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Author: Michael J. Brooks, Special to The Alabama Baptist

This author has written 36825 articles

First person on ERLC: ‘Saw it for myself and now I’m a believer’

May 29, 2025

“Brent Leatherwood is a ‘policy guy’ who wants Southern Baptists to influence our government for good. I saw firsthand how he is known, respected and received in the Capitol. Our denomination needs ERLC to speak moral truth to power.”

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New Medicaid initiatives aim to tackle Alabama’s high infant, maternal death rates

May 27, 2025

Leaders at the Alabama Medicaid Agency are hopeful that the state’s infant and maternal mortality rates, which are among the highest in the nation, will start to see improvements after several new initiatives begin rolling out this year.

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Annual Memorial Day Flag Relay supporting military marks 17th year in Mobile

May 26, 2025

When Retired U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Endel Lee speaks of freedom won by those serving the nation, he notes John 8:31–36 and true freedom found in Christ. As he points to Jesus’ example, he also mentions a young Navy Seal who died in combat.

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Alaska’s Covington rescinds resignation, affirmed to continue

May 9, 2025

Randy Covington will continue as exec dir of Alaska Baptists until his originally planned retirement date of Sept. 30, 2025 — despite what was announced in March following a disagreement over the extent of autonomy a church should have.

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Historic Dauphin Way Baptist Church in Mobile selling property, relocating

May 6, 2025

“It’s a new day at Dauphin Way. This is no longer just a hopeful expression. God is making it a reality, and it is evident that He has a great plan for our future.” —Pastor Lee Merck

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Deerfoot Baptist, Deerfoot Church of Christ ‘blessed’ by new bond

April 26, 2025

The next season for the congregation of Trussville’s Deerfoot Baptist Church includes a new location, possibly new branding and definitely “a church set up to mentor and disciple members to be effective ministers in the community.”

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First person: Everyone needs the good news

April 19, 2025

From 1 Corinthians 15:12–19, we discover the resurrection of Jesus Christ is not incidental. It is fundamental to our faith, and it is not peripheral. It is central to our Christianity.

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First person: When things are scary amid a tsunami of unrest

April 14, 2025

As you face the waves of discontent and uncertainty, seek the presence of Jesus. He knows the circumstances you face and He will not leave you without hope and possibility. Put your shaky hand in His and hold on! Calmer seas are up ahead.

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