A church, denomination, or Christian ministry must look outside of itself when confronted with a pattern of mishandling such responsibilities, or merely of being charged with such a pattern. We cannot vindicate ourselves. I believe that any public accusation concerning such a pattern requires an independent, third-party investigation. This was Al Mohler, our leading denominational spokesman and SBTS president, in his May 23rd commentary, The Wrath of God Poured Out - The Humiliation of the Southern Baptist Convention. Mohler covers a lot of ground in that piece about clergy abuse … [Read more...] about What Does Al Mohler Mean by “Independent, Third-Party Investigation”?
From the Voice that Matters Most – Walk Worthy In Marriage (Ephesians 5:22-27) (Ashley Blosser)
We share our opinions and insights at SBC Voices, but we believe that the Voice that matters most is the one that comes from God’s Word. We present these daily expositional devotions, beginning with a tour of Ephesians called, “Walk Worthy,” in hopes of encouraging our readers to remember to Voice above every voice. Ephesians 5:22-27 (CSB): Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord, 23 because the husband is the head of the wife as Christ is the head of the church. He is the Savior of the body. 24 Now as the church submits to Christ, so also wives are to submit to their husbands in … [Read more...] about From the Voice that Matters Most – Walk Worthy In Marriage (Ephesians 5:22-27) (Ashley Blosser)
Resolution on the 100th Anniversary of Women as Messengers to the SBC (Kathy Litton & Susie Hawkins)
On The One Hundredth Anniversary Of Women as Messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention 2018 – Dallas, TX WHEREAS, May 15, 2018, marked the one hundredth anniversary of the invitation for women to serve as messengers to the Southern Baptist Convention; and WHEREAS, women have served in a variety of ways throughout the history of the Southern Baptist Convention, including elected offices, service on committees and boards, missions education, ministry through entities and agencies, positions in higher education as well as within our local churches; and WHEREAS, the Scriptures (Mark … [Read more...] about Resolution on the 100th Anniversary of Women as Messengers to the SBC (Kathy Litton & Susie Hawkins)
Thoughts on the Removal Of Dr. Paige Patterson
Often, we get advanced warning about big events but yesterday's decision came as a complete shock to us here. I knew that the trustees had received a report on the Washington Post article during their meeting and decided to wait until they were able to get all the facts before acting on it, but I had no idea that the action would come this quickly and this decisively. In the last year the two icons of the Conservative Resurgence, Judge Pressler and Dr. Patterson, have taken hits to their reputations and legacies. I would have never believed that the tenure of Dr. Patterson would end with an … [Read more...] about Thoughts on the Removal Of Dr. Paige Patterson
Reflections the Day After Patterson’s Removal
Last night Southwestern Seminary released a statement that caught most of us completely off guard. The Executive Committee of the trustee board, a smaller group of the trustees, unanimously decided to terminate Dr. Paige Patterson effective immediately. Only a week ago the full trustee board had met in a long, likely contentious meeting that resulted in his removal from the role of president of the seminary, but with a visible continuing role on campus as President Emeritus, Theologian in Residence, living quarters, and continued salary. There was little focus on the executive board meeting … [Read more...] about Reflections the Day After Patterson’s Removal
A List for Living ‘Lit’ (Ephesians 5:15-21): From the Voice that Matters Most
We share our opinions and insights at SBC Voices, but we believe that the Voice that matters most is the one that comes from God's Word. We present these daily expositional devotions, beginning with a tour of Ephesians called, "Walk Worthy," in hopes of encouraging our readers to remember to Voice above every voice. Passage: 15 Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, 16 making the most of your time, because the days are evil. 17 So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. 18 And do not get drunk with wine, for that is dissipation, but … [Read more...] about A List for Living ‘Lit’ (Ephesians 5:15-21): From the Voice that Matters Most
Breaking: Paige Patterson Has Been Terminated Immediately from SWBTS
A statement has just been released by the Board of Trustees of Southwestern Seminary that Dr. Paige Patterson has been immediately terminated as a result of the information concerning the handling of the sexual abuse allegation at Southeastern. All of the previous benefits granted to Dr. Patterson have been revoked. The full statement can also be found on the SWBTS website. During the May 30, 2018, Executive Committee meeting of the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SWBTS) Board of Trustees, new information confirmed this morning was presented regarding the handling of an … [Read more...] about Breaking: Paige Patterson Has Been Terminated Immediately from SWBTS
Can you jettison “DOM” for “AMS” in our Baptist lingo?
Our annual sweatfest, the SBC Annual Meeting, is only a couple of weeks off. With the Greear/Hemphill presidential contest and the Patterson messes having consumed all the pre-convention publicity, you could be forgiven for forgetting that other things will take place. One of these is the Southern Baptist Conference of Associational Leaders (SBCAL) which meets in Dallas a couple of days prior to the annual meeting. This year the SBCAL, as a part of their year-long study A fresh look at the time-honored work of associations within SBC life, will recommend a name change for what most of us … [Read more...] about Can you jettison “DOM” for “AMS” in our Baptist lingo?
Toilet Paper & the SBC President (by Jacki C. King)
“Can you pick up toilet paper on the floor in the bathroom?” This was one of the first questions I got in my very first interview as a young and arrogant Bible School student from my future boss. I thought he would come at me with what my view of women in ministry was, my eschatological views, or what places I would be leading within the specific ministry I was being hired under, but instead he impressed two things in that interview; one that he was looking for a servant leader. Someone who would pick up toilet paper and hold open doors. The second he said, “You need to constantly be aware of … [Read more...] about Toilet Paper & the SBC President (by Jacki C. King)
Christ will Shine on You (Ephesians 5:6-14): From the Voice that Matters Most
We share our opinions and insights at SBC Voices, but we believe that the Voice that matters most is the one that comes from God's Word. We present these daily expositional devotions, beginning with a tour of Ephesians called, "Walk Worthy," in hopes of encouraging our readers to remember to Voice above every voice. Ephesians 5:6-14 (NIV): 6 Let no one deceive you with empty words, for because of such things God’s wrath comes on those who are disobedient. 7 Therefore do not be partners with them. 8 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of … [Read more...] about Christ will Shine on You (Ephesians 5:6-14): From the Voice that Matters Most