Mark Dever, Pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church (SBC), recently gave an address at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary addressing the issue of church growth and cultural relevancy.  It is worth reading HERE.

I have a few thoughts and feelings that have been crashing together this past week.  One is the joy of preaching the whole counsel of God to a body of believers who are willing to listen to even more difficult doctrines like election as articulated in John 6.  Another is a sense of wasted time. … Continue reading What Motivates Us?

The Southern Baptist Texan is a periodical of the conservative SBC convention in Texas.  In an article printed on October 22, 2007, some very telling information and exhortation came from a report given by several leading pastors and theologians regarding the family.  Below are links to a few significant articles, including some information from Don … Continue reading An SBC Report on the Family

After the message yesterday, I was left wondering what practical use it would be to most of you.  In just a few calls today I have found such peace that God's sovereign work is THE doctrine of great peace and assurance, whether dealing with sin and its horrific effects or physical trauma.  One of the … Continue reading Spurgeon on John 6:44

I came across this old hymn by John Newton and thought you might benefit from the lyrics. I Asked the Lord that I Might Grow  I asked the Lord that I might grow In faith, and love, and every grace; Might more of His salvation know, And seek, more earnestly, His face. ’Twas He who … Continue reading Reflections From a Late Saturday Night

This Saturday is the final home game of the year against South Carolina.  If you are planning to attend the game, I encourage you to park in our lots and donate at least $10 to our collegiate ministry mission efforts.  Not only will you not just be "paying" for parking, you'll help financially support college … Continue reading Support for College Missions

As one observes the history of Halloween, this day becomes something of a metaphor for spiritual battles and positioning on a corporate and personal level.  Halloween began as a pagan holiday (Samhain), celebrated among Celts of Ireland and Great Britain.  Eventually, immigrants from Ireland and Scotland brought the festival to America.  The celebration is rooted … Continue reading Halloween, All-Saints Day and Reformation Day

You may want to begin by reading the FoxNews report HERE.  I would encourage you to particularly consider Pullman's comments below regarding this series of books (leading to the movie) and their hopeful counter-effect to The Chronicles of Narnia:"I loathe the 'Narnia' books," Pullman has said in previous press interviews. "I hate them with a deep and … Continue reading “The Golden Compass” Movie

 Fanny Crosby - Hymn-writer ("I am Thine O Lord" - aka "Draw Me Nearer") 

In follow up to the previous blog, I want to challenge those of you not involved in our Wednesday night activites (Fusion) to get involved. It is amazing what this time is accomplishing in the lives of so many. From a family meal that is crazy and crowded (selling point?) to the 25 minute Gathering … Continue reading Upcoming Wednesday Nights…