Heroes of the Faith
Author and Alabama Baptist Joanne Sloan researches and writes about famous Christians from previous centuries.
January 23, 2017
Charles Haddon Spurgeon
By Joanne Sloan Charles Haddon Spurgeon (1834–1892), known as the “Prince of Preachers,” was a pastor, evangelist, author and philanthropist. ... [READ MORE]
December 15, 2016
Heroes of the Faith — Christmas Evans
By Joanne Sloan Special to The Alabama Baptist Christmas Evans (1766–1838) was one of the greatest preachers of Wales. This year is the 250th ... [READ MORE]
November 17, 2016
Heroes of the Faith — Brother Lawrence
Brother Lawrence is known for his book, “The Practice of the Presence of God.” This classic focuses on how to pray unceasingly with God throughout ... [READ MORE]
October 20, 2016
Heroes of the Faith — William Batchelder Bradbury
William Batchelder Bradbury (1816–1868) composed the tunes of two of the most famous hymns of all time: “Jesus Loves Me” and “Just as ... [READ MORE]
September 15, 2016
Heroes of the Faith — Erasmus
Desiderius Erasmus (1466–1536) was a Catholic reformer, a theologian and one of Europe’s most influential scholars. This year is the 550th ... [READ MORE]
