By Marissa Postell Sullivan BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — As part of the royal priesthood of believers, theology is for all Christians—not just those teaching in the academy or serving in vocational ministry. It’s the call and privilege of every believer to know, love, and worship God. But how do we help the people in our pews see themselves as theologians? And how can we equip them to … [Read more...]
‘Criswell: His Life and Times’ traces calling and ministry of influential pastor
By Aaron Earls BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — W.A. Criswell is a name well known in Baptist circles. He served as the president of the Southern Baptist Convention and pastored one of the largest churches in America for five decades. His name even adorns a college in Texas. But while many are familiar with the name “Criswell,” few know the man behind the name as well as O.S. Hawkins. … [Read more...]
Evangelicals back immigration reform, increased border security
By Aaron Earls BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — American evangelicals have complex perspectives on immigration and want a nuanced political response, but most want Congress to act soon. A Lifeway Research study sponsored by the Evangelical Immigration Table found evangelicals are increasingly concerned about the number of recent immigrants to the U.S. but still believe Christians have … [Read more...]
Lifeway remembers the life and legacy of ‘Experiencing God’ author Henry Blackaby
By Carol Pipes NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Henry Blackaby, author of Experiencing God, passed away today, February 10, 2024. He was 88. Considered a spiritual statesman by many, the quiet pastor from Canada had a ministry that reached from pastors, missionaries and lay people, to CEOs, U.S. presidents and world leaders. Blackaby’s famous summary of how to know and do the … [Read more...]
From locker rooms to VR labs, road-trip training surprises student leaders
By Aaron Wilson NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- What do a virtual reality lab, a selfie studio, a comedy show and an NHL locker room have in common? If you’re Zac Workun, these venues are prime settings for youth ministry training. Workun is a student ministry specialist for Lifeway Christian Resources who helps plan and lead the Experience, an immersive training event for … [Read more...]