Longtime Alabama Baptist pastor Morgan Bailey announces retirement
Morgan Bailey, pastor of Macedonia Baptist Church in Ranburne, announced his retirement from full-time pastoral ministry today (April 21).
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for April 28
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for April 28, written by James R. Strange, professor of Biblical and Religious studies, Samford University in Birmingham.
West Alabama BCM bounces back ‘from scratch’
God is opening doors at the University of West Alabama. Through Logan McCoy’s leadership, UWA’s Baptist Campus Ministries plans outreach events, Bible study and gospel appointments to help students engage and disciple their classmates.
George Hamilton, a WWII vet active in missions and ministry, dies at 102
When George Hamilton was in his early 80s, he heard a sermon about how Jesus can’t be Savior and not also be Lord of someone’s whole life. So he started the “most productive” years of his ministry and missions, right up until almost 100.
Couple personally leads about 500 Chinese students, scholars to faith in Christ
“If you have a heart for the gospel and a heart for college students … you can make a difference,” says BCM campus minister Bill Morrison about ministry efforts that have seen many international students come to Christ.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for April 28
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for April 28, written by Ben Stubblefield, Ph.D., visiting assistant professor of Christian Studies, University of Mobile.
Debbie Childers: You Gotta’ Hear This — Prayer
The gift of laughter really is good medicine, says humorist and Bible study teacher Debbie Childers.
GriefShare helps churches minister to people amid loss
Anyone experiencing loss and grief, whatever the reason, is invited to attend a GriefShare group, where participants learn to use what they’ve gone through to help others and are guided toward a stronger relationship with Christ.