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July 27th, 2016

God truly in control as Kelly Longoria continues to make ‘remarkable progress’

First Baptist Church Bossier City aids Louisiana College landscaping efforts

Treasurer Kennedy: State Senator Troy Brown should immediately resign

Volunteers working to make Georgia Barnette Conference Center a home for missions education, training

Pushing past aside, persistent Johnson Bayou finally breaks ground on new church building

FBC Ruston transforms lake for celebration of transformed lives

July 26th, 2016

Loving people where they are key to healing following deaths of Baton Rouge law enforcement officers

Intentional prayer life needed after recent events in Baton Rouge, Middleton says

Now is the time for dialogue about race relations, Baton Rouge pastor says

Many accept Christ during funeral for fallen East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s deputy at Istrouma Baptist Church

Reward rises to $10,000 as Bayou Baptist Church, law enforcement search for answers after second fire

Paralyzed jewelry maker provides inspiration for women during Christmas in July at Florida Boulevard Baptist Church

Camp USA has significant ‘REACH’ with its campers

From memories to action, Girls Mission Camp strengthens campers’ walk with God

July 25th, 2016

Update on Kelly Longoria … another miracle

July 24th, 2016

Kelly Longoria, witnessing a true miracle by God

Louisiana College mourning loss of longtime staffer in fatal car crash

July 22nd, 2016

I am praying for Law Enforcement families

Louisiana Baptists celebrate church planting milestones

Louisiana Notables

PreTeen Invasion offers double the fun in August

July 21st, 2016

Shreveport church hosts briefing for churches on legal issues in Louisiana

July 20th, 2016

Blessings for the Blue

Camp USA planting gospel seeds for Korean children

July 19th, 2016

God at work through strife and destruction, Ginn says during special prayer service in Baton Rouge

In the midst of tragedy, people are turning to prayer

July 18th, 2016

Louisiana College announces four administrative promotions

Winnsboro shooting victim showing miraculous improvements

Churches quickly rally to minister to heartbroken, urge unity and calm after Baton Rouge shooting

Police shooter once Nation of Islam, committed to ‘religion of justice’

I Feel Intense Grief

July 17th, 2016

Gunmen kills three officers, wounds three more; State Police Col. Mike Edmonson: ‘We want and need your prayers’

July 15th, 2016

Eddie Wren: No good can come from embracing the use of alcohol

Perry Noble fired from NewSpring Church after refusing to take ‘corrective’ steps related to alcohol abuse

July 14th, 2016

Poll: Evangelicals wholeheartedly on board with Trump, religious ‘nones’ with Clinton

Undercutting Missions: New Russian law prohibits evangelism, preaching outside state-sanctioned sites

Children’s Home announces adoption and foster care informational meeting dates for late July

July 13th, 2016

‘Beginning of revival’: Southern Baptists respond with prayers, faith and kindness

North Central association schedules series of prayer gatherings

July 11th, 2016

Atheist billboard mocking people of faith taken down after backlash

Summertime is good for Louisiana Baptist missions

VBS fills baptisteries

Louisiana Baptists take lead on key pro-life legislation

FIRST-PERSON: Learning to live in a different America

Tompkins, Keough receive doctorates from Midwestern Baptist Theological

Pastor finishes strong, baptizing till the very end

July 8th, 2016

After tragic week, ‘a Word from God’ desperately needed

FIRST-PERSON: Weeping with those who weep

Louisiana Lagniappe

Legislators repeal sales taxes imposed on churches in March

Resolutions, nominees for Louisiana posts being sought

ERLC & IMB support mosque in principle, not financially

July 7th, 2016

Busy summer as LC undergoes $17 million worth of repairs

Joe McKeever cartoon

Vines & Draper Respond to Russell Moore

FIRST-PERSON: Spiritual leaders & the election

July 6th, 2016

Sports film seeks 1 Corinthians 10:31 movement

July 5th, 2016

Cajundome ‘will be ready’ for YEC

July 4th, 2016

UPDATE: Bayou Baptist Church burns again, undaunted despite possible 2nd attack

July 3rd, 2016

Bayou Baptist Church Slidell a “total loss” after second suspicious fire

July 1st, 2016

On this 4th of July, towns cracking down on American Patriotism

June 29th, 2016

From Africa to America, a man on a mission

Treasurer Kennedy: Governor asks for and gets largest tax increase and second largest budget in Louisiana’s history

June 28th, 2016

Changing the world for Jesus one house at a time

COMMENTARY: The faith of Pat Summitt – ‘I was given certain work to do’ by God

Louisiana College’s pre-registration exceeds expectations

June 27th, 2016

Supreme Court reverses 5th Circuit ruling on Texas abortion law

Church rides ‘wave’ of more baptisms

LC sports legend reaches youth others can’t – through FCA

NOBTS students & staff reach city with the Gospel

Baton Rouge churches help inner city kids ‘go beyond’

Hard work brings spiritual harvest during spring break

Louisiana Lagniappe

First West Monroe member makes Carnegie Hall debut

June 24th, 2016

Georgia Barnette Conference Center – volunteers building a legacy

First Baptist Church Arcadia returns to FUGE Camp at Mississippi College

Senior Adults enjoy Hilltop University at ETBU

Louisiana kids flock to FUGE camps at Mississippi College

Presidential election, Confederate flag resolution highlight SBC

Who’s Who of Southern Baptists on Trump Advisory Board

COMMENTARY: Democrats, LGBT activists’ sinister plan to crack down on Christian schools

June 22nd, 2016

ROSE LANDRY LONG UPDATE: Long family expresses heartfelt-gratitude for prayers during ordeal

Franklin Avenue Baptist hosting marriage retreat cruise

June 21st, 2016

Louisiana Baptist leaders hopeful after meeting with Trump

Best-selling author to headline Louisiana College’s TEACH training and conference

June 20th, 2016

Finals MVP LeBron James on comeback: God doesn’t ‘put you in situations that you can’t handle’

June 19th, 2016

Happy Fathers Day

FATHER’S DAY: Still wanting to call & talk

FATHER’S DAY: Being there

June 16th, 2016

I’m Smiling A Lot

State abortion rates finally drop in 2015 after several years of rising numbers

Gibson reportedly wants sequel to ‘The Passion of the Christ’

Evangelism, discipleship remain a mainstay at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Kelley shares in report to SBC messengers

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Louisianans at Day 2 of SBC

June 15th, 2016

10 of 22 motions referred to SBC entities

SBC resolutions address culture, ministry concerns

‘We need You, Lord’: Baptists plead for national revival

Unity drove decision for presidency, Gaines says during SBC Presidential press conference

Seeking unity, Greear withdraws from race, Gaines wins SBC presidency

VIDEO: Louisiana Baptist reflects on special prayer service during SBC

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Louisianans at SBC Annual Meeting

No clear winner determined in SBC presidential election

June 14th, 2016

VIDEO: Luter speaks on racial problems in America during panel at SBC

AMA will explore policy change on assisted suicide

VIDEO: ULM BCM director shares how he is product of the SBC

NAMB trustees end investigation involving former state convention leader

EC action changes plan for SBC entity Q&A session

We can reduce our Medicaid costs

VIDEO: Brewer, Meek share about LC at their booth in St Louis

The latest from Joe McKeever

VIDEO: Friend says African American Fellowship a vital part of the SBC

VIDEO: Vandercook passionate about purpose of Southern Baptists

PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Louisiana Baptists in St Louis for SBC Annual Meeting activities

June 13th, 2016

Crossover St. Louis: Hundreds come to faith in Christ

WMU opening sessions honor Lee, highlight missions

Lee honored for 20 years leading national WMU

VIDEO: Tallulah pastor voices excitement over this year’s SBC Annual Meeting

VIDEO: Bossier pastor shares the passion of messengers at the SBC Annual Meeting

VIDEO: Pastor shares about what he learned from this year’s SBC Pastors Conference regarding the role suffering plays

VIDEO: Prior to book signing at LifeWay booth, David Crosby thanks Louisiana Baptists

Clemson head coach faces Father’s Day of memories

Louisiana Baptists at WMU Annual Meeting

Why we are Baptist

June 12th, 2016

New ‘stealth’ controversy at SBC replaces Conservative Resurgence battle

June 10th, 2016

Atheists demand governor rescind Bible reading proclamation

Visiting Myrtle Louise

Video, photographs chronicle final day of NOBTS Gezer dig

June 9th, 2016

NOBTS dig team reports best finds to date

I am sold on VBS!

Vacation Bible School and Reaching the Next Generation

Joe McKeever cartoon

Trustees approve apologetics major in Ph.D. program, add three faculty members

Dismantling of evangelist Billy Graham statue in Nashville on hold for now

June 8th, 2016

LC professors honored with endowed chairs and professorships

Experiencing international missions without leaving Louisiana

June 6th, 2016

Faith Baptist enjoys Holy Spirit movement, baptisms

UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Wife returns 2 months after husband’s heart attack to complete the job

June 4th, 2016

God uses chance encounter to intervene in woman’s life

First Columbia’s ‘Campaign For Christ’ getting the message out

June 3rd, 2016

Sheriff orders child to stop sharing Bible verses at school

Obama cites Bible’s ‘Golden Rule’ and his faith to defend transgender bathroom directive to schools

Why Barbara Norton’s comments matter

Joe McKeever cartoon

With a vision for the future, First Covington expands

Louisiana Milestones

EDITORIAL: Why are IMB leaders not answering questions?

Sales tax laws impact LBC churches

Prison, state Senate chambers among the many sites for National Day of Prayer in Louisiana

June 2nd, 2016

Gov. Edwards signs HB 606 into law

Latest update of NOBTS Gezer dig looks back on last year’s trip