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First person: Stop living in the future
“You are the future of the church.” “One day God is going to use you.” “Once you graduate…” “Once you complete…” “Once you…” Fill in the blank.
Court rules marriage to minor female could be child abuse
In a ruling seen as a step forward in protecting minor girls in Pakistan, the Lahore High Court decided that marriage to a female younger than 18 could constitute child abuse.
Lass Words: A bigger God — who ‘controls the waters of your life’
I recently spent a few days sitting on the beautiful shoreline of Orange Beach, Alabama. It was a calm day on the Gulf Coast, perfect for relaxing under your umbrella or wading into the rolling waves.
Longtime educator, pastor’s wife, Johnnie G. Golden, dies at 99
Johnnie G. Golden, longtime educator and wife to a central Alabama pastor, died Sept. 17. She was 99. She met
Latest news: Jim Bakker dies at 86; paradigm for successful parenting; more reflections from 9/11
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.
Cheaha Area Crusade draws thousands as 40+ area churches work together to plan, pray, follow up
James Howard said he’d been praying for a buddy of his for years. But he didn’t expect it to be the lights from the football field that got him.
West End Baptist women make jump ropes from T-shirts for Christmas shoeboxes
It started with a little online inspiration and ended up being a big, fun project, according to Karen Watkins. And now the women of West End Baptist Church in Clanton are sending more than 300 handmade jump ropes to children in other count
Digital engagement create gospel opportunities in Southeast Asian islands
Recently, an International Mission Board team in Southeast Asia asked a young woman if she had heard the story of Jesus. She replied that, yes, she had heard about Him through a video online!
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Enterprise First Baptist Church brings up associate pastor
Marcus “Marc” Edge is the new associate pastor of Enterprise First Baptist Church.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 4
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 4, 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. 4
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 4, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 11
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 11, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
Cheaha Area Crusade draws thousands as 40+ area churches work together to plan, pray, follow up
James Howard said he’d been praying for a buddy of his for years. But he didn’t expect it to be the lights from the football field that got him.
Pastor Appreciation Month: 32 ways to honor your pastor
I update and publish this list each year so you and your church can consider ways to show your gratitude to your pastor during Pastor Appreciation Month:
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Oct. 11
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Oct. 11, written by Robert Olsen, Ph.D., Professor of Historical Theology and Director of Intercultural Studies, University of Mobile.
Child pornography sends brothers to prison
GARLAND, Texas — The younger of two brothers convicted of sexually exploiting girls in the youth group of a Texas
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Lass Words: A bigger God — who ‘controls the waters of your life’
I recently spent a few days sitting on the beautiful shoreline of Orange Beach, Alabama. It was a calm day on the Gulf Coast, perfect for relaxing under your umbrella or wading into the rolling waves.
West End Baptist women make jump ropes from T-shirts for Christmas shoeboxes
It started with a little online inspiration and ended up being a big, fun project, according to Karen Watkins. And now the women of West End Baptist Church in Clanton are sending more than 300 handmade jump ropes to children in other count
Pastor Appreciation Month: 32 ways to honor your pastor
I update and publish this list each year so you and your church can consider ways to show your gratitude to your pastor during Pastor Appreciation Month:
Lass Words: A bigger God — who ‘controls the waters of your life’
I recently spent a few days sitting on the beautiful shoreline of Orange Beach, Alabama. It was a calm day on the Gulf Coast, perfect for relaxing under your umbrella or wading into the rolling waves.
West End Baptist women make jump ropes from T-shirts for Christmas shoeboxes
It started with a little online inspiration and ended up being a big, fun project, according to Karen Watkins. And now the women of West End Baptist Church in Clanton are sending more than 300 handmade jump ropes to children in other count
Pastor Appreciation Month: 32 ways to honor your pastor
I update and publish this list each year so you and your church can consider ways to show your gratitude to your pastor during Pastor Appreciation Month: