FIRST-PERSON: Winning against pornography
To say that pornography use is a “sin epidemic” in our nation, and in the Christian community, may be an understatement.
Brandon Lake garners the most Dove Awards with five; Forrest Frank abstains
NASHVILLE (BP) – “Gratitude” and “Graves Into Gardens” singer Brandon Lake won big at last week’s Gospel Music Association Dove Awards at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.
From Fisk Jubilee Singers to megachurch hits, new museum celebrates Christian music
NASHVILLE (RNS) — The lobby of the new Museum of Christian & Gospel Music in downtown Nashville was filled with the sounds of drills, vacuums and other power tools last week as workers scurried to put the finishing touches on displays ahead of the grand opening a couple days away.
FIRST-PERSON: Spiritual formation in the Age of the Algorithm
We are shaped and formed by our loves and affections. They inform what we think is important and what we value. As Augustine reminds us, our loves drive us toward a trajectory of worship.1 We worship what we love, and we live based on what we love. But, you and I know that because of the Fall, we have to be supernaturally directed by God to rightly order our worship and our loves.
Role of faith in veterans’ suicide prevention receives platform at the White House
WASHINGTON, D.C. (BP) – Faith leaders joined others Sept. 17 at the White House to speak on faith’s role in preventing suicide among veterans and addressing recovery for those struggling with suicidal ideations.
ERLC releases practical guide addressing AI
NASHVILLE (BP) – The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) has released a new practical guide for churches on the topic of ministry in the age of artificial intelligence.
‘Hope, Hurt and Healing’ recounts brother’s suicide, offers healing balm for survivors
ALPHARETTA, Ga. (BP) – Barrett lived outside the lines, his sister Catherine Renfro recalls. He liked sports. Everyone loved being around him. He certainly kept his siblings and parents on their toes.
Slim majority backs physician-assisted suicide
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Half of Americans believe a terminally ill person should be able to ask a doctor for help in ending their life. Legal approval has outpaced the growth in public support.
North Greenville coaching staff boasts four NFL veterans
TIGERVILLE, S.C. – Most small colleges would feel fortunate to have one former NFL player on their coaching staff.
New co-host joins ‘Gridiron and the Gospel’ for 3rd season
NASHVILLE (BP) – Pastors and college football megafans George Schroeder and Dean Inserra have kicked off the third season of “Gridiron and the Gospel,” a podcast dedicated to the sport but also matters of faith.
