Bible Reading Marathons planned throughout Alabama on May 1

April 23, 2025

Alabamians will gather again soon to read through the Bible in conjunction with the National Day of Prayer on May 1.

Bills mandating device content filters, age verification head to Alabama House committees

April 23, 2025

Two bills that aim to increase safety guardrails for minors using smartphones and tablets are expected to be taken up by members of the Alabama House this week in committee after passing out of the Senate last week.

Families under fire: Protecting children from child abuse, social media, violent crimes and deepfake exploitation

April 23, 2025

In the past few decades, the world has become an increasingly unsafe and hostile environment for children.

Man kills wife for putting faith in Jesus during Ramadan

April 22, 2025

Two days after putting her faith in Jesus Christ, a mother of six was stabbed to death by her husband for becoming a Christian during the Muslim observance of Ramadan.

Southern Christian Writers Conference slated for June in Birmingham

April 22, 2025

“We’re pleased with the opportunities available at this year’s conference,” said SCWC coordinator Cheryl Wray. “We truly have something for everyone, and are excited about seeing our speakers and attendees in June.”

Latest news: Rescued missionary releases statement; Supreme Court & LGBTQ-themed books; modern technology & worship

April 22, 2025

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God honors hard work of groups ministry, says Lifeway Sunday School director

April 22, 2025

Ken Braddy said the traditional Sunday School is “Step 2” after worship in the tools that growing Southern Baptist churches use for evangelism and discipleship.