- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 July 1, 2025

Israeli Jews asking for New Testaments as wars usher in Gospel, Israeli pastor says

Adonai Roi Congregation founding pastor Avi Mizrachi (front row, right) and his wife Chaya (at his side) worship with the congregation in Tel Aviv. (Photo credit: screenshot)

Israeli Jews asking for New Testaments as wars usher in Gospel, Israeli pastor says

July 1, 2025

TEL AVIV, Israel (BP) — D’vora was rushing her two children to the home of her father Avi Mizrachi, founding pastor of Adonai Roi Congregation…

Explore the Bible: July 6

Explore the Bible: July 6

July 1, 2025

Bible Studies for Life: July 6

Bible Studies for Life: July 6

July 1, 2025

‘God still speaks through dreams’: Central Asian missionaries see God bring light in total darkness

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‘God still speaks through dreams’: Central Asian missionaries see God bring light in total darkness

June 27, 2025

IN THE MARGINS: When war isn’t black and white — a Christian look at ‘just war’

IN THE MARGINS: When war isn’t black and white — a Christian look at ‘just war’

June 26, 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).