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Long list of education bills die in legislative session
The 2026 legislative session ended last week, and while lawmakers passed more than four dozen education-related bills, a long list of others did not make it to the finish line.
How Ukrainian refugees found purpose amid ‘new reality’
One moment, the Skopyches were tourists, vacationing in Europe to visit friends. The next, they were among an overwhelming swell
Latest news: ERLC trustees elect Lenow; NASA engineer reflects on Artemis II mission; blockading the Strait of Hormuz
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Musician’s call to worship changes after conversion
A locally renowned musician found himself sitting in the one-room jail cell of the local police station. In addition to an illustrious career as a pianist in a band, he was his community’s cantor.
Craig Carlisle to be nominated for SBC 1st vice president
“Every corner of [Alabama] — north and south, metropolitan and rural, young and old — holds Craig Carlisle in high regard. I am confident that same respect and affection will be evident on the national stage.” —UM president Charles W. Smith
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for April 19
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for April 19, written by Rony Kozman, Ph.D., Assistant professor of Biblical Studies, Samford University.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for April 19
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for April 19, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
First person: Remember the Christians of Iran
In 2019 I was blessed to have the opportunity to participate in a mission trip to Athens Greece with the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary for the purpose of ministering to middle eastern refugees living there.
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First person: The greatest danger facing today’s church
The greatest danger facing today’s church is not persecution, political pressure or cultural hostility. It is something far more subtle – and far more familiar. The greatest danger is apathy.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for April 12
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for April 12, written by Rony Kozman, Ph.D., Assistant professor of Biblical Studies, Samford University.
In ‘brokenness,’ Coach Hugh Freeze finds hope and peace in Christ
Speaking recently to students at All Christ Church in Auburn, Hugh Freeze described how he is experiencing God’s hope and peace even amid the brokenness and heartache of being terminated as Auburn University’s head coach.
Craig Carlisle to be nominated for SBC 1st vice president
“Every corner of [Alabama] — north and south, metropolitan and rural, young and old — holds Craig Carlisle in high regard. I am confident that same respect and affection will be evident on the national stage.” —UM president Charles W. Smith
‘New dark age’: Finland’s Supreme Court and its mixed verdict in Päivi Räsänen case
The Finnish Supreme Court recently ruled 3-2 to convict Päivi Räsänen of “hate speech” for a 2004 church pamphlet outlining biblical views on marriage, while also unanimously acquitting her over a 2019 Bible verse tweet.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for April 12
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for April 12, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D., professor of Biblical Studies, University of Mobile.
First person: Remember the Christians of Iran
In 2019 I was blessed to have the opportunity to participate in a mission trip to Athens Greece with the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary for the purpose of ministering to middle eastern refugees living there.
Faith in space: Religion on display from Apollo 8 to Artemis II
On Monday (April 6), NASA astronauts finally were about to commence Artemis II’s flyby of the moon, the first such close observance of Earth’s satellite in nearly 60 years.
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How Ukrainian refugees found purpose amid ‘new reality’
One moment, the Skopyches were tourists, vacationing in Europe to visit friends. The next, they were among an overwhelming swell
Craig Carlisle to be nominated for SBC 1st vice president
“Every corner of [Alabama] — north and south, metropolitan and rural, young and old — holds Craig Carlisle in high regard. I am confident that same respect and affection will be evident on the national stage.” —UM president Charles W. Smith
First person: Navigating the age of AI news
I regularly hear the voice of William D. Downs Jr. echoing in my mind. Dr. Downs was the department chair
How Ukrainian refugees found purpose amid ‘new reality’
One moment, the Skopyches were tourists, vacationing in Europe to visit friends. The next, they were among an overwhelming swell
Craig Carlisle to be nominated for SBC 1st vice president
“Every corner of [Alabama] — north and south, metropolitan and rural, young and old — holds Craig Carlisle in high regard. I am confident that same respect and affection will be evident on the national stage.” —UM president Charles W. Smith
First person: Navigating the age of AI news
I regularly hear the voice of William D. Downs Jr. echoing in my mind. Dr. Downs was the department chair