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June 16th, 2016

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

Family requests prayers for Rose Long, wife of state Sen. Gerald Long

NOBTS staffer chronicles Gezer dig through blog, multimedia

NOBTS archaeological dig ends on high note for day

June 1st, 2016

Number of Louisiana messengers pre-registered up, most since 2013

Law to nominate Paul Smith as Vice President of Pastor’s Conference

ACLU director quits after daughters express fear at transgenders in restroom

NOBTS staffer updates progress on Gezer Dig

May 31st, 2016

Fresh Grounded Faith, Jennifer Rothschild draw sold-out crowd

NOBTS evangelism efforts reach four with Gospel

Zoar Baptist hosting Christian sexuality conference

May 29th, 2016

A Memorial Day prayer

The World’s Most Famous WAR MEMORIAL POEM

Steve Gaines’ vision for the SBC: stewardship

May 28th, 2016

VIDEO: U.S. Naval Academy Women’s Glee Club’s performance of Eternal Father

Steve Gaines’ vision for the SBC: soul-winning

MEMORIAL DAY: Jimmy Connelly’s greatest honor

May 27th, 2016

Baylor fires head football coach, strips Ken Starr of presidency in sexual assault scandal

13 incarcerated women receive milestone degrees

Steve Gaines’ vision for the SBC: spiritual awakening

National award recognizes Southern Baptist Disaster Relief

May 26th, 2016

Steve Gaines’ vision for the SBC: Introduction

May 25th, 2016

Louisianans among those graduating from Southern Baptist seminaries

AG Jeff Landry: Edwards’ Executive Order, Obamas’ guidelines for schools have no ‘force of law’

Campers on Mission good for the soul, good for the pocketbook

May 24th, 2016

Grammy award-winning Gospel artist Guy Penrod to perform in Leesville

Atheist relents; enters legal agreement to cease filing lawsuits over free exercise of religion

Hostile Senate committee rejects protections for pastors

Paul Harvey’s baptism: the rest of the story

Editor’s report: ‘Good news’ for Louisiana Baptist Message

Abraham legislation seeks to put a stop to Obama overreach on bathroom policy

Lifting Christ up results in six baptisms for children’s ministry

‘HomePlace’ expands to assist mothers & children transition to independence

Churches advance Gospel through service projects

Kelley to NOBTS grads: Be hope-bearers for a hurting world

LBF trustees discuss ‘free money’ and other updates

Hollywood to Haughton, DR volunteers aided Louisianans

Louisiana Notables

Church start revitalizes founding congregation

Passion for the Word ignites at state Bible Drill

May 21st, 2016

EXCLUSIVE: Evangelical leaders to quiz Trump on faith and values

May 20th, 2016

NAMB’s Kevin Ezell denies confidential ‘Cooperation Agreements’ are ‘gag orders’

More state government contracts

Steve Gaines: ‘We’ve got to be soul winners’

David Crosby: Cooperation in missions, compassion through ministries

J.D. Greear: (declined to interview)

‘All in’ soul-winning effort unveiled for LBC

May 18th, 2016

Louisiana AG Jeff Landry declares Obama transgender mandate unlawful Federal overreach

May 17th, 2016

Franklinton layman given Natchitoches Rotary’s “Service above Self” award

Supreme Court ruling good news for GuideStone, ministries

Louisiana Baptist pastors speak out, take stand following transgender directive

May 16th, 2016

Little Sisters of the Poor, other non profits win at Supreme Court

‘Remembering the Goal’ movie is running with purpose

A call for compassion in Louisiana Criminal Justice

May 14th, 2016

Memorial services set for Pastor Joe Senn

Starnes: We must defy Obama’s transgender decree — no matter the cost

May 13th, 2016

Crockett Point Pastor Joe Senn suddenly passes away

32 Louisiana lawmakers ask AG to address Edwards and Obama transgender demands

Baptist Golf Fellowship winners announced

White House issues transgender order to schools

Take advantage of these revivals in these Louisiana Baptist churches

May 12th, 2016

Russell Moore provoked Donald Trump into attack, Robert Jeffress says

Southern Baptist state leaders accuse mission organization of strong arming

May 11th, 2016

Stephen Curry thanks God ‘for talents He’s given me’ in accepting 2nd straight MVP

May 10th, 2016

Dirt work has begun on new ULM BCM

Sexual addiction tragedy prompts seminary conference

Navigating rising costs in health care

Minor fire at NOBTS extinguished without injury

Trump knocks Moore after national media comments

The Bayou Church collects thousands of dollars to impact Acadiana, Louisiana and Haiti

May 9th, 2016

Louisiana College awards degrees to 101 during May graduation ceremony

Joe McKeever cartoon

EDITORIAL: State government needs to go on a spending diet

Longtime New Orleans ministry leader shares well-learned lessons on grief

May 6th, 2016

Poultry vs. Pinhead: New York City’s mayor says boycott Chick-fil-A

Atheists sue U.S. House of Representatives chaplain on National Day of Prayer

May 5th, 2016

Missing NOBTS student found in Alabama hospital

Feds drop the hammer on North Carolina over bathroom law

May 4th, 2016

Trump’s Indiana win draws support; Cruz, Kasich exit GOP presidential run

Two pro-life bills head to Governor Edwards’ desk for his signature

Join Us Thursday to Pray for our Nation

The Don’ts of Graduation

Missionary slain in Jamaica was Iowa Southern Baptist

Strack featured as Louisiana College’s keynote speaker Saturday

May 2nd, 2016

Ethel Waters: The Sparrow that soared

NOBTS helping police in missing student case

LSUA men’s basketball coach encourages others to combine one’s passion with purpose

2016 SBC program schedule

John Avant announced as Pastors’ Conference nominee

Boomers and Millennials at church: Who’s in charge?