Jerry Batson taught religion at several schools of religion, served as associate dean of Beeson Divinity School at Samford University in Birmingham and filled pastorates in Alabama Baptist life throughout his career. He now provides a basic theology lesson for Alabama Baptist readers.
Theology 101 — Learning from Jesus
In this opening month of the New Year, we ponder the theme of discipleship. Using the biblical account of Jesus
Theology 101 — Being with Jesus
Discipleship is a matter of coming to Jesus in order to follow after Him. Here we add another dimension to
Theology 101 — Following after Jesus
This week we continue looking at the meaning of discipleship. We’ll use the Bible’s account of the original 12 disciples
Theology 101 — Coming to Jesus
The biblical account of Jesus and His disciples offers us a helpful pattern for our own Christian discipleship. The disciples
Theology 101 — Christmas Praise
Many of us are inspired during this season by the songs and carols of Christmas. We may hear choirs and
Theology 101 — Christmas Peace
The angel’s announcement of the birth of Jesus was one of “good tidings of great joy” as we noted last
Theology 101 — Christmas Joy
Before this Christmas season is over, if not already, most of us will hear and even join in singing Isaac
Theology 101 — Offering Praise
In this week after Thanksgiving, we turn our attention to offering praise. Our attention is again drawn to the familiar