How should your church respond when the world changes?
A church’s communication calendar should never be more important than the people receiving it. Sept. 11, 2026, marks 25 years
Heroes of the Faith — Louisa Stead, hymn writer
After Louisa Stead’s death it was reported by Christians in Southern Rhodesia: “We miss her very much, but her influence goes on as our 5,000 converts continually sing her hymn in their native language.”
AI and the latest on growing concerns
Ask a chatbot about a disputed Bible verse and you may get a tidy answer. Ask America’s pastors about the AI response, and you get a warning: That tidy answer could be a real problem.
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.
Re-Christianizing John Howard: A historical role model for Alabama Baptists
This September, on the 300th anniversary of his birth, we have an opportunity to remember John Howard again and to recover a more accurate portrait of his life and work, writes Samford history professor S. Jonathan Bass.
Alabama delegation vies to host new Space Academy
Alabama’s entire congressional delegation is united in calling for the newly created U.S. Space Academy to be located in the northern part of the state.
‘Burning what?!’ Annual gathering in Black Rock Desert reminder of hope amid chaos.
In late August, about 80,000 people known as “Burners” will load up their vehicles with whatever they can cram into their ride and head toward “the middle of nowhere” in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert.
After-school Bible club making a difference in central Alabama
Discovery Clubs after-school Bible club is reaching nearly 80 classrooms in 29 schools in the Birmingham area, and volunteers confirm God is working.