Understanding IMB’s Baptism Statistics
February 24, 2005
In 2004 Alabama Baptist churches baptized 23,369 new believers. When that statistic was reported, readers understood what it meant. Alabama Baptist churches had played a
Churches reach out in many ways
February 17, 2005
Baptist churches in Alabama use a variety of strategies to reach out to individuals around them. First impressions are always important, so most churches are
Thankful marine
February 17, 2005
For the past five and a half months I have been stationed in Iraq. I am part of a provisional security/military police company providing convoy
Check the back door
February 17, 2005
The editorial on Feb. 3 asks, “Where are the people?” I would like to suggest that our Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions check the
Bigger Than Party Politics
February 17, 2005
By the time you read this, a proposed amendment to the Alabama state constitution banning gay “marriage” may have been passed by the state Legislature.
Legacy left behind
February 17, 2005
Upon seeing the article in The Alabama Baptist noting the passing of Dr. Arthur Walker I felt compelled to write this note. Dr. Walker
Basics forgotten
February 17, 2005
I am deeply appreciative of your thoughts on “Should a Church Surrender Its Autonomy?” in the Jan. 27, 2005 issue of The Alabama Baptist. I
Protecting volition
February 17, 2005
Thank you, Bob Terry, for your editorial, “Should a Church Surrender Its Autonomy?” in the Jan. 27 issue. I surely hope all New Testament students
