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First person: Addressing the ‘normalization of divorce’
When my wife and I said, “I do” over 20 years ago, neither of us knew very much about marriage. We were certain, however, that dreams, not exit strategies, were our primary ambition for the future.
First Person: Now is the time to minister to prodigal Christians
While doing some spring cleaning, I discovered in the bottom of a drawer, a church pictorial directory which was about 6-year old. Glancing through it, I noticed that many once active families had dropped out and no longer attended.
Pastor Connections: Leaders, stop saying this; what leaders should do if they commit ‘serious sin’; churchgoers asked if they are sharing their faith
A few tips and more for pastors from pastors and church leaders.
Zach Adamson named UM’s director of worship initiatives
The University of Mobile has named Zach Adamson as its new director of worship initiatives in the Alabama School of
Amid fragile political climate, young leaders impact church growth in Guinea
The African nation of Guinea, formally known as the Republic of Guinea, is a country of roughly 14 million people,
Petra consistent in message of ‘Hope’
In 50 years, a lot can change. However, with Petra, the groundbreaking contemporary Christian rock band, not much has changed. Their latest album, “Hope,” sounds like their early work. More importantly, their message hasn’t changed.
Extremists invade worship service, beat pastor unconscious
A mob of extremists interrupted a worship service at a house, attacked men, women and children, and assaulted the pastor until he lost consciousness.
Latest news: SEBTS announces presidential candidate; Olympic women’s sports news; Iran war and Easter; Christian filmmaker urges men not to settle into passivity
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Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for March 29
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for March 29, written by Rony Kozman, Ph.D., Assistant professor of Biblical Studies, Samford University.
Birmingham-area churches host city’s first Serve Tour, see big impact
During Birmingham Serve Tour, more than 1,400 volunteers from 15 states partnered with churches in the Birmingham metro area to work on more than 50 projects ranging from giving haircuts at shelters to building bed kits.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for March 29
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for March 29, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
5 vanity metrics churches chase — and 5 to actually move the mission
Pastor, let me say this gently. Some of the numbers you’re celebrating may not mean what you think they mean.
Former Gardendale pastor Steve Gaines dies following battle with cancer
Steve Gaines, former pastor of Bellevue Baptist in Cordova, Tennessee, and Gardendale First Baptist Church, died March 20. During his time at Gardendale FBC, Gaines led the congregation from a membership of 4,000 to 8,500.
Petra consistent in message of ‘Hope’
In 50 years, a lot can change. However, with Petra, the groundbreaking contemporary Christian rock band, not much has changed. Their latest album, “Hope,” sounds like their early work. More importantly, their message hasn’t changed.
Family fights to bring Christian boy home
A 14-year-old Christian boy’s employer is accused of keeping the boy from his family and of forcing him to convert to a certain religion.
Chuck Norris shares about life at 83 and how he’s aging well
Actor Chuck Norris, 83, says this season of his life is “all about sharing my passion for health and wellness with others and giving back to the community.”
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First person: Addressing the ‘normalization of divorce’
When my wife and I said, “I do” over 20 years ago, neither of us knew very much about marriage. We were certain, however, that dreams, not exit strategies, were our primary ambition for the future.
First Person: Now is the time to minister to prodigal Christians
While doing some spring cleaning, I discovered in the bottom of a drawer, a church pictorial directory which was about 6-year old. Glancing through it, I noticed that many once active families had dropped out and no longer attended.
Petra consistent in message of ‘Hope’
In 50 years, a lot can change. However, with Petra, the groundbreaking contemporary Christian rock band, not much has changed. Their latest album, “Hope,” sounds like their early work. More importantly, their message hasn’t changed.
First person: Addressing the ‘normalization of divorce’
When my wife and I said, “I do” over 20 years ago, neither of us knew very much about marriage. We were certain, however, that dreams, not exit strategies, were our primary ambition for the future.
First Person: Now is the time to minister to prodigal Christians
While doing some spring cleaning, I discovered in the bottom of a drawer, a church pictorial directory which was about 6-year old. Glancing through it, I noticed that many once active families had dropped out and no longer attended.
Petra consistent in message of ‘Hope’
In 50 years, a lot can change. However, with Petra, the groundbreaking contemporary Christian rock band, not much has changed. Their latest album, “Hope,” sounds like their early work. More importantly, their message hasn’t changed.