“Be sure your sin will find you out.” – Numbers 32:23, KJV Many people are naturally fascinated with mysteries and confidential information, which is obvious when observing popular American culture. Several dozen movies and documentaries are produced each year involving stories of the CIA and covert military operations, and countless internet sites are devoted to […]
The Seeds of Slaughter
“…choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live” – Deut. 30:19, KJV What if the 1973 Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade had never occurred? What would happen if the High Court’s decision to legalize abortion was reversed? How many babies, if given the chance to simply live, would grow up to make […]
The Fragrance of Forgiveness
My favorite cologne is Curve. I’ve grown so fond of it that I’m experimenting with all sorts of different Curve scents – Wave, Crush, Chill, and Connect, just to name a few. I consider Liz Claiborne to be a genius when it comes to men’s cologne – but not even she could manufacture the fragrance […]
Two Statements That Hinder Baptist Cooperation
1. Calvinism IS the Gospel. Some of the people who make this statement will capitalize “Calvinism” and fail to capitalize “gospel,” which makes me wonder what takes priority in their minds. Are you saved by understanding systematic theology or by knowing the Gospel? Actually, you are saved by knowing Christ intimately with a regenerated, repentant […]
My Take on the Doctrine of Election
Election is both conditional and unconditional. Election is unconditional in that it doesn’t stem from any merit found within a human being; God simply chooses to provide salvation because of His inherent goodness, grace, and mercy (cf. Titus 3:5). A major advantage of examining soteriology from the perspective of unconditional election results in the understanding […]
The Difficulties of Divorce and Remarriage
On Henry Ford’s fiftieth wedding anniversary, he was asked for some advice on how to achieve marital bliss and longevity. He replied, “Just the same as in the automobile business, stick to one model.” The Bible is crystal clear; divorce is a sin. According to the Bible, marriage is a lifetime commitment. Jesus referred to […]
A Tribute to the Teeth
Your teeth are like a flock of sheep just shorn, coming up from the washing. Each has its twin; not one of them is alone.” – Song of Solomon 4:2, KJV Sometimes we notice things that are just plain silly. I was once on a date with a young woman who noticed every flaw […]
The Importance of Theological Triage (by Ed Goodman)
(Ed Goodman writes an excellent blog called “Living with Fire” – well worth regular reading.) It is both a privilege and a challenge to witness the events taking place in the Kingdom of God worldwide in what SBC President Bryant Wright calls “the Golden Age of Theological Education” for our denomination. Today, seminary graduates are […]