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Revival challenges Big Creek churches to seek Christ

DRY PRONG, La. (LBM) – The 30 churches of the Big Creek Baptist Association gathered for a joint revival, March 26-29, in preparation for a possible spiritual awakening in Grant Parish. Held at the B22 Auditorium in Dry Prong, the revival featured messages by evangelist Bill Britt of Haughton and music by Jimmy Crabtree, minister of music at New Prospect Baptist Church, Dry Prong, and other musicians in the association. Additionally, the Adult and Teen Challenge choir shared testimonies and special music and First Baptist Church, Dry Prong, hosted a pizza supper before the final night of the revival. Association moderator Travis Sanders, also pastor of Hebron Baptist Church, Dry Prong, said the revival has helped unify the churches as they seek the Lord for a great harvest of souls in their communities. “Churches feel more connected and less alone,” Sanders told the Baptist Message. “When God’s people are revived, then we will see a great crusade.” … [Read more...]

LCU students present research at third annual C.S. Lewis Honors Forum

By LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) – Ten students presented research during the 3rd Annual C.S. Lewis Honors Forum at Louisiana Christian University, March 23. The interdisciplinary research project is the final requirement in fulfillment of the C.S. Lewis Honors Program. “The University’s C.S. Lewis Honors Scholars’ annual presentations serve as a solid reminder that great work can happen at a smaller university,” said LCU President Dr. Rick Brewer. “I am grateful for the professors who shepherd our students toward incredible, creative research underscoring the application of Colossians 3:17.” The following students took part in this year’s forum: Shelby Cumpton of Quitman will graduate in May with a degree in history and minor in political science. She recorded her presentation “A Language of Resistance: The White Rose and the Use of Framing,” as she was representing the LCU Debate Team at the National Championships in Boise, Idaho. Ashley Young of Shreveport will graduate in May with a degree in missions and ministry. The title of her research was “An Exegetical Study of Psalm 137.” Delaina Nacole Walley of Alexandria will graduate in May with a degree in English and minor in art. Her research examined … [Read more...]