafting from beside me my wife, a fruit bowl or a salad?Headline issues pending in Louisiana’s LegislatureWeekly BriefsBuckle up, Louisiana Baptists – transition time is hereSo, now – just how great is your dad? Contest offers kids a chance to tellLC faculty adopt statement on selection of class materialsResolution Supporting Dr. Dean Doster and the Directors of MissionsSetting the stage for change ( Part 1 )Setting the stage for change ( Part 2 )Hallelujah! Strong giving allows board to send more missions workers overseasNumber of hungry in the world on the rise, report indicatesWeekly BriefsAt this LBC church, every picture tells a missions story‘I just wanted to represent my people, improve things’Clayton sets plans to retire as Baptist Message editor« Previous Page 1 … 127 128 129 130 131 … 141 Next Page »
