For most Southern Baptist pastors, the idea that their church might harbor an abuser is horrific. Almost every Southern Baptist pastor I know got into the ministry to serve and protect God’s people. They are genuinely heartbroken by this. Yet we are still here, and that’s in part because of a few myths that are all too commonly believed in … Read More
Who’s Your One?
As a Christ follower, you are empowered by God to intentionally share how God has transformed your life. Yes, you can help a coworker, neighbor, friend, or family member who is far away from God experience new life in Jesus. Do you believe that? Now, imagine if everyone in your church family believed that was true. What if believers lived … Read More
WRAP-UP: Greear, Pence, #MeToo draw SBC’s focus
By David Roach DALLAS (BP) — At an annual meeting that saw what chief parliamentarian Barry McCarty called an “extra heavy volume of business” on its opening day, the Southern Baptist Convention elected J.D. Greear as convention president and heard an address by Vice President Mike Pence. Amid the national #MeToo movement, messengers to the June 12-13 SBC annual meeting … Read More