GCRTF Report Challenges to all Southern Baptists (2): Challenges for Individuals and for Families
By: Danny Akin & Alvin Reid
Years ago a man far away from the U.S. got an idea. Driven with zeal and passion, he convinced others to join him in this idea. This man led no great army at the time. He had no nation under his control.
Yet this man has changed the world. He convinced a couple dozen men to come to … [Read More]
GCRTF Report Challenges to all Southern Baptists (2): Challenges for Individuals and for Families
Johnny Hunt and Ronnie Floyd on the CP
Editor Jim Smith of the Florida Baptist Witness recently interviewed pastors Johnny Hunt and Ronnie Floyd about their increased commitment to the Cooperative Program. You should read it, especially if you are worried that the GCR is a Trojan Horse meant to undermine the CP.
The Alabama Baptist and the GCR
South Florida pastor Tim Brister has written a provocative post titled “The Alabama Baptist: A Case Study in the GCR Debate.” While his article is likely to ruffle some feathers down in the state that the stars fell on, it is a helpful addition to the GCR discussion because it provides a snapshot of how one young Southern Baptist pastor perceives the role his home state convention (and its paper) is playing in the debate. Whether you agree … [Read More]
Baptist 21 Panel at the SBC
Baptist 21 is holding its second annual panel discussion at the SBC this year. Below is the information for the panel. They have space for 1100 people, but seats are filling up, so be sure to register today.
B21 Panel Info:
When is the b21 panel: June 15th 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (during the lunch break of this year’s Southern Baptist Convention in Orlando immediately following President Hunt’s address). Lunch will be provided.
Where is the b21 panel: … [Read More]
Trevin Wax on the GCR in a Nutshell
Trevin Wax has written a helpful article titled “The GCR in a Nutshell.” Trevin writes,
It’s easy to be confused about the recommendations of the Great Commission Task Force. Through state papers, blogs and websites, the conversation about the future of the Southern Baptist Convention has been going on at a furious pace.
Whenever two points of view become overly politicized, the rhetoric heats up. Hype can eventually obscure reality, leading to misunderstandings and miscommunication on the … [Read More]
Two Important New Pro-GCR Articles
Dr. Frank Page, who currently serves as Vice President for Evangelism at North American Mission Board (and is very likely the next President of the Executive Committee), has written an endorsement of the GCR titled “I Believe One Can Stand and Vote for This Final Report and be a Supporter of the Cooperative Program.” This article is important for two reasons. First, Dr. Page has long been recognized as a Cooperative Program champion, so his … [Read More]
