Most of us would say that we care about people. I do. Pastors do. We notice when someone is hurting. We feel concern. We tell others we will pray for them. And oftentimes, we actually do. Caring is not the problem. But caring is often where we stop.
Loving others the way God loves others requires a shift, from caring for people to carrying their burdens. […]
Most ministry failures do not begin with doctrinal compromise. They begin with personal compromise. More often than not, when a pastor’s ministry ends suddenly or painfully, the root cause is not theological drift but a moral failure of some sort. When that happens, the damage is never limited to one person. Families are affected. Churches are wounded. Communities are confused. And the testimony of the gospel suffers. […]
Across the country, churches are facing increasing questions, and in some cases, legal challenges related to their doctrinal convictions. Issues such as hiring practices, who may serve as volunteers, how church facilities may be used, what kind of counseling a church will provide, and even which weddings a pastor will or will not perform are no longer just ministry decisions, they are often being viewed through a legal lens. Which is why a church’s articles of faith are critically important. […]
Over the past few weeks, I have read about large churches in the United States experiencing major internal challenges, not over theology or morality, but over governance, specifically with authority and control. These situations are not just legal issues. They are ministry issues because they affect people, testimonies, and the mission of the local church. […]
Growth doesn’t happen by accident. Whether it’s spiritual growth, leadership growth, or personal development, it always requires intentional effort. Many people want to grow, but they never build a plan for it. They admire growth […]
For the sixth consecutive year, January 19–21, 2026, the BBFI Central Office hosted the annual BBFI State Rep Advance, bringing together State Representatives and the BBFI Executive Committee for focused training, networking, and vision casting. […]
Clermont, FL — On Sunday, January 11, 2026, Venture Church officially launched its first public worship service in Clermont, Florida, marking an exciting new chapter for both the congregation and the Baptist Bible Fellowship International. […]
Pastors, missionaries, and ministry leaders from across Texas gathered January 19–20, 2026, at historic First Baptist Church in Waco for the Texas Baptist Bible Fellowship State Fellowship Meeting, enjoying two days of preaching, leadership training, […]
Today marks the 70th anniversary of one of the most sobering and stirring moments in modern missions history. On January 8, 1956, five young missionaries, Jim Elliot, Pete Fleming, Ed McCully, Nate Saint, and Roger […]
The week before Christmas always feels different. The calendar is full. The phone keeps buzzing. Expectations are high. And for many churches, this weekend and Christmas Eve will bring people through the doors who have not been there in months or maybe even years.
This is not a normal week, and it should not be treated like one. What pastors do in these next few days can shape not only a Christmas service, but also how people see the church and hear the gospel. […]
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