First person: Cancer strengthened my trust in God
My family and I went to serve with the International Mission Board in Portugal in 2017. Like many of my friends on the mission field, I felt the IMB knew me better than I did following a slew of medical exams.
Pastor Connections: The case for shorter sermons; ‘surprising’ goals for 2026; new health and wellness program launched for pastors
A few tips and more for pastors from pastors and church leaders.
Auburn basketball coach shares thoughts on Israel, Jewish faith at FBC Opelika
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story originally ran Oct. 22, 2022. The Auburn Tigers are currently playing in the NCAA men’s basketball
Letter to the Editor
Thank you for the article “When should you see a therapist?” in the Nov. 20 edition of The Baptist Paper. It was spot on and an amazingly accurate piece.
New state convention president ‘proven leader,’ ‘loving pastor,’ ‘encouragement to all’
“Jarman … is the right man for this time … has proven himself to be a leader … [and] is a loving pastor of his flock. … He will love Alabama Baptists well.” —Craig Carlisle, immediate past president, Alabama Baptist State Convention
U.S. House returns; Alabama’s members focusing on defense, health care, spending
After more than 50 days out of session, the U.S. House returned Monday for its first full week back in Washington, with a long to-do list before the end of the year.
Samford University names new head football coach
Upon being introduced as Samford University’s 37th head football coach on Thursday (Dec. 4), John Grass vowed to construct championship-caliber teams that are tough and locally sourced.
Lass Words: Clear vision in a ‘fuzzy’ world
I recently ordered a new pair of glasses. The kind where the lenses gradually transition from distance vision to bifocals as you scan down to the bottom of the lens.