The term "hard-shell" is generally used to refer to more conservative churches. The term is used mostly by people who do not agree with the doctrine of those churches. The term "regular Baptist" is somewhat ambiguous. There are at least the following: Southern Baptist Convention (the largest protestant denomination in the United States), American Baptist Convention, National Baptist Convention, Freewill Baptists, etc. Heidi Streetman wrote: > > Greetings! > Could someone please explain the differences between "hard-shell" > and "regular" Baptist churches??? This terminology is new to me. > Thanks! > Heidi