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America Divided
Disagreement? It’s natural and normal for people to disagree. Each of us has a unique perspective shaped by our experiences, values, and access to information. In a healthy setting, disagreement doesn’t diminish or destroy relationships. Instead, it can help improve listening and critical thinking. It can deepen trust and understanding. It can develop better…
Read MoreDefying Gravity
We’re on a multi-year journey of discovery… seeking to experience and understand what it means for a group of people to truly “flourish together.” Our 2025 church theme is “Flourishing Together: Rooted in Christ.” This emphasis reflects the imagery of the Psalm 1 Tree (deep roots, strong trunk, fruitful branches). We’ve established a basic definition…
Read MoreWhen the Word Is Heard
Why Translation and Audio Access Matter for Heart Languages I’ve traveled to places where the gospel is alive in the air—and places where it feels like it hasn’t yet found its way into the language of the people. Time and time again, especially in West Africa, I’ve been confronted with a reality that’s easy to…
Read MoreBaptist World Alliance Updates – Acts 2 Movement
BWA’s World Congress was a stirring week, and as I continue to process everything that I encountered as I participated in this event, I continue to come back to Baptist World Alliance’s call for the global Baptist family to commit to joining in the Acts 2 Movement. One of Dr. Elijah Brown’s recurring statements at…
Read MoreAn American Health Crisis
According to many experts, our country is experiencing a health crisis. The U.S. has lower life expectancy at birth, higher maternal and infant mortality rates, and higher hospitalization rates from preventable causes compared to other wealthy countries. Americans experience higher rates of chronic diseases like heart disease, lung disease, obesity, and diabetes at…
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