‘God first’ commitment fuels Armstrong’s Olympics outlook
PARIS, France (BP) – His Instagram account proclaims “GOD FIRST!” and U.S. Olympic swimmer Hunter Armstrong tries to be faithful to that description whether he’s winning gold medals or not.
Let the games begin! Southern Baptists ready for Olympics kick-off
PARIS (BP) – Right now, more than 10,000 athletes are gathering for the start of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. They are accompanied by coaches, spectators, vendors, journalists, media professionals and volunteers. It is estimated that 15 million visitors will pass through the French capital this summer, people from nearly every nation on earth, in one place, at one time.
Baptist mission teams use upcoming Olympics to connect, evangelize in Paris
PARIS (BP) – With the Olympic Games opening in Paris later this week, Southern Baptists have already been working in and around the city, capitalizing on the event as a bridge to spread the Gospel.
Despite criticism, Olympic wrestler Brooks points others to Christ
PARIS (BP) – Olympic wrestler Aaron Brooks holds nothing back. You don’t have to encounter Brooks long to know the top priority in his life.
Gibson trusts God’s purposes in journey from retirement to second Olympics
PARIS (BP) – Disappointed in her performance at the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo, Alison Gibson said goodbye to the sport of diving for good. At least, that was her intention.
From NFL and NASCAR to a boxing gym in Germany, IMB couple forges genuine friendships
FRANKFURT, Germany (BP) – "That's the first time anybody allowed me to ask a question," Fredrik remarked, surprised.
Travel sports create issues and opportunities for families and churches
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (BP) – Growing up, Aaron Bryant may have dreamed of playing in the NFL, but his family would’ve never dreamed of skipping church.
‘Fore the gospel’: Southern Baptist pastor and professor enjoys volunteering at PGA Championship
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (BP) — As a pastor and evangelism professor, Tim Beougher is always looking for opportunities to share the gospel. This week, though, he has spent time on God’s creation — the outdoors and golf — with the desire to be an ambassador for his city.
‘Galling lack of concern’ at the center of W.Va. transgender athlete controversy, church says
BRIDGEPORT, West Va. (BP) — Simpson Creek Baptist Church’s record in defending free speech goes back further than the United States itself.
West Virginia church issues statement of support for member and student-athlete affected by transgender case
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. (BP) – A young member of a Southern Baptist church is involved in a West Virginia case about a transgender student and athletics that could have national ramifications.












