Archive for September, 2007
« Previous EntriesReclaiming the Baptist Distinctive - Baptism by Immersion
Wednesday, September 26th, 2007Dr. Jim Richards, Executive Director of the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention and 1st Vice-President of the Southern Baptist Convention, was invited to speak in chapel at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary on Tuesday. Dr. Richards spoke on the need for regaining the Baptist distinctive of baptism.
Dr. Richards spoke clearly about this distinctive. He […]
Standard Podcast [33:35m]: Drifting Away From Our Mission
Tuesday, September 25th, 2007I am currently preaching through the book of Genesis. It is probably one of my favorite books of the Bible, because it displays the drama of God’s unending love for his creation in the face of willful disobedience and rebellion.
In studying chapter two of Genesis I came across a profound thought from Walter Brueggemann. […]
A Misunderstood Principle
Monday, September 24th, 2007Our focus at SBC Today is on those beliefs and principles that have identified Baptists throughout history. Perhaps none of these principles is more distinctively Baptist, yet more misunderstood in our postmodern secular society than that of religious liberty.
We are pleased to present, in our latest audio resource, a sermon series on the subject preached […]
Creeping Vines and Baptist Identity
Friday, September 21st, 2007We have a trumpet vine we planted on our back fence that began as a sprout but now lives as a spread. It has engulfed the entirety of the back forty. Our intent in planting the greenery was admirable, but we did not anticipate unintended consequences. Most maladies do not engulf us but tend to […]
Yes, SBC Today Loves Dr. Russell Moore
Thursday, September 20th, 2007One cannot get enough of the young Southern Seminary Vice President. There is only one thing better than an audio recording of Dr. Moore, a video of him preaching.
Dr. Moore preached at Southwestern’s chapel last week Thursday, September 13th. Thanks to John B. (in a comment) for alerting SBC Today to this timely […]
Hats Off to Dr. Frank Page and the Great Commission Council
Wednesday, September 19th, 2007It is encouraging to learn of the overwhelming love and support for Drs. Paige and Dorothy Patterson that was expressed at the Great Commission Council meeting. The GCC members gave this support in view of what some members called an “unprecedented attack.” To see the full story, check out Baptist Press.
Balthasar Hubmaier - The Abomination of Infant Baptism
Wednesday, September 19th, 2007In seminary, I became a big fan of the Anabaptists. While not totally agreeing with all their beliefs, I admired their willingness to sacrifice all for their doctrine. One such doctrine that did not allow compromise was confessional baptism. An excellent resource on Anabaptists is William R. Estep’s book, The Anabaptist Story. […]
Dr. Russell Moore - What Are The Major Issues of Today? (Part 6)
Wednesday, September 19th, 2007In this sixth and final part of our presentation of Dr. Russell Moore’s lecture to D. Min. Students at Southwestern Seminary, he gives a powerful argument for the importance of biblical community within our churches. He argues that while our churches have, by and large, become the ecclesial equivalent of a “big box” store, they […]
John Dagg & The Church Universal: A Brief Exposition
Tuesday, September 18th, 2007This essay was written for SBC Today by Dr. Peter Lumpkins. Dr. Lumpkins is an ordained Southern Baptist minister living in West Georgia. Beginning in 1981, he has served as Pastor in Kentucky, Tennessee and Georgia as well as served briefly with the Louisiana Baptist Convention as Church Planter during seminary. In addition, […]
Dr. Russell Moore - What Are The Major Issues of Today? (Parts 4 & 5)
Monday, September 17th, 2007Today we will present two parts simultaneously (click here for the audio). Part four is really an introduction to Dr. Moore’s call for a renewed Theological and Ecclesiological vision. He states that two areas that need re-visioning are the church’s understanding of authority, as it relates to God’s Word, and community, as it […]
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