Call to Prayer on April 15th

Found this on the We Are Texas Baptists: Danny Sinquefield, president of the Tennessee Baptist Convention, has challenged Baptist in the U.S. to pray for our country on April 15.  I would like to extend the call to all Christians. With the current econimic climate in our country Tax Day can prove to be more … Continue reading Call to Prayer on April 15th

Enough!

There has been a growing be debate in Baptist circles regarding Calvinism. There has been a lot of very vocal and not so kind opposition to Calvinism. Disputes and name calling is nothing new in Baptist circles. Baptists emerged from the Dissenters in England and we have been dissenting ever since.  It seems that Baptist … Continue reading Enough!

Update on Prayer Request: FBC Marysville, Illinois

Please pray for the members of First Baptist Marysville, Illinois and the family of Dr. Fred Winters. It has been one week since the tragic shooting during the morning services.  FBC will be having normal services this week. Dr. Al Meredith, pastor of Wedgwood Baptist in Ft. Worth, Texas, will be preaching in all services.  … Continue reading Update on Prayer Request: FBC Marysville, Illinois

Mental Illness and the Church

This week's Baptist Standard featured an article about the church and mental illness.  For many their church is the first place they turn for help but when it comes to mental illness the church is often not able or willing to help. According to a study by Baylor University 30% of people who turned to … Continue reading Mental Illness and the Church

Response to Comment

This is a response to a comment I received on It is Both Not Either Or. I am re-posting the comment here: Good points but keep in mind, whether conservative or liberal-minded churches, the call to social justice does not necessarily equate to more government programs and spending. It equates to Christian people being Christian … Continue reading Response to Comment

Prayer Request: FBC Marysville, Illinois

Please pray for First Baptist Church Marysville, Illinois. This morning a gunman interrupted the 8 AM service killing the pastor Dr. Fred Winters and wounding 2 worshipers.  (More Details) Note: I am not affiliated with FBC Marysville. Comments are welcome. For those wishing to leave comments for the the church please visit their website. Comments … Continue reading Prayer Request: FBC Marysville, Illinois

It is Both Not Either Or

The other day the Big Guy and I were discussing theology, which really isn't an uncommon occurrence.  The issue was social justice and how many Christians have dropped the ball on this one. One point that came up was that the more conservative groups tend to have a high regard for the authority of scripture and … Continue reading It is Both Not Either Or