The Greek word translated "church" is ekklesia and means "called out ones." The term appears more than 100 times in the New Testament and refers to the community of believers over which Jesus is head (Col. 1:18). Thus, the church is neither a physical structure nor a manmade institution. It is the living, breathing body of Christ.

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The heroic account of Daniel's friends, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, is a favorite Bible story of people of all ages. It is a cherished account of three young Hebrew men who stand tall in their faithfulness to Yahweh, the one true God, even in the face of death.

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Southern Baptists refer to baptism and the Lord's Supper as ordinances. That means the Lord commands believers to carry out these symbolic activities, which picture the finished work of Christ and prepare us for his imminent return.



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High Street Press, the publishing imprint of the Missouri Baptist Convention, has released a new resource for personal and group study: Understanding The Baptist Faith & Message. The 300+ page resource unpacks the Southern Baptist Convention's confessional statement, exploring its history and 18 articles of faith.

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In addition to the angel of the Lord's appearance in the fiery furnace of ancient Babylon, we should review the well-known story of Daniel in the lions' den, paying particular attention to Daniel's report to Darius, ruler of Babylon: "My God sent his angel and shut the lions' mouths" (Dan. 6:22). Who is this angel? Could it once again be the angel of the Lord?

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