Jerry Batson taught religion at several schools of religion, served as associate dean of Beeson Divinity School at Samford University in Birmingham and filled pastorates in Alabama Baptist life throughout his career. He now provides a basic theology lesson for Alabama Baptist readers.
Theology 101 — The Bride of Christ
For several weeks Theology 101 has used the imagery of the Church as the Body of Christ as a way
Theology 101 — The People of God
The Church Universal As noted last week, the imagery of the Church as the body of Christ calls attention to
Theology 101 — The People of God
One Body, Many Members As we continue to look at the biblical analogy of the Church as a body, we
Theology 101 — The People of God
Joined to Christ Among the numerous analogies in Scripture by which to convey truths about the Church as the people
Theology 101 — The People of God
The Body of Christ The Old Testament reminds us that in a special sense, God chose Israel to be His
Theology 101 — Reflections on Christ’s Coming
Jesus came to set an example During these reflections on Christ’s first coming, we have given thought to Jesus as
Theology 101 — Reflections on Christ’s Coming
Jesus came to teach truth As we continue reflecting on Christ’s first coming, we add to
Theology 101 — Reflections on Christ’s Coming
Jesus came to redeem sinners Last week our reflections on the significance of Christ’s first coming emphasized that His mission