Rich Mussler's allegory warns of the temptations of the unemployed "righteous man."

01/23/2009 - By Rich Mussler, First Baptist Church, Lewisville

Baptists’ predilection for dissent is our heritage. Sure, it’s disconcerting, uncomfortable and just plain cringeworthy. But it offers distinct advantages.

01/10/2009 - By By Marv Knox, Editor, Baptist Standard

Across the Red River,  Marv received grace from a stranger who could’ve served justice.

01/10/2009 - By Marv Knox, Editor, Baptist Standard

Misuse of money, sex and power are besetting sins for ministers and church members alike. But we barely talk about these matters. Where can we begin?

01/09/2009 - By Emily Row Prevost

“I think the tradition is that they use all three names, and I will follow the tradition. I’m not trying to make a statement one way or another. I’ll do what everybody else does.”–President-elect Barack Obama

01/09/2009 - By Staff, Baptist Standard

"Our new name needs to reflect a more global mission mindset. "

01/09/2009 - By Staff, Baptist Standard

Christ may heal us of our illnesses, or he may not. We may be spared from the downsizing in our jobs, but we may not. Either way, our hope in Christ is secure.

01/09/2009 - By Randel Everett

Several historical milestones occurring in 2009 offer religious communities and their spiritual leaders some extraordinary teaching moments. These milestones demand attention within America’s churches, synagogues and mosques.

01/09/2009 - By James Rudin

A Baptist pastor pleads for peace in the conflict in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo that has created hundreds of thousands of refugees.

01/02/2009 - By Maurice Mondengo

Surprise as a metaphor for God’s response to all Earth’s heartache. God sprung a surprise on the whole world that first Christmas.

12/30/2008 - By Marv Knox, Editor, Baptist Standard

Although we definitely are not living in the worst of times, we certainly are experiencing the toughest economy in recent years. Challenging times can fortify our faith, strengthen our character and deepen our resolve.

12/30/2008 - By Barry Howard, First Baptist Church, Pensacola, Fla

When newly-pregnant Mary, the 14-year-old who was still virgin, traveled from Nazareth to the home of Zechariah and Elizabeth, who lived on the edge of Jerusalem, the incident was really the new coming of the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem.

12/22/2008 - By Bill Crittenden, Houston