Perspectives

Five facts you should know about problem gambling: Problem gambling is an umbrella term for all gambling behavior patterns that compromise, disrupt or damage personal, family or vocational … more

NASHVILLE (BP) – As Christians, we have a responsibility to pray for the leaders of our nation. more

Kentucky Baptists can, and should, celebrate that the unified evangelistic effort known as The Gospel to Every Home (GTEH) is being met with incredible buy-in across the Commonwealth. more

Many Christians, who are also Americans, face a challenge on Inauguration Day 2021. On the one hand, we want to celebrate the transfer of authority. It is one aspect of our Republic that makes it unique. On the other hand, some Christians are filled with anxiety when an incoming president promises to implement policies opposed to their deeply held values. more

“Words of the Year” are a trending topic every January. Some designate a Word of the Year to guide or focus goals and intentions for the next 365 days. Many spend a great deal of time praying for that word from above to inspire or grow in faith. After years of participating (because you know I love words), I’m a little sad to say I don’t have a word for 2021. more

It was a rough year in 2020 and Gen Zers are just as eager as the rest of the world to leave it behind. But maybe we should all slow down before teachable moments from the past year are lost in the hustle and bustle of a new one. more

In 2020, parents grew increasingly frustrated with school closings and the apparent inability of many public schools to adequately deal with the COVID crisis. Children are falling behind academically and socially. more

We busted out of quarantine on Monday.  more

For some time, the very foundations of America have been shifting. Some of the reformations are needed, some are not. In recent days the shift has been pushed forward at a frightening pace. more

In December, Wade and I celebrated our ten year wedding anniversary. After sharing some celebratory cake and kisses, we closed on the purchase of our new home and began unloading the U-Haul. It wasn’t our first time to move, or our second, not even our third. No, this is our 30th change of address in a decade. more