Jesus said in John 10:10 “… I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” When it comes to understanding the meaning and importance of quality of life, no one knows better than the Lord Jesus. The truth is this: If you never have a personal relationship with […]
Once again Georgians will be faced with the possibility of gambling expanding in our state. You can watch the latest update on the Georgia Baptist Public Affairs Facebook page. Two years ago, the Supreme Court ruled on a court case that opened the opportunity for states to allow legalized betting on sports. For the seventh […]
“We are set to begin what will be the first of a two-year legislative cycle.”
Starting December 14, Georgia Baptists will be participating in a strategic bus tour to encourage Christians to vote their biblical values in the January 5 Senate run-off. The tour will start in Dalton and end in Valdosta. Faith Wins (a National Christian nonprofit organization) is leading this effort. The Georgia Baptist Mission Board, along with […]
As we did in October, we are going to be providing Georgia Baptists with voter guides. These new guides are intended to help you choose the candidates you will vote for in the January 5 Senate Runoff. It is important once again that you know as much as possible on the candidate’s positions on issues […]
…we wanted to offer answers to questions most frequently being asked.
“It is important that we all understand that there is no scenario where we can kick back and relax as the threats to our ability live our faith and share the gospel will never cease.”
During the November 3rd election voters will have the opportunity to decide on three statewide ballot measures. This year there will be 2 proposed constitutional amendments and one statewide referendum question. Amendment #1: Authorizes dedication of fees and taxes to their intended purposes by general state law. (House Resolution No. 164, Resolution Act No. 597) “Shall […]
As always, I want to thank you for your support of the Public Affairs Ministry this past year. We’ve had wins and losses. These wins and losses are a constant reminder that elections have consequences. This is true whether it is local, state, or national. It is the people that we put in office that […]
As in previous years, resolutions may be submitted to the Resolutions Committee up to a week prior to the convention.
Our nation gets its consent to govern from the governed.
We may have lost this battle with this court, but the war still wages.