Bible read aloud from start to finish on campus lawn JACKSON — Anyone walking past Union University’s Great Lawn in recent days could hear Scripture being read aloud, played through speakers outside of a small white tent beneath Miller Tower. As part of the 2025 Spring Bible Conference hosted by Union’s Ryan Center for Biblical Studies on March 21-22, Union held a Scripture-reading marathon in which hundreds of faculty, staff,

For nearly 40 years, Mary Nimmo has been the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board’s secret weapon. Operating mostly behind the scenes — which is exactly where she prefers to be — Mary has quietly and effectively been the “glue” of the Baptist and Reflector. From handling advertising to organizing subscriptions to proof reading, Mary has worn many hats. And she’s worn all of them with excellence. Although she would never say

Brentwood Baptist volunteers rebuild home ERWIN — The rain had been relentless for days as Hurricane Helene swept through in late September last year. Bryan Nicholas and his girlfriend watched as water levels rose, transforming their familiar yard into a treacherous landscape. By 10:30 the next morning, the Nolichucky River had swollen to waist depth. article continues after video “It was starting to go over the driveway in the fields,”

Editor’s note: Baptist and Reflector editor Chris Turner sat down with Scott Rae, professor of Philosophy and Christian Ethics at Biola University in La Miranda, Calif., last month. They discussed Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how Christians can ethically approach this fast-changing technology. Baptist and Reflector: As a Christian educator seasoned in apologetics and ethics, how do you see AI aligning with and/or challenging Biblical worldviews and values? Rae: I’d put

JACKSON–John Oswalt, visiting distinguished professor of Old Testament at Asbury Theological Seminary, spoke at Union University about God’s covenant with the Israelites and how it helped them learn about God’s character. “If you remember nothing else from these four hours, remember this: obedience to the covenant is not the way to God, but it defines the walk with God,” Oswalt said. Oswalt was the plenary speaker at Union’s 13th annual