The Baptist Record - Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 September 5, 2026

FIRST-PERSON: How gambling undermines God’s design

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FIRST-PERSON: How gambling undermines God’s design

September 5, 2026

By Robert Hefner This summer, I’ve been preaching a sermon series titled “Q&A,” addressing theological and practical questions from our church family. The topics have…

MBCB Executive Committee Meeting: Hall approved as new MUW BSU director

MBCB Executive Committee Meeting: Hall approved as new MUW BSU director

September 2, 2026

Equipping conference encourages WMU leaders they are ‘meant for the mission’

Braelyn Weaver, MBCB Women's Ministries/WMU consultant, greets a participant of the Equipping Leaders Weekend held Aug. 21-22 at Brandon Baptist Church in Brandon. (Photo credit: Bart Lambright)

Equipping conference encourages WMU leaders they are ‘meant for the mission’

September 1, 2026

Explore the Bible: September 6

Explore the Bible: September 6

September 1, 2026

Bible Studies for Life: September 6

Bible Studies for Life: September 6

September 1, 2026

Flooding, mudslides cause
devastation in Nepal, Tibet
SOUTH ASIA — Hundreds of people were killed and more than a thousand are missing after devastating mudslides swept through Nepal and Tibet Aug. 26. Send Relief is asking Southern Baptists to help as they coordinate relief efforts. Flash floods ripped through towns and villages, sweeping away homes, buildings and roads. Many villages are only accessible by air because of the flooding, according to Send Relief. The U.S. Embassy in Nepal said at least six districts in the country have been affected by the disaster. Scientists say a glacier collapsed near the Rasuwa district causing portions of mountain rock to rush into nearby rivers, according to the Malaysian news site The Star Online. Water displacement resulted in flash floods and massive mudslides across the region. Send Relief, the compassion ministry of the North American Mission Board and International Mission Board, has opened a portal for donations to help provide basic supplies. Learn more about relief efforts here.