Part I of II “It is the disposition of God’s children, after they have tasted the sweet mercy and comfort and love of God, to break forth into the praising of God and to thanksgiving.” ---Richard Sibbes (Exposition of 2 Cor. Chapter 1) Sibbes’ exposition on this passage may be second to none! He describes the mercy, comfort, and love experienced from God to the individual during the time of suffering. Notice the resulting actions by the individual, “praising of God and thanksgiving.” What a sweet idea for us as God’s children to gather in the midst of our trying times. There has been … [Read more...] about What do I do with my suffering? (By Andy Hynes)
TWO THINGS I HOPE DO NOT HAPPEN AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION IN HOUSTON, 2013 (by Louis)
Louis has been a part of the blogging community for a long time. This is Part 1. Part 2 will come later. I plan to attend the annual meeting of the SBC in Houston, Texas next week. I am looking forward to the meeting. I enjoy the reports from the SBC entities. I enjoy hearing about our cooperative efforts to share the Gospel and disciple believers around the world. I also enjoy the fellowship that I have with many people in the SBC. I know people in the SBC from all over the country. The annual meeting brings us all together for fellowship and business. There are two things … [Read more...] about TWO THINGS I HOPE DO NOT HAPPEN AT THE ANNUAL MEETING OF THE SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION IN HOUSTON, 2013 (by Louis)
Resolution: On the Mormon Church – Mormonism is Not Evangelical (by Dwight McKissic and Tim Rogers)
The following resolution will be offered by Pastors Dwight McKissic and Tim Rogers in Houston. It certainly has my support, for what it's worth. WHEREAS, Historically, Southern Baptists have embraced Christian brotherhood and cooperation with other evangelicals and WHEREAS, We have witnessed in recent years the portrayal of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as Christian and termed an evangelical group and WHEREAS, We have witnessed in recent years an increased call of denominations as barriers to be overcome on the road to unity and WHEREAS, our convention along … [Read more...] about Resolution: On the Mormon Church – Mormonism is Not Evangelical (by Dwight McKissic and Tim Rogers)
My Perspective on Foreknowledge, Predestination, Election and Freewill (by Jerry Corbaley)
Jerry Corbaley blogs at "Think the Thoughts." I am not a Calvinist. I am not an Arminian. I am not of Cephas, or Apollos or Spurgeon. I want to be of Christ. The rest of them are dead white European males. God is their judge, not me. They may all be greater than me at the judgment. I can learn from any of them. Frankly, all of them can also learn from all of you. I am not going to write Bible Study notes. I’m going to “dumb-this-down” so I can proof-read it. Most of you will see where I am coming from and will know what passages I am referring to. My confidence is in the Bible. If you want … [Read more...] about My Perspective on Foreknowledge, Predestination, Election and Freewill (by Jerry Corbaley)
Why Russell Moore at the ERLC is an Important Move (by Alan Cross)
Alan Cross blogs at Downshore Drift. The public face of the SBC just changed in a significant way, in my opinion. Putting away the old "culture warrior" Religious Right views often articulated by Russell Moore's predecessor at the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, Richard Land, the SBC has now chosen a head of its public policy entity who has the ability to mark out an ethic in the public square influenced more clearly by the Gospel of the Kingdom. Moore, former Dean of Theology at Southern Baptist Seminary, in his book, The Kingdom of Christ (2004) says, "As with the fundamentalist … [Read more...] about Why Russell Moore at the ERLC is an Important Move (by Alan Cross)
Is There a Nathan in the Land? A Response to President Obama’s Morehouse College Speech (by Wm Dwight McKissic, Sr)
Is There A Nathan In The Land? Are We Going To Allow One Man To Redefine The Family For Black America? A Response To President Obama’s Speech At Morehouse College By William Dwight McKissic, Sr. May 21, 2013 President Obama spoke with heartfelt identification regarding the plight, promise and responsibilities of young educated Black men; at the all-male Morehouse College 2013 graduation ceremony. He challenged them to: Utilize their training and talents to serve underserved communities and people. Not just be concerned about the good they can buy, but the good they can … [Read more...] about Is There a Nathan in the Land? A Response to President Obama’s Morehouse College Speech (by Wm Dwight McKissic, Sr)
We Are All Doing Theology All The Time (by Alan Cross)
Alan Cross blogs at Downshore Drift. Preaching on the Ministry of the Spirit this Sunday for Pentecost and I picked up the massive and exhaustive God's Empowering Presence: The Holy Spirit in the Letters of Paul by Gordon D. Fee. He talks about a "Theology of the Spirit" and makes a great observation about how Paul did theology and how we are to similarly do theology each and every day in all circumstances. Sometimes, when we think about "theology" we think of learned academicians sitting in a dusty study pouring over obscure works and pontificating on things that do not really have relevance … [Read more...] about We Are All Doing Theology All The Time (by Alan Cross)
How Southern Baptists Should Approach Disagreements in Theology (by Dr. Kevin McFadden)
Dr. Kevin McFadden has been an Assistant Professor of New Testament and Greek at Louisiana College. He is one of the professors whose contract was not renewed - the action that sent Louisiana College into the headlines. You can read his biography here. I appreciate both the wisdom and the spirit of this article. How should Southern Baptists approach disagreements in theology? What should we do when we disagree about what the Bible says about God? My goal in this article is to help Southern Baptists think productively about the Calvinism controversy and other theological controversies in the … [Read more...] about How Southern Baptists Should Approach Disagreements in Theology (by Dr. Kevin McFadden)
Jackie Robinson, Jason Collins and Jesus: Legacy Lessons – A Journey through a Jungle (by Wm Dwight McKissic, Sr)
Wm Dwight McKissic, Sr. is the pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Arlington, TX. He blogs at Wm Dwight McKissic, Sr. Life is filled with twist and turns, choices and consequences, difficulties and sometimes even demonic opposition. For many, life is like a journey in a jungle, where there is danger and darkness lurking around the corner; the unknown and unimaginable; temptation and potential torment. Test, temptations, obstacles, hurdles, demons, distractions, disappointment and difficulties will inevitably cross our path. Jason Collins is not alone in terms of struggling with inner … [Read more...] about Jackie Robinson, Jason Collins and Jesus: Legacy Lessons – A Journey through a Jungle (by Wm Dwight McKissic, Sr)
Jesus Rules In the Midst of His Enemies (by Alan Cross)
Alan Cross blogs at Downshore Drift - a blog you should definitely read regularly! Psalm 110:1-2 The Lord says to my lord: “Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet.” The Lord will extend your mighty scepter from Zion, saying, “Rule in the midst of your enemies!” Psalm 110 is a Messianic Psalm used to describe Jesus and his ministry. Peter refers to this passage in his Pentecost sermon as referring to Jesus (Acts 2:34). In Psalm 110:4 it says, “you are a priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek.” The writer to the Hebrews (6:20; 7:17) used this … [Read more...] about Jesus Rules In the Midst of His Enemies (by Alan Cross)