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How is your church communicating the value of that ministry to the pastor?
If churches will take better care of their pastors, then pastors will be able to take better care of their

God transformed Myriam’s heart, now she shares faith regularly
Twenty minutes had passed already. The sun was going down, and they were looking everywhere, but they only saw men

Latest news: Christians killed in mass shooting at funeral; Baptist editor facing challenges after spinal surgeries; ‘Daniel and the Fiery Furnace’ review
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.

Should Christians watch ‘scary’ movies? Topic sparks online debate.
It’s probably no surprise that Halloween draws a variety of opinions — especially among churchgoers. The question of whether or not Christians should watch horror or “scary” movies also has drawn a strong response on both sides.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 1
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 1, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 1
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Nov. 1, written by Robert Olsen, Ph.D., Professor of Historical Theology and Director of Intercultural Studies, University of Mobile.

Equipping churches to reach Deaf people with gospel
Dana Tarter summed up one of the challenges churches face in reaching Deaf people with the gospel in three words.

Weekend review: Targeting gambling and prediction markets; sanctity of life on the ballot; and more
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these headlines from the week reported by The Baptist Paper.
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State missionary Stewart taking new Alabama-focused role with GuideStone
The state church engagement manager position is a pilot program designed to strengthen GuideStone’s ministry partnership with Southern Baptist churches, pastors and ministry leaders through dedicated, in-state engagement.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for October 25
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 25, 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 Oct. 25
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 25, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.

Latest news: Former Lifeway employee charged; pastors weigh in on challenges of preaching; Mo. Supreme Court tackles question of explicit books in public schools
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.

School-related amendments on Alabama’s November ballot: What would they do?
Alabama voters will decide Nov. 3 whether public schools should be required to allow student-led prayer, conduct the Pledge of Allegiance daily and play the national anthem weekly.

Clergy Act signed into law: Britt ‘thrilled’ ministers can re-enroll for key benefits
President Donald Trump signed the Clergy Act into law on Tuesday (Sept. 20), creating a temporary opportunity for eligible ministers who previously opted out of Social Security to elect future participation in the program.

Christian persecution in Nigeria claims three more lives
The targeting of Christians in Nigeria has claimed three more lives.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 1
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Nov. 1, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
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Should Christians watch ‘scary’ movies? Topic sparks online debate.
It’s probably no surprise that Halloween draws a variety of opinions — especially among churchgoers. The question of whether or not Christians should watch horror or “scary” movies also has drawn a strong response on both sides.

Equipping churches to reach Deaf people with gospel
Dana Tarter summed up one of the challenges churches face in reaching Deaf people with the gospel in three words.

Weekend review: Targeting gambling and prediction markets; sanctity of life on the ballot; and more
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these headlines from the week reported by The Baptist Paper.

Should Christians watch ‘scary’ movies? Topic sparks online debate.
It’s probably no surprise that Halloween draws a variety of opinions — especially among churchgoers. The question of whether or not Christians should watch horror or “scary” movies also has drawn a strong response on both sides.

Equipping churches to reach Deaf people with gospel
Dana Tarter summed up one of the challenges churches face in reaching Deaf people with the gospel in three words.

Weekend review: Targeting gambling and prediction markets; sanctity of life on the ballot; and more
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these headlines from the week reported by The Baptist Paper.




