The Alabama Baptist newspaper

06/19/2026

We’ve had Morgan Bailey’s new book “Canvas: Be a Portrait of God’s Grace” on the shelf for a few months now and decided it’s time to dive in and see what it’s all about. “God calls us to display our grace portrait in the art gallery of life,” Bailey writes. “If you belong to Jesus, you have a portrait to paint!”

06/18/2026

Ken Lass shares lessons learned on why it's important to be "quick to listen and slow to speak."

Sharon and I recently took a riverboat lunch cruise down the Cumberland River in Nashville. The cruise was great, but it was the lunch that lingers in my memory.

06/18/2026

Headlines from the day:

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06/18/2026

"The moment remains seared in my mind, and I’m having trouble letting it go — Wednesday of the SBC Annual Meeting. ... That’s when a group of Baptist messengers hurt my heart."

The moment remains seared in my mind, and I’m having trouble letting it go — Wednesday of the SBC Annual Meeting between 11 and 11:30 a.m. That’s when a group of Baptist messengers hurt my heart.

06/18/2026

As World Cup soccer in America ramps up, you’ve probably heard and seen by now enthusiastic European soccer fans gushing all over social media about their

06/18/2026

Haven’t slowed down to read Dr. Wallace Davis’ book yet, but so appreciative of him and his 50 years of experience in ministry, nonprofit leadership, and counseling. I’m guessing he shares some pretty good tips. Let us know what you think once you’ve had an opportunity to read it.

06/17/2026

"The Southern Baptist Convention has been taking it on the chin this week, and I’ve heard it from several different directions. So I felt led to defend the SBC."

06/17/2026

In a press release, Bethany says it is reaffirming its statement of faith, which includes a “God’s design for marriage” section, and expanding its statement starting June 2027.

06/17/2026

Many in Alabama got to know Janet Hoffman through the years ...

Known for her thoughtful leadership and sincere love for people, Janet Hoffman often reminded others that following Christ begins with intimacy with Him through prayer and His Word and overflows into faithful service to others.

06/17/2026

A reminder to continue to pray for ministry efforts in Ukraine:

Chaplain Pavlo discussed topics ranging from the book of Revelation to theory of war, to justice and the conditions for peace, to truth-telling and congregational support.