Your Voice: It’s a relationship, not a check list

February 8, 2024

Your Voice: Quotes, quips, opinions and reflections from people of faith in Alabama and beyond

Research shows majority of pastors oppose sports betting but often not actively

February 8, 2024

Despite its legalization across many states, U.S. Protestant pastors remain opposed to sports gambling, but they’re not doing much about it, according to a Lifeway Research study.

Facing the challenge of aging congregations: Are there solutions?

February 7, 2024

The challenges that face today’s churches, particularly the issue of aging congregations, are significant but not insurmountable.

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Faith leaders in few states holding out hope to stop online sports betting

February 6, 2024

Americans are expected to bet $1.3 billion on this year’s Super Bowl. While many believe sports betting is a harmless pastime, others say the human costs of expanding gambling are too high.

Mark Schultz inspires audiences to open their hearts, homes to adoption

February 6, 2024

Christian artist Mark Schultz hopes his music will open doors for conversations about faith and lead people into a relationship with Christ.

Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for February 11

February 5, 2024

Here’s the Bible Studies for Life Sunday School Lesson for Feb. 11 written by Rony Kozman, assistant professor of Biblical Studies at Samford University in Birmingham.

Explore the Bible Sunday School Lesson for February 11

February 5, 2024

Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for Feb. 11, written by Douglas K. Wilson, Ph.D. professor of biblical studies, University of Mobile.