August 13, 2026 Stories

Book of Esther used in new era of Deaf Bible translation

When Deaf Pathway Global (DPG) set out to test a groundbreaking new approach to Bible translation, the organization didn’t begin with a complex theological text or a long gospel narrative. Instead, they chose a story from Scripture filled with courage, tension and triumph.

Final claim dismissed in Johnny Hunt lawsuit

A U.S. district court has once again sided with the Southern Baptist Convention and other defendants in a suit brought by former SBC President Johnny Hunt. Chief District Judge William L. Campbell Jr., of the Middle District of Tennessee issued today (Aug. 12) a final summary judgment on the only remaining claim in the case.

A legacy of faithfulness

Recently, I was honored to attend and preach at the 200-year anniversary celebration for Providence Baptist Church in New Bloomfield, Mo. It was a special occasion for multiple reasons, but I was particularly impacted by two observations. I’d like to reflect for a few moments and share about my experience.

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