In recent days, SBC Executive Committee President Ronnie Floyd has outlined a clear and compelling vision for Southern Baptists that, I believe, powerfully clarifies what we can and must do together in the next five years. To know Southern Baptists is to know a people who dream big in faith. Dr. Floyd’s vision is exactly what is […]
By Ronnie FloydWords hurt people. I have been told for years and found it to be true personally, “Hurt people, hurt people.” When words are used about someone or to someone that defame, demean, or degrade them, hurt occurs.The toxic talk occurring across social media platforms relating to Southern Baptist matters and relationships is inexcusable. […]
“… our deliberations will remain confidential …”
By Jason K. AllenThe Cooperative Program ought not be a sacred cow, but it is close to one for me. Begun by Southern Baptists nearly a century ago, it has proven to be a most effective and enduring way to support our collective ministry and mission work. Jason K. Allen I often visit […]
If Southern Baptists’ unity is built on “all of us agreeing on everything, then there really is no hope for us all,” said J.D. Greear, Southern Baptist Convention president, during his address to the SBC Executive Committee on Sept. 17. MORRIS ABERNATHY/Baptist Press By Grace Thornton NASHVILLE (BP) — If Southern Baptists’ unity is built […]
“Our convention realized we must shift from being reactive to proactive.”
“I’m excited about it, and I’m just excited about where God is leading us.”
Mike Stone, reelected as EC president, is pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Blackshear…
What is the Southern Baptist Convention’s Executive Committee responsible for doing?
“Women are indispensable partners in God’s mission…”