FORT WORTH, Texas — President David S. Dockery expressed gratitude for the Lord’s blessings as he shared an upbeat update on the state of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary during his report to the board of trustees during its fall meeting Oct... read more

WASHINGTON (BP) — A growing and diverse share of U.S. adults believe religion is gaining influence in American life, Pew Research Center said Oct. 20, although the share remains in the minority. Growing percentages also have a favorable view of religion and believe their religious beliefs are at odds with mainstream culture, Pew found... read more

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (BP) — A former worship pastor and Christian music singer who shared his testimony of physical challenges is facing charges of distributing child pornography. Jon Paul Sheptock, 49, was the worship minister at First Montgomery Baptist Church when detectives received information in August that he was in possession of and involved in producing child sexual assault materials... read more

BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — When all nine campuses of Brentwood Baptist Church committed to reading through the Bible together, the church experienced real life change that didn’t just affect one ministry or group of people in the church; it changed families... read more