While Jesus most often prayed privately, it is recorded in Scripture that on several occasions He prayed aloud amid the crowds — and when He did, it was always for a particular purpose.
When Jesus prayed, He prayed most frequently in solitude. Jesus rose early in the morning — before dawn — to commune privately with His heavenly Father.
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for July 20, written by Bryan D. Gill, D.Min., Director of the Office of Faith, Learning and Vocation, Samford University in Birmingham.
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for July 20, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.
The Alabama Baptist Deacons’ Retreat for all men and boys is set for Aug. 8–9 at Shocco Springs Conference Center.
“We also want kids and families to have a deeper love for God’s Word. For many of us, God’s Word is an afterthought when it should be our lifeblood,” said Dave Ray.
The Worship Initiative is offering resources at a new digital hub called SBC Worship.
Sissy Goff, executive director of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville and co-host of the Raising Boys and Girls podcast, offers advice for parents and others to help children navigate grief following the Texas flooding disaster.
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