Dave Miller

18 June by Dave Miller

When Harsh Words Are God’s Will

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“You never met a fence you didn’t straddle.”  Those were the words of a “frenemy” – someone I enjoy interacting with in the real world, but usually cross swords with online. We were discussing the Gospel Project breakfast in Houston and the interesting discussion between Ed Stetzer, Eric Hankins, Trevin Wax and Jonathan Akin. Akin [...]

13 June by Dave Miller

Will the Houston Spirit Last?

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If anything marked the Houston SBC of 2013, it was a desire for unity and the hope that we can out some of the tension and division if recent years behind us. The Calvinism Advisory Committee report set the tone, Written by Dr. Mohler, Dr Dockery and Dr. Eric Hankins, and unanimously approved by the [...]

12 June by Dave Miller

Resolutions: Part 2

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Where is.part 1? I tapped it out on my droid, and it disappeared. More later, perhaps. This was the most drama this convention has seen. Resolution 7 on the CP. Amended to include tithing.

12 June by Dave Miller

Bloggers Gathering

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There will be a gathering of bloggers after thus morning’s session. Meet at noon (or so) at the Truett McConnell booth – at the far end of the display area (near the Israel booth). I am not sure exactly who is in charge, but it will be a good time. Come and join us.

12 June by Dave Miller

Resolutions

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There has been NO drama so far. More of a big group hug. The resolutions committee report could change that. The committee worked over 40 hours the last few days to prepare 12 resolutions. 1) on appreciation.

12 June by Dave Miller

The Southern Report

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The agenda has been advanced (because no motions have made it to the floor) and the Southern Seminary report is next. Some have thought this might be a time of contention. There has pretty much been none to this point. With the peaceful tone of this convention, I doubt it. We’ll see. Notes: Mohler is [...]

12 June by Dave Miller

Elections: Part 2

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Congratulations, Jared! Jared received 66% of the vote and is the next 2nd VP. Jared Moore was being nominated as I walked in the building. Now, Bob Pearle is nominating Don Cass, a pastor and former state ministry leader in New Mexico and Texas. The vote was taken and results will come back soon. Registration [...]

11 June by Dave Miller

Elections

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Note: Bart Barber was elected without opposition as 1VP of the SBC. As expected, Fred Luter, Jr was reelected for a second term, without opposition. In a few minutes, the election for 1 VP will take place. At this moment, I am not aware of any opposition to Bart’s candidacy. We will see. Jared Moore [...]

11 June by Dave Miller

Appreciation for the Leaders of the SBC

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This is a very dangerous thought to put on paper, because it can come across so differently than I intend. I beg your indulgence and understanding to hear my heart if my words betray me. In 2005, I was the ultimate outsider. Other than my work with the Baptist Convention of Iowa, I was completely [...]

11 June by Dave Miller

SBC Session 1: Miscellaneous Business And Executive Committee

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Motions brought forward at the first Miscellaneous Business Session: 1) Tim Overton (surprise) made a motion to banish the NIV from Lifeway and other entity use. This has been something of an ongoing crusade for him. The motion will almost certainly be ruled out of order, since it is the LifeWay Trustees that are tasked [...]

11 June by Dave Miller

SBC 2013: What to Expect

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Without a doubt, the great moments of a convention are often not scripted or expected. The Pastor’s conference was uneventful, but frankly, I was having meetings and “fellowship during most of it. The Calvinism Committee Report at the CP booth was packed out and wonderful. With the exception of some of the most extreme elements [...]

10 June by Dave Miller

SBC, We Have a Problem

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I asked a question on Alan Cross’ excellent post of a couple of days ago – whether the current statistical malaise of the SBC was unique to us, or whether it more of a general problem in evangelicalism as a whole. I got my answer today from an expert on such issues, and it was [...]

8 June by Dave Miller

Why I Would NOT Support Online Participation at the SBC

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First of all, let me define my terms. I’m glad that people who are not able to attend the Annual Meeting of the SBC are able to live stream the proceedings and share their opinions on blogs and tweets and Facebook – that is great. But there has been a big push in recent years [...]

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