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Ivey’s ed tech commission and use technology in schools
Alabama’s commission studying screen-based instruction is moving toward recommendations on when and how technology should be used in K-12 classrooms, with members focusing not simply on how much time students spend on screens …
Christian relief worker still captive after five months
A Christian relief worker, whom rebel militants in Sudan abducted five months ago, is believed to still be their captive.
Alabama delegation vies to host new Space Academy
Alabama’s entire congressional delegation is united in calling for the newly created U.S. Space Academy to be located in the northern part of the state.
One month of violence in Nigeria: 33 Christians killed
Between Aug. 9 and Sept. 5, more than 30 Christians were killed in one state in Nigeria, a country that has for some time led the world in the number of believers slain for their faith.
Pastor Franklin Kirksey, known for his writing and 47 years of ministry, dies
Franklin Lee Kirksey, former pastor of churches in Alabama, Mississippi and South Carolina, died Sept. 11. He was 64.
Christian woman’s slaying sparks protest
A Pakistani Christian was fatally shot for rebuffing the advances of a male neighbor.
Five sons beat father for putting faith in Christ
A Ugandan man was hospitalized for a week after his adult sons attacked and beat him for putting his faith in Jesus Christ.
International MedAdvance opens new chapter for healthcare missions
For 19 years, MedAdvance has been an annual International Mission Board event that promotes global healthcare strategies to reach the lost.
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Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 13
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 13 written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 13
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 13, written by Robert Olsen, Ph.D., Professor of Historical Theology and Director of Intercultural Studies, University of Mobile.
Re-Christianizing John Howard: A historical role model for Alabama Baptists
This September, on the 300th anniversary of his birth, we have an opportunity to remember John Howard again and to recover a more accurate portrait of his life and work, writes Samford history professor S. Jonathan Bass.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 20, written by Robert Olsen, Ph.D., Professor of Historical Theology and Director of Intercultural Studies, University of Mobile.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
‘Crazy Tie Guy’ helps audiences recognize and remember Jesus
Almost 30 years ago when Nathan Dorrell was balancing seminary studies along with starting a creative ministry, he earned a nickname that made it easy for him to be recognized and remembered.
Pastor Franklin Kirksey, known for his writing and 47 years of ministry, dies
Franklin Lee Kirksey, former pastor of churches in Alabama, Mississippi and South Carolina, died Sept. 11. He was 64.
First person: Couple leaves fingerprints all across Shocco Springs
“[I] can still picture the retired rocket scientist in Liberty overalls, pencil and pad in the front pocket, walking beside [me] saying, ‘being right doesn’t require proving the other person wrong.'” —Russell Klinner, Shocco Springs
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One month of violence in Nigeria: 33 Christians killed
Between Aug. 9 and Sept. 5, more than 30 Christians were killed in one state in Nigeria, a country that has for some time led the world in the number of believers slain for their faith.
Latest news: Update on Sills lawsuit against SBC; Christian presence in Nigeria eroding; AI fears growing
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.
AI and the latest on growing concerns
Ask a chatbot about a disputed Bible verse and you may get a tidy answer. Ask America’s pastors about the AI response, and you get a warning: That tidy answer could be a real problem.
One month of violence in Nigeria: 33 Christians killed
Between Aug. 9 and Sept. 5, more than 30 Christians were killed in one state in Nigeria, a country that has for some time led the world in the number of believers slain for their faith.
Latest news: Update on Sills lawsuit against SBC; Christian presence in Nigeria eroding; AI fears growing
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.
AI and the latest on growing concerns
Ask a chatbot about a disputed Bible verse and you may get a tidy answer. Ask America’s pastors about the AI response, and you get a warning: That tidy answer could be a real problem.