I am an unabashed and committed complementarian. I believe that God created us male and female, in his image. Men and women are equal at the foot of the cross – equally in need of grace, equally loved, equally valued, and equally called to serve in God’s kingdom – but God also made us different. In certain limited ways, we are different. God has reserved certain leadership roles in the church for men. Many Christians disagree with me but that is what my study of the word of God has led me to believe. The pastor/governing elders of the church should be men. Those who preach and teach … [Read more...] about Why I Will Vote AGAINST the Law Amendment
Introduction of New Motions
We just heard 17 new motions in 20 minutes. It was actually less silly than usual. As usual, there were the calls for the head of the leader of ERLC, for financial audits of NAMB, and not one, but TWO calls for remote voting at the Annual Meeting. This has been going on for 25 years. There were resolutions in the form of motions. Honestly, though, this was probably the most reasonable set of motions that I may rescind my moniker "silly season" if this trend continues. Gotta hand it to our President! Somehow, he got through to the messengers. There was not a single person who gave a long … [Read more...] about Introduction of New Motions
Doing Business without Opposition
I heard several rumors yesterday about disruptions, motions, and substitute nominations that might take place today. None of that happened. Don Currance reported 10,100+ messengers. No challenges to the seating of messengers occurred. Heiden Ratner brought the Committee on Order of Business report, which passed without comment. They have added a Tuesday evening session and the Law Amendment is scheduled for discussion around 10 AM Wednesday. The Holy Rev Dr. Adam Blosser brought the Committee on Committees report. The young whippersnapper did a great job and it passed … [Read more...] about Doing Business without Opposition
DJ Horton Wins Presidency
In the runoff, DJ Horton has defeated Brad Whitt to be president of the 2025 Pastors Conference. DJ Horton - votes % Brad Whitt - votes % Had a dinner appointment and couldn't stay to get the numbers … [Read more...] about DJ Horton Wins Presidency
Nickelodeon, Abuse, and the SBC (Anonymous)
“But Manasseh led Judah and the people of Jerusalem astray, so that they did more evil than the nations the Lord had destroyed before the Israelites. The Lord spoke to Manasseh and his people, but they paid no attention.” 2 Chronicles 33:9-10. I’ve been reading a book series lately about the time of the kings. This series covers the reigns of kings Ahaz, Hezekiah, and Manasseh and showcases Judah’s flow of destruction to prosperity to destruction. The determining factor of this flow is one simple question: will the king lead the people to do what is right or evil in the sight of the … [Read more...] about Nickelodeon, Abuse, and the SBC (Anonymous)
Pastors Conference Runoff – DJ Horton leads Round 1
There will be a runoff for the President of the Pastors Conference. We believe the runoff will be between Brad Whitt and DJ Horton. Vote totals have not been announced. We will post those here as soon as they are announced. Brad Whitt 279 votes. 33.9% Chris Bolt 182 votes 22.11% DJ Horton 361 votes 43.86% Brad and DJ in the runoff. The ballots are being collected. … [Read more...] about Pastors Conference Runoff – DJ Horton leads Round 1
SBC Pastors Conference President
Three Nominations Brad Whitt was nominated by Dean Inserra. Chris Bolt was nominated by.... DJ Horton was nominated by Fred Luter. They now vote by ballot! If there is a runoff it will be tonight. … [Read more...] about SBC Pastors Conference President
Who Will Be Our Next President?
We have about two dozen candidates for president this year, right? Those are only the ones we know about! I ran into Luke Holmes today and he told me about 1963 (I think) when there were 14 candidates for president at the SBC. What a mess that would be! An Ophrah Winfrey convention - "You get a nomination. You get a nomination. Everyone gets a nomination!" In reality, there are only six candidates that we are aware of, who have publicly announced their intent to seek the office. I have talked to several people today and there seems to be more confusion about who will be elected than I have … [Read more...] about Who Will Be Our Next President?
Back in Indy, Looking to Write
After a one-year hiatus as a messenger at the SBC, I am back and planning to vote. I will also be writing and covering SBC events as much as I can. I hope you will keep an eye on SBC Voices. I will try to keep those of you who are not here apprised. I might also share an opinion or two - you know me. I've lost my joy at writing on SBC issues. The vitriol and theology of personal destruction adopted by certain segments of keyboard warriors has just sapped all my desire to write. I've looked back at some of our early discussions. They were raucous and rowdy, but they weren't the blood sport … [Read more...] about Back in Indy, Looking to Write
SBC President Candidate Forum at #SBC24, Monday, 9pm
For those attending #SBC24, here's a notable event you may want to attend. The Baptist Review will host a Presidential Forum on Monday, June 10 at 9 p.m. at the Indiana Convention Center (Hall B) with all six candidates immediately following the Pastor's Conference. This is a free event but registration is required and available at this link. The presidential candidates are Seminary Professor David Allen, Pastor Bruce Frank, Pastor Mike Keahbone, Pastor Jared Moore, Pastor Clint Pressley, and Pastor Dan Spencer. The event is formatted as a forum. Candidates will answer questions related to … [Read more...] about SBC President Candidate Forum at #SBC24, Monday, 9pm