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 — Be it resolved
Governing bodies, committees and other formal groups often pass resolutions as expressions of their opinion or intention. Individuals also often
Theology 101 — From One Year to the Next
These early days of January are transitional, as we learn to abandon the habit of dating items with 2020 and
Theology 101 — A Time for Outward Testifying
For the past two weeks, Theology 101 has used actions of Mary, the mother of our Lord, as the basis
Theology 101 — A Time for Inward Pondering
Last week our emphasis was on Christmas as a time for godward rejoicing. This week our attention focuses on Mary
Theology 101 — A Time for Godward Rejoicing
Several features of the Christmas story as recorded in the opening chapters of Luke are suggestive of practical Christian responses
Theology 101 — The Church: The Pillar and Ground of Truth
Strongholds of Truth For several weeks we have been thinking about truth. For Christians, truth is rooted in the nature
Theology 101 — The Holy Spirit: The Spirit of Truth
Thinking About Truth On the evening before His crucifixion, Christ had much to say to His disciples in what has
Theology 101 — The Bible, the Written Record of Truth
Strongholds of Truth Two weeks ago, Theology 101 began an emphasis on truth. We looked last week at Christ as