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 — Christ, The Living Embodiment of Truth
Strongholds of Truth Being imperfect persons living in an imperfect world, we live at risk of having truth elude us
Theology 101 — Thinking About Truth
Strongholds of Truth In the afterglow of a national election, we are again keenly aware that truth is of unusual
Theology 101 — Understanding Mysteries Is Not Enough
Biblical Mysteries Many truths in the Bible are termed mysteries. These divine truths have not always been fully revealed but
Theology 101 — Kingdom of God Revisited
Biblical Mysteries In the second week of this theme, Theology 101 looked at the mystery of God’s kingdom. This is
Theology 101 — Gentile Inclusion
Biblical Mysteries Another of God’s hidden truths or mysteries was His intention to include Gentiles in His redemptive provision provided
Theology 101 — Christ and the Church
Biblical Mysteries In the oft-read passage of Ephesians 5:25–33, the ideal marriage is set forth as an earthly reflection of
Theology 101 — Indwelling of Christ
Biblical Mysteries This week Theology 101 continues to look at biblical truths that are labeled mysteries. Having considered already the
Theology 101 — God’s Will
Biblical Mysteries This week Theology 101 draws our attention to what the Bible calls the mystery of God’s will. In