Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for August 17, written by Mark Rathel, pastor of Friendship Baptist Church in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.
While most Americans remain distrustful of the church, a growing number say they have confidence in the institution. Currently, 36% say they trust the church, according to Gallup’s annual tracking poll.
Remember when you thought you knew your life direction, what you’d be, what you’d do? Chances are good your early ambitions gave you a great start, but once you started moving, they couldn’t keep up with you.
Kids from Trinity Baptist Church in Kerrville, Texas, received a much-needed time of fun and rest following last month’s devastating floods in their area.
As students head back to the classroom, they’re likely to see the impact of local churches in their schools this year.
The faculty and staff of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary launched the new academic year with a report from President David S. Dockery, reflecting with gratitude on God’s faithfulness over recent years.
Ukrainian Baptists are joining with other religious groups in asking people of faith globally to pray for Ukraine on Aug. 24.
A Calvert City man was arrested and formally charged following an investigation into the explosion incident that happened in June at Lone Oak First Baptist Church.
Staff members of The Baptist Paper, a sister publication to The Alabama Baptist and part of TAB Media Group, continue their review of the audio
On Aug. 8, we mark the second anniversary of the devastating Maui fires that forever changed the landscape of Lahaina and surrounding communities, displacing thousands
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