Former Southern Baptist Foundation President Hollis E. Johnson III leaves legacy of integrity, kingdom focus
NASHVILLE (BP) – Former Southern Baptist Foundation President Hollis E. Johnson, III. died Dec. 29 at the age of 90. Johnson led the foundation from 1977 until 2002.
Appeals court says defunding of Planned Parenthood can continue
BOSTON (BP) – The First Circuit Court of Appeals has sided with the Trump Administration in allowing the defunding of abortion providers to continue while a lawsuit is ongoing.
Send Relief marks a year of compassion, collaboration in 2025
ALPHARETTA, Ga. — In 2025, Send Relief’s ministry footprint stretched from neighborhoods shaken by wildfires to communities rebuilding after hurricanes, from U.S. cities mobilizing volunteers to international partners providing care amid war and natural disasters.
State conventions hold CP giving percentages steady, celebrate CP 100
NASHVILLE (BP) – The Cooperative Program (CP) landscape continues to change, but the rate of change may be slowing.
Fall short again? Focus on the Family rep prefers goals to resolutions in 2026
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (BP) – The elliptical machine in 69-year-old Bob Stephens’ home gym is stretching its handlebars to hang three coats. A recumbent bike, various weights and a stationary rowing machine complete the 20-by-20-foot room.
SBC DIGEST: Baptist Record editor retires; Sanctity of Life materials available
Martin retires from Baptist Record; Sanctity of Life Sunday materials available.
BP’s Top 10 most-read stories of 2025
NASHVILLE (BP) – In January, who could have predicted that BP’s most-read first-person of 2025 would also be the overall most-read story? And that it would be about Ozzy Osbourne?
Bible Study: God restores us for His glory
Because life tends to head toward decay, we are in the constant work of restoration, whether restoration of our house or car through painting and construction, restoration of our youthfulness through skin treatments, or restoration of estranged relationships through communication.
GuideStone Year in Review: Honor shaping posture and priorities
DALLAS (BP) -- GuideStone Financial Resources is giving thanks for a year marked by ministry milestones, strategic collaboration and renewed commitment to its mission of serving those who serve the Lord.
SBTS Year in Review: 2025 a year of growth in Gospel training, global reach
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Southern Seminary and Boyce College close 2025 with deep gratitude for the Lord’s kindness. This year brought significant steps in theological resourcing, strong indicators of institutional health, and clear evidence that God is still calling men and women from around the world to serve Christ’s church. With 800 graduates sent out and 5,018 students preparing for ministry and service, the work remains focused on training faithful Gospel servants for a lifetime of ministry.
