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The presidents of Southeastern and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminaries have each weighed in on the alcohol issue, both taking a total-abstinence stance, each from different positions. In his article in Baptist Press on June 30, Dr. Danny Akin, president of … Continue reading →

In this lesson we are going to look at Article six of the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, concerning the doctrine of the Church. What is the church? Who makes up the church? When did the church begin? Who is … Continue reading →

Pastor Ben Cole of the Baptist Blogger, has bit down on this alcohol deal like a bulldog, and it appears he is not about to let go any time soon. Read his article in the Dallas Morning News, responding to … Continue reading →

Rain lilies are one of my favorite summer flowering bulbs. Their common name comes from the fact that they have a tendency to bloom profusely right after a summer shower. Here in Oklahoma any summer shower is a welcome site, … Continue reading →

At Greensboro many of the “sermons”, reports, and speeches used a common word: Inerrancy. It was almost always in connection with the conservative resurgence. I am very thankful that a faithful group of men fought that fight twenty-thirty years ago. … Continue reading →

When peace, like a river, attendeth my way, When sorrows like sea billows roll; Whatever my lot, thou hast taught me to say, It is well, it is well with my soul. It is well with my soul; It is … Continue reading →

Introduction In this lesson we are going to look into the purpose of God in saving sinners. This article naturally flows out of the one that came before it, namely the article on salvation. Even at first glance, a common … Continue reading →

In recognition of Independence day, and an overly political Southern Baptist Convention, here’s a ’49 Chevy shot March 1, 2006, in the middle of the night at a UPS facility near Vinita, Oklahoma. Happy fourth, everybody.

Article 4: Salvation (Continued) Conclusion The beauty of this article on salvation, even with the one minor problem mentioned previously, is that it approaches salvation from a God-centered perspective, rather than a man-centered perspective. Salvation is initiated by the Holy … Continue reading →

And it shall come to pass that everyone who calls upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.’ Acts 2:21 (ESV) And Zacchaeus stood and said to the Lord, “Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to … Continue reading →