Every missionary explorer must be willing to live out of a backpack for weeks at a time. This doesn’t mean every explorer job consists of trekking through the jungle and unknown areas. Some will move from city to city, staying at hostels, in their effort to find those least reached with the Gospel. IMB Photo
By June Estes, posted June 25, 2026 in First Person I count it a privilege to witness the work God is already doing around the world at such a unique time in history. Our world is more connected than ever, and in many places, the fields are ripe for harvest. Project 3000, or P3K, is an initiative of the International Mission Board that sends “explorers” to commit two years to engage the last 3,000 unengaged and unreached people groups.
An American flag waves as the nation prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission has created numerous resources to help churches mark the Semiquincentennial. Photo by Brandon Porter.
By Brandon Porter, posted June 25, 2026 in ERLC, National News NASHVILLE (BP) – Flags waving, sparklers sizzling and patriotic songs galore will help Americans mark the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4. Leading public policy voices hope Southern Baptists won’t miss the opportunity to give thanks for their freedoms and remember why they’re so important.
Ruth, a believer in the Philippines, is now training others to share the Gospel. IMB Photo
By Brett Highland, posted June 25, 2026 in International Mission Board In towns and villages of the Philippines, the good news of Jesus is meaningful, exciting, life-changing and liberating.
By Scott Barkley, posted June 24, 2026 in Churches & Ministry CENTRE, Ala. (BP) – Jeff Chambers grew up at Noah Baptist Church, which sits on a hill just off County Road 16 about a half-mile east of John’s Crossroads. Fields border it on two sides. A concrete table that hosted many outdoor potlucks for homecomings and all-day singings stands in front of a pavilion. A small graveyard is out back on the other side, beyond the fellowship hall.
By Kentucky Today staff, posted June 24, 2026 in First Person There are few callings more demanding than that of a pastor or church servant. For decades, faithful men and women answer God's call with little thought of financial reward. They do so because they believe God has called them — not because they expect earthly riches.
