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The evangelical world, joined by no shortage of secular observers, has been abuzz about the latest soundbite of note from the Pastors Osteen — this time offered by Victoria Osteen as her husband Joel beamed in the background. In... Continue Reading »
We can all imagine a different life on a parallel track, but we can only live one track at a time. I was reading an article by a physician who was disappointed by his profession. He would not recommend... Continue Reading »
Many are aware that Dr. David Platt was not my choice for the presidency of the IMB. But the presidential selection committee has assured us that at the end of the intercessory road, Dr. Platt is God’s choice. Therefore,... Continue Reading »
EDITOR’S NOTE: Frank S. Page, president of the SBC Executive Committee, has issued a call to prayer for revival and spiritual awakening for our churches, our nation and our world during 2013. Baptist Press will carry First-Person articles during... Continue Reading »
Maybe my kids are weird, but I have been surprised to learn they can’t wait to start school. In fact, as soon as school ended back in June, they were already talking about the teachers they would have in... Continue Reading »
Alcohol consumption, drug use, immorality, homosexuality — studies provide heartbreaking statistics on these issues among millennials. My generation is caught in a downward spiral. But what is the real problem? More importantly, what can I do about it? The... Continue Reading »
Those of you who read my blog or listen to my podcasts know I am a strong proponent of social media. I have seen many good things take place on the various platforms available. I have seen the Gospel... Continue Reading »
I am burdened by the fact that 80 percent of our 46,125 Southern Baptist Churches reported reaching and baptizing only 0-1 young adults according to the recent Pastors’ Task Force on SBC Evangelistic Impact and Declining Baptisms report released... Continue Reading »
Writer: Alexander Campbell, Special to the Anderson Independent-Mail This is a tale of two universities. Both were founded as distinctly evangelical Christian institutions, one in 1636 the other in 1911. The motto of one was “Veritas Christo et Ecclesiae,”... Continue Reading »
As followers of the crucified Messiah, our eternal hope is bound up in strength displayed through weakness (2 Corinthians 13:4), and followers of the risen Jesus are commanded to take up their cross and follow Him (Matthew 16:24). Consequently,... Continue Reading »
I once served a large church as food service director, special events coordinator and wedding coordinator during a journey in ministry that has taken me through a variety of positions and responsibilities. Our church was a popular venue for... Continue Reading »
It is Saturday night. Your week has found you spending so much time at the hospital with church members you are thinking about stopping by Human Resources to pick up a paycheck. You woke up this morning with every... Continue Reading »
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