After migrants were flown to Martha’s Vineyard to make a political point, Editor Eric Black responds with what Christians should do instead.

09/21/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Pastor Matt Carter’s announced retirement carries a lesson for churches who want to ensure their pastors and ministers can serve longterm.

09/14/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Schadenfreude can be useful for accountability. It also exacts a toll far beyond accountability that should concern us.

09/08/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Matt Chandler’s situation isn’t good news. What we can learn from it and put into action is the stuff good news is made of.

08/31/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and the Keller Independent School District gave the Bible a boost this month. Not that the Bible needed it.

08/25/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

In light of Frederick Buechner’s death Aug. 15, Editor Eric Black reflects on his insight into life and ministry, and the grace in his words.

08/18/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Using the right Christian words can obscure underlying meanings Christians should reject. Orbán’s CPAC speech is one example.

08/10/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Underneath the stated reasons for a pastoral drought, Editor Eric Black wonders if there is a more important cause for concern.

08/03/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Three current events with a common thread call for our attention, mourning and action to make real our love for our neighbors.

07/27/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Editor Eric Black analyzes the state of the pastoral search process in Texas Baptist churches and suggests a key response.

07/20/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Baptists are vibrant and active all around the world. Editor Eric Black is among them, learning what can’t be learned staying at home.

07/13/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor

Editor Eric Black describes characteristics of a good Sunday school class, Bible study or small group by way of a controversial example.

07/06/2022 - By Eric Black / Editor