We at BtT would like to make you aware of an interesting series penned by Jerry Rankin on Alternative Futures for the SBC, based on what action is taken in relation to the GCRTF recommendations. To access the introductory post, click here. To access the post on Alternative Future #1, click here.
Is ‘license’ really the opposite of ‘legalism’?
I’m working something out theologically… will you help me?
Quite often I will hear legalism and license presented as two ditches on either side of the Gospel that we must avoid. By “legalism” I mean the idea that Christianity is a set of commands which, if you obey them, will improve your standing in the eyes of God and make you a “faithful Christian.” By “license” I mean the idea that because Christ has redeemed us … [Read More]
Spiritual Awakening, Early Adopters, and the GCR
“If you think you’re leading and no one is following you, then you’re only taking a walk.” Afghan proverb
Movements need leaders, bold people who have an idea for change worth following. But for movements to grow, they need more. They need first followers. They must have early adopters.
A lot of people today talk about spiritual awakening and the need for revival. Not a bad thing. But when you look beneath the surface, the rhetoric often … [Read More]
Worth Your Time to Check out New Group Blog
Now here is an interesting addition to the blogosphere. Missions at Southeastern is a group blog providing live reports and insights from our students living and serving around the world, missiological reflections by theologians, missiologists, and practitioners, as well as access to useful mission resources.
Next week (April 29-May 9), Danny Akin will be providing real-time updates as he travels through Africa training national pastors. Next month (May 15 – June 7), Greg Mathias will be … [Read More]
Why to Read Andreas Kostenberger’s New Book
I have three things to say about Andreas Kostenberger’s latest book, A Theology of John’s Gospel and Letters (Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2009). First, go to Amazon and purchase this book immediately, because Kostenberger almost always gets it right in matters of biblical studies and biblical theology (having been, I suppose, mugged by biblical reality in the cradle). Second, be careful lugging this hefty volume to bed for late night reading, for fear of being crushed … [Read More]
Southeastern Welcomes New Faculty Michael Travers and Greg Welty
We at BtT would like to welcome Drs. Michael Travers and Greg Welty to the faculty at Southeastern.
Dr. Travers has been appointed Professor of English in The College at Southeastern and Fellow of The Center for Faith & Culture at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Travers comes to Southeastern from Louisiana College where has served as the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College.
Dr. Travers is the author of The Devotional Experience … [Read More]
Articulation: Of Movements, Clarity, and the GCR
On a cold Halloween night long ago a lone figure walked along the path near the Elbe River in what is now Germany. As he neared the door of the Castle Church, parchment in hand, he knew his action in the coming moments would cause a stir. But he certainly could not have imagined the impact of the movement he was about to advance. Weary of the institutionalism and failed theological views of the established church … [Read More]
Al Mohler’s Reflections on Moderate Baptist Leader Cecil Sherman
I sent the following email around to the Southeastern family this morning. I also wanted to share it with our readers on this blog.
Dear SEBTS family,
My friend Al Mohler has written an important article on Cecil Sherman who recently passed away. It provides an excellent assessment of a very important figure in Baptist life. It also helps us understand why we needed a Conservative Resurgence that began in 1979. You will be well served to … [Read More]
Leadership Rocks
We at BtT would like to make you aware of Leadership Rocks, a student ministry event held on the campus of SEBTS October 29-30, 2010. Brent Crowe, David Nasser, and Alvin Reid will be headlining the event, along with worship band Pocket Full of Rocks.
If you are a pastor or student pastor, we invite you to bring your students to experience a world class, high energy event. Your students will be challenged by Crowe, Nasser, … [Read More]
Chick Fil-A, Student Pastors, and the GCR
This week I had the honor to be with about 50 student pastors from the largest churches in my tradition, the Southern Baptist Convention, at an annual event called Youth Metro. I enjoyed fellowship with former (and future) students, old friends, and making many new ones. I also had the joy of speaking on missional student ministry. I was delighted at the enthusiastic response as I challenged them to place the gospel at the … [Read More]
