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Seeking to maintain school gains as national eyes take notice
Alabama’s public school improvements have been drawing national attention with increasing frequency, and a New York Times opinion column published Monday marks the latest recognition.
University of Mobile holds marathon of Bible reading
The University of Mobile is holding a 72-hour Bible reading on campus at Lyon Chapel. University students, faculty and staff
What happens after ‘the ABCs’ in church? Are they truly discipled?
After children understand the ABCs and accept Christ as their Lord and Savior, are they truly discipled in the church?
What Gen Beta needs: How to reach the next generation
“Generation Beta is only a year old now — they are a work in progress,” Shelly Melia said.
Disruption of worship service bill could see House vote soon
The Alabama House could soon vote on a bill creating a new crime for the disruption of a worship service.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 15
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 15, written by Jeffery M. Leonard, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biblical & Religious Studies at Samford University.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 15
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Feb. 15, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
‘We rejoice in your return’: Liberian Baptists enjoy IMB partnership after years of absence
“You left us!” Liberian Baptist leaders teased the new arrivals about going decades without an IMB missionary presence. “Now we rejoice in your return.”
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Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 8
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 8, written by Jeffery M. Leonard, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biblical & Religious Studies at Samford University.
‘Elder statesman of youth ministry’ points students to life-changing truths
At 60 years old, evangelist Douglas Runkles – better known as “Runks” – considers himself the “elder statesman of youth ministry.”
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 8
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Feb. 8, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
Lance announces upcoming retirement plans from Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions
Rick Lance began serving with the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions in 1998 and has served more than 55 years total in Alabama Baptist churches and ministry positions.
‘No house like this’: Blanket Fort Hope’s state-of-the-art home ready yet needing house parents
It started with a little girl in second grade who had possibly already been trafficked asking if she could go home with the reading volunteer.
Resumés for Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions executive director being accepted
Resumés and cover letters for those being nominated and/or interested in applying must be received by email on or before March 31. Send to sbomsearch@gmail.com.
State of emergency declared in Alabama as winter storm moves in
Gov. Kay Ivey has declared a state of emergency for 19 northern Alabama counties as people across the state brace for winter weather.
Disaster relief volunteers work in Mississippi after winter storm, in Alabama after tornado, winds
After a winter storm swept across north Mississippi in late January — at the same time a tornado and straight-line winds affected south Alabama — Alabama Baptist Disaster Relief teams are hard at work.
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What Gen Beta needs: How to reach the next generation
“Generation Beta is only a year old now — they are a work in progress,” Shelly Melia said.
10 things we can learn from believers around the world
In my various roles, I’ve been privileged to travel the world, talk to global brothers and sisters in Christ, and learn from them. I may be the professor, but they always teach me. Here are some things we can learn.
First person: The Shepherd’s guiding staff
A shepherd’s staff is used to rescue a lost or entangled sheep, but it is also the tool by which a shepherd affectionately guides his flock.
What Gen Beta needs: How to reach the next generation
“Generation Beta is only a year old now — they are a work in progress,” Shelly Melia said.
10 things we can learn from believers around the world
In my various roles, I’ve been privileged to travel the world, talk to global brothers and sisters in Christ, and learn from them. I may be the professor, but they always teach me. Here are some things we can learn.
First person: The Shepherd’s guiding staff
A shepherd’s staff is used to rescue a lost or entangled sheep, but it is also the tool by which a shepherd affectionately guides his flock.