Oct 15, 2026 | This Sunday in Baptist History
On this day in 1649 the Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony wrote the following letter to the leadership of the Plymouth Colony, chiding them for their leniency toward the Baptists in their realm. “Honored and beloved Brethren: We have heretofore heard diverse...
Oct 13, 2026 | Timothy Parrow
Dear Pastor and Brethren: Mission Activities During this month, we had a fellowship meal after the morning service to create a successful time of spiritual fellowship and social fellowship. Sis. Elaine Maginnis attended for the first time since she moved to...
Oct 11, 2026 | Sunday Morning
One of the enjoyable things Judy and I did while on vacation was to visit the Tennessee Museum of the Bible. I knew there was a book store involved, so I went into their mini mall bay in Pigeon’s Forge with low expectations. I thought there might be a few old Bibles...
Oct 9, 2026 | This Sunday in Baptist History
C. A. Stiles is not a familiar name. He was not famous. He didn’t do anything outstanding to draw attention to himself. But he was faithful to his Saviour. C.A. was born in 1836, near Charleston, South Carolina. Following his salvation, he was baptized not long...
Oct 8, 2026 | Timothy Parrow
Dear Pastor and Brethren: Preaching Material I have begun a new series of messages entitled, “Seven Promises of God the Father to God the Son to Aid Him in the Fulfillment of the Covenant of Redemption.” It seems like my sermon titles get longer and longer...
Sep 20, 2026 | Sunday Morning
It was a bright, sunny July day in Calgary, Alberta. Judy and I joined thousands of others, lining up along the road from the airport to the Palliser Hotel downtown. There she was, as beautiful as always, with a light-colored jacket and a matching hat, waving to all...
Sep 17, 2026 | This Sunday in Baptist History
It is always difficult to successfully follow the ministry of an eminently God-blessed pastor. Time and time again, churches have been destroyed during the decade after the death of a long and God-blessed pastor. And almost as often, the succeeding pastor has been...