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 — Coming to Jesus
The biblical account of Jesus and His disciples offers us a helpful pattern for our own Christian discipleship. The disciples
Theology 101 — Christmas Praise
Many of us are inspired during this season by the songs and carols of Christmas. We may hear choirs and
Theology 101 — Christmas Peace
The angel’s announcement of the birth of Jesus was one of “good tidings of great joy” as we noted last
Theology 101 — Christmas Joy
Before this Christmas season is over, if not already, most of us will hear and even join in singing Isaac
Theology 101 — Offering Praise
In this week after Thanksgiving, we turn our attention to offering praise. Our attention is again drawn to the familiar
Theology 101 — Giving Thanks
Psalm 100:4 is a wonderful and memorable call to praise and thanksgiving: “Enter into His gates with thanksgiving and into
Theology 101 — Lord’s Supper
Jesus’ final meal with His disciples is referred to by several different names: the Last Supper, Communion or the Lord’s
Theology 101 — Baptism
At a point in the worship service, the minister enters a pool of water joined by a candidate for baptism.