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First person: Could 15 weeks make a difference? If so, what’s the first step?
Fifteen weeks from the date of this edition wraps up 2026. That’s 105 days, a little more than three months, and we’ll be ringing in the new year.
IMB’s Chitwood reports to trustees on successes, challenges and opportunities ahead
International Mission Board trustees approved 48 fully supported missionaries for appointment during their Sept. 16-17 meeting at the International Learning
Survey finds strong support for public schools, accountability for private school funding
The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama released its latest edition of the Public Opinion Survey Wednesday (Sept. 16), alongside the launch of a dedicated Education Research Center.
Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”
Medders encourages students to embrace love of Christ
Jeff Medders reminded University of Mobile students during a recent chapel service that they cannot lose their salvation — because they are secure in Christ.
Two Christians may face death penalty on blasphemy charges
Blasphemy allegations that could result in the death penalty have been logged against two Christians in Pakistan.
Southern Baptists celebrate 46 new IMB missionaries
Southern Baptists gathered Sept. 16 at The Heights Baptist Church in South Chesterfield, Virginia, to celebrate 46 International Mission Board
Christ followers must live with ‘sense of urgency,’ IMB’s Fort says
Gordon Fort was a world away from home when he awoke in the middle of the night to a Facetime call from his daughter.
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Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 13
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 13, 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 Sept. 13
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 13 written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 20, 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 Sept. 20
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”
Pastor Franklin Kirksey, known for his writing and 47 years of ministry, dies
Franklin Lee Kirksey, former pastor of churches in Alabama, Mississippi and South Carolina, died Sept. 11. He was 64.
‘Crazy Tie Guy’ helps audiences recognize and remember Jesus
Almost 30 years ago when Nathan Dorrell was balancing seminary studies along with starting a creative ministry, he earned a nickname that made it easy for him to be recognized and remembered.
First person: Couple leaves fingerprints all across Shocco Springs
“[I] can still picture the retired rocket scientist in Liberty overalls, pencil and pad in the front pocket, walking beside [me] saying, ‘being right doesn’t require proving the other person wrong.'” —Russell Klinner, Shocco Springs
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Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”
Medders encourages students to embrace love of Christ
Jeff Medders reminded University of Mobile students during a recent chapel service that they cannot lose their salvation — because they are secure in Christ.
Christ followers must live with ‘sense of urgency,’ IMB’s Fort says
Gordon Fort was a world away from home when he awoke in the middle of the night to a Facetime call from his daughter.
Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”
Medders encourages students to embrace love of Christ
Jeff Medders reminded University of Mobile students during a recent chapel service that they cannot lose their salvation — because they are secure in Christ.
Christ followers must live with ‘sense of urgency,’ IMB’s Fort says
Gordon Fort was a world away from home when he awoke in the middle of the night to a Facetime call from his daughter.