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I Am Prayer
Effective ministry starts with sincere prayer. This is our number one recommendation when it comes to starting or revamping a men’s ministry. The enemy doesn’t
Ten Reasons: Now More Than Ever
In challenging times, questions concerning the Southern Baptist Convention are often asked. As one loyal Southern Baptist who is committed strongly to giving through the
How Long, Oh Lord?: Wrestling With an Anxious Heart in Ministry
It has been said that there are only two guarantees in life: death and taxes. I believe we should amend this phrase and add anxiety
Important Video from Rick Lance
Dear Alabama Baptists, By now you’ve heard about the Sexual Abuse Task Force report. It’s either been seen by you in terms of reading the
Enlarge your Heart: 10 Characteristics of a Ministering Heart
Those of us who claim the name of Christ must choose again and again between two very distinct courses. One is to cultivate a small
Stewart Named SBOM Director of CP and Church Financial Resources
Jay Stewart has been named director of the office of Cooperative Program and church financial resources at the Alabama Baptist State Board of Missions. “I was
Praying for Church Planters in Alabama
Prayer is a vital part of the spiritual engagement church planters must face as they engage new communities with the gospel, disciple new believers and
Joint Statement
We are saddened and grief-stricken concerning the reports of cases of sexual abuse and how they were handled. This is a time of deep lament
Is this a Trend in Our Church?
“Is this a trend?” asked the new Pastor. Then he continued, “I’ll be out to supper with my wife and a church member will come
by Dogwood