Lifeway Christian Stores

Lifeway Christian Resources, known to many as Lifeway, is a long-established provider of Christian books, Bibles, church supplies, and educational materials. The organization began in 1891, founded as the Sunday School Board of the Southern Baptist Convention, with a mission to support churches and individuals in their faith journeys. Over the years, Lifeway expanded well beyond publishing, building a significant retail presence across the United States. By the early 2000s, the company operated more than 170 Lifeway Christian Stores, offering a broad selection of faith-based products to communities nationwide.

As of March 2019, Lifeway made a pivotal decision to close all of its physical retail locations, marking a significant shift in its business model. The company transitioned to a digital-first approach, focusing its efforts on Lifeway.com and the B&H Publishing Group imprint. This move allowed Lifeway to extend its reach both nationally and internationally, providing digital curriculum, books, and ministry resources to churches and individuals without the limitations of a brick-and-mortar footprint.

Today, Lifeway operates exclusively online from its headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee. The company continues to serve as a trusted resource for congregations and faith-based organizations, leveraging its deep roots in the Southern Baptist Convention and its longstanding reputation for quality and reliability. Lifeway’s evolution over the past five years reflects its commitment to adapting in a changing retail environment, maintaining relevance, and supporting a broad audience through digital innovation and an expansive online catalog.