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Lass Words: Staying afloat — spiritually
When you take swimming lessons, one of the first things you’re taught is how to float, usually on your back. But what about staying afloat spiritually?
Weekend review: Young men and singleness; White House names religious freedom ambassador; BCA’s new executive director
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these headlines from the week reported by The Baptist Paper.
First person: Could 15 weeks make a difference? If so, what’s the first step?
Fifteen weeks from the date of this edition wraps up 2026. That’s 105 days, a little more than three months, and we’ll be ringing in the new year.
IMB’s Chitwood reports to trustees on successes, challenges and opportunities ahead
International Mission Board trustees approved 48 fully supported missionaries for appointment during their Sept. 16-17 meeting at the International Learning
Survey finds strong support for public schools, accountability for private school funding
The Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama released its latest edition of the Public Opinion Survey Wednesday (Sept. 16), alongside the launch of a dedicated Education Research Center.
Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”
Medders encourages students to embrace love of Christ
Jeff Medders reminded University of Mobile students during a recent chapel service that they cannot lose their salvation — because they are secure in Christ.
Two Christians may face death penalty on blasphemy charges
Blasphemy allegations that could result in the death penalty have been logged against two Christians in Pakistan.
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Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 20, written by Robert Olsen, Ph.D., Professor of Historical Theology and Director of Intercultural Studies, University of Mobile.
Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20
Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 20, written by Scott Guffin, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry, Samford University.
Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”
Pastor Franklin Kirksey, known for his writing and 47 years of ministry, dies
Franklin Lee Kirksey, former pastor of churches in Alabama, Mississippi and South Carolina, died Sept. 11. He was 64.
Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for Sept. 13
Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Sept. 13, written by Robert Olsen, Ph.D., Professor of Historical Theology and Director of Intercultural Studies, University of Mobile.
Latest news: Update on Sills lawsuit against SBC; Christian presence in Nigeria eroding; AI fears growing
Check out these recent headlines reported by The Baptist Paper.
Christ followers must live with ‘sense of urgency,’ IMB’s Fort says
Gordon Fort was a world away from home when he awoke in the middle of the night to a Facetime call from his daughter.
One month of violence in Nigeria: 33 Christians killed
Between Aug. 9 and Sept. 5, more than 30 Christians were killed in one state in Nigeria, a country that has for some time led the world in the number of believers slain for their faith.
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Lass Words: Staying afloat — spiritually
When you take swimming lessons, one of the first things you’re taught is how to float, usually on your back. But what about staying afloat spiritually?
Weekend review: Young men and singleness; White House names religious freedom ambassador; BCA’s new executive director
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these headlines from the week reported by The Baptist Paper.
Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”
Lass Words: Staying afloat — spiritually
When you take swimming lessons, one of the first things you’re taught is how to float, usually on your back. But what about staying afloat spiritually?
Weekend review: Young men and singleness; White House names religious freedom ambassador; BCA’s new executive director
Grab a cup of coffee, and check out these headlines from the week reported by The Baptist Paper.
Pastors must seek new paths to greener pastures, Blackwell insists
A leading Alabama Baptist admitted recently he’s “often felt overwhelmed, but God has been faithful.”