What if we need to engage publicly in education and immigration, not for political reasons, but for spiritual ones?

Chris Johnson, pastor of First Baptist Church in San Antonio, shares his background and thoughts on ministry.

At a time when journalism is under scrutiny, we need to understand what independent journalism is and how such independence relates to all of us.

David Hardage, executive director of Texas Baptists, celebrates the longevity of Baptist churches in Texas and invites churches to share their history.

Brenda Rincones remembers a woman who played a significant role in her community and church, inspiring her to be a role model for others.

Mike Mayer, a member of First Baptist Church in Midland and active in the oilfield services industry, shares his background and his thoughts on being a Christian in the marketplace.

A Baptist Standard reader responds to a review of Doug Weaver’s new book titled Baptists and the Holy Spirit.

Have you ever written a letter to the editor? Letters keep us talking with each other, and most editors cherish that. This one does.

How did Jesus interact with sinners, and how do his interactions inform Christian behavior in a “welcoming” and “inclusive” culture?

Gordon Wilkerson, a member of First Baptist Church in Lubbock and president of Wilkerson Properties and Wilkerson Storage, shares his background and thoughts on being a follower of Christ in the marketplace.

Promises and guarantees of security abound, coming at us from companies and leaders alike. Who do you trust to make good on such promises?

“What worries me most about my own heart and my use of social media is the way it stokes fear, anger and outrage every time I log on.” Zac Harrel encourages readers to examine how we use social media and what it is doing to our hearts.