- Journal of the Mississippi Baptist Convention since 1877 October 7, 2025

Explore the Bible: October 12

October 7, 2025

God’s Plans • Numbers 22:22-35 By Ralph Henson Two things stand out in Numbers 22:22-35: the talking donkey and Balaam’s response. Let’s look at both.…

Bible Studies for Life: October 12

Bible Studies for Life: October 12

October 7, 2025

IN THE MARGINS: Live and let love – when to speak up (and when to stay quiet)

IN THE MARGINS: Live and let love – when to speak up (and when to stay quiet)

October 3, 2025

Clues of day the sun and moon stood still for Joshua told in new book on Tel Gezer dig

Archaeologists and scholars from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, the Israel Antiquities Authority, and the Israel Nature and Parks Authority co-directed an excavation of the ancient water system at Tel Gezer from 2010-2018. (BP file photo)

Clues of day the sun and moon stood still for Joshua told in new book on Tel Gezer dig

October 3, 2025

See You at the Pole rallies demonstrate God’s work in this generation

More than 1,000 students attended a rally at Easthaven Church in Brookhaven the night of See You at the Pole on Sept. 24. (Submitted photo)

See You at the Pole rallies demonstrate God’s work in this generation

October 2, 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).