I see something of a breakout coming for this site over the next 40 days. So, I wanted to give a brief update for everyone who is tracking us by RSS feed. We're now following 352+ blog feeds and news sources from Southern Baptists. These are all searchable (or should be) in the right sidebar. It's a custom search engine from Google that allows me to pick which websites to include. I've added several non-blogs to the index also, so it is becoming a very good tool for SBC search. Site traffic has tripled in the 9 weeks. I think its related to the convention, but also some word-of-mouth. … [Read more...] about SBC Voices Breakout
Video: LifeWay Research & Dr. Ed Stetzer On CNN
LifeWay Research Director Dr. Ed Stetzer speaks with Mike Galanos during the Erica Hill hosted CNN Headline News about a recent study of the unchurched in America. HT: Burtonia … [Read more...] about Video: LifeWay Research & Dr. Ed Stetzer On CNN
Johnny Hunt Presidential Bid Reaction
The little rumors from yesterday are now official and Johnny Hunt will be nominated for convention president next month at the Southern Baptist Convention Annual meeting. Here are what some SBC Voices are saying. On Johnny Hunt and the SBC Presidency: Nathan Finn offers his detailed break down of the pros and cons of Hunt's candidacy along with an endorsement. This is the most in-depth discussion yet. Dr. Finn seems to have considered all the angles. Johnny Hunt to be SBC presidential nominee: This is the official Baptist press story. They give some good biographical information on … [Read more...] about Johnny Hunt Presidential Bid Reaction
Will Johnny Hunt Run For SBC President?
Scott Lamb thinks he's going to do it. This news will certainly give everyone something else to blog about leading up to the convention. What do you think? Will Johnny Hunt Run For SBC President? … [Read more...] about Will Johnny Hunt Run For SBC President?
Baptist Buzz & Baptist Fizzle: Blogging About The 2007 ACP Results
I've been watching with great interest the last week as the Southern Baptist blogosphere has been processing the news about the decline in SBC membership. This event has confirmed to me the value of SBC Voices. So, here are what the voices of the Southern Baptist Convention were saying: The Official Baptist Press Story Ed Stetzer’s Take From Inside LifeWay Tom Ascol was one of the first to respond Bart Barber breaks down Ed Stetzer's analysis As does Timmy Brister when he calls for Repentance and Reorientation: SBC in Decline Wes Kenney quotes the comments of Dr. Malcolm … [Read more...] about Baptist Buzz & Baptist Fizzle: Blogging About The 2007 ACP Results
Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow
During the Blog Madness here at SBC Voice, David Brumbelow offered three copies of his book The Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow. One went to the winner, another to second place, and a final to me. I've really enjoyed the book and have corresponded briefly with David to thank him for the gift. I've also written a review of the book for my other blog, enjoy. My concluding thoughts: In a world with too many preacher superstars, these stories about an ordinary Texas preacher strike me as wholesome and real. They give me hope that God might still be calling regular guys (like me) to … [Read more...] about Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow
Video: Ed Stetzer On The Decline Of The SBC
Chris Elrod has posted three videos on YouTube discussing the decline of the SBC with Ed Stetzer. This, of course, is the baptist buzz of the year. I'm running a poll on it over at Said at Southern, feel free to join the conversation. Ed Stetzer On Southern Baptist Decline Video #1 Ed Stetzer On Southern Baptist Decline Video #2 Ed Stetzer On Southern Baptist Decline Video #3 Video Of Ed Stetzer At The 2007 SBC Annual Meeting HT: Joe Thorn … [Read more...] about Video: Ed Stetzer On The Decline Of The SBC
2008 SBC Blog Madness: An Instant Classic
I knew going into the final weekend that Blog Madness at SBC Voices would be something special. The finish was close, almost too close. McCoy Left Everything On The Floor But Ascol Refused To Lose Final Score: Reformissionary 302 :: Founders 312 Thanks to Tom and Steve for playing along. Congratulations to everyone who made this a fun tourney of Southern Baptist Blogs. First Place: $50 Amazon gift card & a copy of The Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow Second Place: A copy of The Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow Update: Score Under Review Can you believe it? … [Read more...] about 2008 SBC Blog Madness: An Instant Classic
Final Four: 2008 Blog Madness at SBC Voices
Today we had a few buzzer beaters and last second lead changes. But here are the surviving blogs. 997 votes were cast in the second round, bringing the total number of votes to 1823. Unfortunately, that number is not asked for on the ACP. A lot could be said about who has made it and who was eliminated - but I'll leave that up to the comments and conspiracy bloggers. Keep Your Eye On The Prize(s) First Place: $50 Amazon gift card & a copy of The Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow Second Place: A copy of The Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow How It Works The … [Read more...] about Final Four: 2008 Blog Madness at SBC Voices
Prize Updates For Blog Madness 08
You've already heard that the overall tournament winner will win a $50 Amazon gift card. Now, thanks to David R. Brumbelow, I can give away more prizes for SBC Voices Blog Madness. 2 Free Copies Of The Wit and Wisdom of Pastor Joe Brumbelow First and Second place will win this book! Wit and Wisdom contains short stories from the everyday life of a small church pastor. It tells of growing up in a small town during the 1930s and 40s. Stories include hunting, fishing, gardening, humor, outhouses, folklore as well as spiritual and family matters. Joe often used interesting stories … [Read more...] about Prize Updates For Blog Madness 08