Reading what the Apostle Paul said about our bodies being “the temple of God,” I became convicted about what I allow my children to eat — too many sweets, etc. But my husband resists my words of caution and models…
Rob Bell: Christians shouldn’t fear controversy over doctrine
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (ABP) — Precise definitions and formulations of doctrines aren't necessary prerequisites to evangelism or Christian unity, said author Rob Bell, pastor of Mars Hill Bible Church in Grand Rapids, Mich., who has become an increasingly controversial figure among…
FAITH DIGEST
Evolution and religion compatible, scientists insist. A top panel of scientists has published a new book asserting that belief in the theory of evolution and religious faith “can be fully compatible,” and creationism has no place in science classes. The…
Mission Board to sponsor church and clergy tax seminars
RICHMOND — A number of unique rules apply to churches and “ministers for tax purposes.” To help church staff and church lay leaders understand and comply with the tax laws, a series of church and clergy tax seminars sponsored by…
WMUV announces new staff additions
Woman's Missionary Union of Virginia has added three persons to its staff. Kristen White joined the staff as youth missions coordinator on Jan. 17. Kristen graduated with a bachelor's of art degree in religion from the University of Mary Washington…
Responding to the Luke 4 mandate
In increasing number of Christians are responding to global issues, noting biblical calls for such action. They commonly cite Luke 4:18-19 — when Jesus announced the inauguration of his public ministry by quoting an Old Testament passage about good news…
Field personnel provide medical care to Bedouins
ATLANTA — When Tim Myrick walked to the hospital each morning, he said a short prayer — “Lord let me represent Jesus as clearly as possible.” The hospital, located in the desert of northern Jordan, serves tuberculosis patients from all…
Caring for the poor: Whose job is it — church or state?
Care for people Jesus called “the least of these” requires response from both congregations and government, according to specialists who focus on ministry to the poor and on church/ state relations. As participants in both church and state, Christians should…
Gaza church continues witness despite persecution
JERUSALEM — An anonymous Baptist source in Jerusalem pleads with Baptists across the world to pray fervently for the pastor and members of the Gaza Baptist Church. Hanna Masaad, the church's pastor, will outline the persecutions the church has endured…