Month: May 2011

It’s an old refrain, but I seem to be hearing it more these days – from more and different corners of society. From friends, acquaintances, and strangers alike, I hear “I believe in God, and I love Jesus, but I just don’t believe in ‘organized religion.’” Now I realize I’m preaching mostly to the choir Read more . . .

Last week, I attended the annual meeting of the Baptist History & Heritage Society, held on the campus of Dallas Baptist University. This year’s theme was Baptists and Education. Among the many topics addressed by speakers in both general and breakout sessions were the legacy of Baptists in securing religious liberty in the U.S.; a comparison Read more . . .

On Sunday afternoon, I attended the ordination of a young woman to the Gospel ministry. For 2 years, I have watched as she has ministered to the people of our church and they have ministered to her. I have heard her preach . . . teach Sunday School . . . present the Lord’s Supper . Read more . . .

NOTE: This article was originally published on May 4, 2011, by the Baptist Joint Committee for Religious Liberty on its Web site. Congress’ official designation and the president’s proclamation of a National Day of Prayer is misguided and unnecessary, says a Washington, D.C.-based church-state organization. A recent court decision said the law calling for the day of Read more . . .