- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 August 26, 2025

Bible Studies for Life: August 31

August 26, 2025

Integrity • 1 Peter 3:8-17 By Becky Brown Character does count in the life of a believer in Jesus. God uses us to make a positive,…

IN THE MARGINS: Absent from the body, present with the Lord

IN THE MARGINS: Absent from the body, present with the Lord

August 24, 2025

Supreme Court allows Mississippi to require age verification on social media — for now

Supreme Court, Washington, D.C. (Photo credit: AP/Pablo Martinez Monsivais)

Supreme Court allows Mississippi to require age verification on social media — for now

August 22, 2025

Hispanic Women’s Retreat inspires godly love for family and community

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Hispanic Women’s Retreat inspires godly love for family and community

August 20, 2025

Nearly half of U.S. Christians don’t attend church; higher engagement leads to flourishing

Nearly half of U.S. Christians don’t attend church; higher engagement leads to flourishing

August 19, 2025

Kirk Kirkland named
director of Lifeway Worship
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. — Lifeway Christian Resources announced this week that Kirk Kirkland will step into the role of director of Lifeway Worship on Dec. 1. “We are overjoyed to welcome Kirk to the team at Lifeway,” said Joe Walker, interim Lifeway president. “Kirk’s experience in music ministry, his understanding of Lifeway’s culture and mission, and his ability to relate to worship leaders and music industry leaders uniquely qualify him for this role. His heart for worship, deep pastoral sensitivity, and creative leadership make him an incredible addition to our team.” Kirkland comes to Lifeway from Judson Baptist Church, where he has been serving as minister of music and worship and minister of pastoral counseling since 2008. He is a singer, recording artist, Grammy-nominated songwriter, ordained minister and professional counselor. He has been involved in concert ministry and church music ministry for over 30 years. He previously served at Lifeway as music events coordinator (1998-2004) and as a songwriter for lifewayworship.com (2010-2019).