Latest news: Missions leader Keith Parks dies; Minneapolis school shooting claims 2 lives; Russian Baptists meeting outside amid persecution

August 27, 2025

Check out these recent headlines, reported by The Baptist Paper.

First person: Christ-centered heart helps us see opportunities amid change

August 27, 2025

Leaders often lecture on “embracing change” or being “change agents” in an organization. But the reality is that most people — employees and leaders alike — hate change. We value stability and predictability.

Evangelist, young son expelled from district

August 26, 2025

State officials and local clerics closed a prayer house and halted Christian activities for the time being and also expelled an evangelist and his young son from the district.

First measles case reported in Alabama since 2002

August 26, 2025

A child in north Alabama has measles, the first reported case of the illness in the state since 2002, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.

Lass Words: Missing the message

August 26, 2025

I recently was asked to preach at one of our area Baptist churches. I worked hard on the sermon and was convinced it was going to be great.

University of Mobile’s Worship Collective launches school year with Prayer Room

August 25, 2025

The University of Mobile kicked off the school year with Prayer Room, an event that included prayer, Scripture reading and worship on Aug. 17 in

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for August 31

August 25, 2025

Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for August 31, written by Bryan D. Gill, D.Min., Director of the Office of Faith, Learning and Vocation, Samford University in Birmingham.