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Longtime blogger Tim Rogers has announced plans to set up a second Pastor's Conference in Phoenix this summer, because so many Baptists are upset with the list of speakers that were announced by Vance Pitman for "Aspire", the established Pastor's Conference. While details are still sketchy, there have been a few speakers and musicians announced. Keynote Speaker:  Steve Anderson from Faithful Word Baptist Church in Tempe, Arizona will be delivering some old-fashioned Baptist, fire and brimstone preaching. Tim has released a clip of a sermon he will be presenting himself, addressing … [Read more...] about Tim Rogers Announces Second Pastor’s Conference in Phoenix

SBC Voices has learned that Peter Lumpkins and James White will team to host the 2011 K-Love Cruise.  The theme for the week is "Friends are Friends Forever." In addition to being the MCs for the nighttime concerts, Lumpkins and White will be presenting a discussion series every afternoon.  Topics will range from "Building Lasting Friendships" to "Disagreeing Agreeably" to "Positive, Encouraging Blogging." Special Musical guest will be Ergun Caner. The cruise will depart Miami on June 6 at 6 PM and sail toward Bermuda.  After a couple of days in Bermuda the ship will set sail to Puerto … [Read more...] about Peter Lumpkins and James White to Host K-Love Cruise 2011

In a surprise announcement today, NAMB President Kevin Ezell announced that he will be hosting a symposium for bloggers at 9:30 PM on Monday, June 13, at the Fat Chance Cafe two blocks east of the main entrance to the Convention Center in Phoenix.  All active Baptist bloggers are invited to join Ezell for dessert and discussion.  The cost will be $10, though bloggers who have bathed and put on real clothes for the session will be given a $3 discount. The following topics will be discussed during the symposium: Stacy London and Clinton Kelly from TLC's "What Not to Wear" will present … [Read more...] about Ezell Announces “Bloggers Symposium” in Phoenix

I just got a copy of the first sermon preached by the former editor of SBC Voices, Matt Svoboda.  It was a blessing to me, I'm sure it will be to you as well.  He has really developed into a FINE preacher!  You can almost feel the anointing.   … [Read more...] about Matt Svoboda’s Latest Sermon

SBC Voices is pleased to announce that we are one of the official distributors of Tom Ascol's latest CD with his quartet, "The John 3:16 Boys." Ascol's last album "Whosoever Will" went multi-platinum, and he has now added the beautiful tenor voice of Timmy Brister, the deep bass of Al Mohler and the stunning baritone of Mark Dever to many of the songs.  Expectations run high on this one. The album is entitled, "The Savior is Waiting: Great Invitation Hymns" and includes both Ascol's solos and four-part harmonies. The first single will be, "Let Jesus Come Into Your Heart." Look at these … [Read more...] about Tom Ascol and “The John 3:16 Boys” – Latest CD Released!

I have heard people talk a lot of trash about Mark Driscoll (mostly insinuation and the rehearsal of old stories).  I have to admit that I've not spent hours researching the man, but this I know.  Every time I've listened to his sermons or read his teachings, I have been impressed with the theological accuracy, the uncompromising commitment to even unpopular biblical truth, and an amazing ability to communicate. Anyway, here is a clip on our topic du jour. … [Read more...] about Mark Driscoll: “Hell Is the Wrath of God in Effect”

Since we've all been discussing heretics recently, I thought I would rework a post I put up over at sbcIMPACT!  I hope when you are done, you will forgive me the title! I would request that you put down your stones for a moment and hear what this heretic is trying to say. I do not believe that I am advocating heresy and I am certainly not recommending that we abandon prayer.  The title was provocative, and intentional.  I risked the wrath of my readers to make a simple point about prayer, one I feel is important.  Actually, if you get a hold on this principle, it might actually be a … [Read more...] about God Does Not Answer Prayer!

I have to admit a small degree of jealousy of David Platt.  I have preached this exact point myself.  But somehow, it just sounds more compelling and powerful coming from him.  Most of you probably read Provocations and Pantings (you should if you don't) and have already viewed this, but I thought that I would copy this over here for those few of you who have not seen it at Timmy Brister's site. Here, David Platt asks a simple question. With all of the Rob Bell discussion that has gone on, do our actions really validate our belief that those without Christ will spend eternity in hell? Is … [Read more...] about Do We Really Believe What We’re Saying? by David Platt

Since the brouhaha about the 2011 Pastor's Conference hit the blogs, there has been a somewhat surprising silence from Vance Pitman, the president of the PC and the one responsible for the slate of speakers.  Associated Baptist Press has an article up in which Pitman responds to some of the criticisms that have been made. There have been three primary criticisms. 1)  The inclusion of Jamar Jones as pianist raised theological hackles. He is part of TD Jakes' church.  Some have labeled Jakes a modalist.  I did some research, though I have to admit that it was not extensive or exhaustive. … [Read more...] about SBC Pastors Conference: Vance Pitman Responds to the Critics

Because I said so!  Don't argue with me, y0ung man.  As long as you blog on my blog (it's not really mine, I know), you will blog by my rules.  Respect your elders! Maybe bossing you around isn't the best approach.  But David has written an excellent article at sbcIMPACT on "The One True Universal Faith" dealing with universalism, pluralism, and how Western Christians can obey the Great Commission without reproducing Western culture. Excellent article.  Warning though - this is not fast food, it is a juicy steak. I am closing comments here.  The comment stream at sbcIMPACT is open. … [Read more...] about Go Read David Roger’s Post: “The One True Universal Faith” (at sbcIMPACT)