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Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #310 The SBC Executive Committee met in person for the first time in a year and did a lot of business, and Nathan Lorick has a new gig. News Recap Floyd, Greear stare down division, call for refocus on the Great Commission at EC meeting – https://bit.ly/3pRDRE0SBC Executive Committee disfellowships four churches – https://bit.ly/2Msl4kZFloyd urges ‘return to Great Commission cooperation’ in Vision 2025 relaunch – https://bit.ly/3aYwg2qGreear decries division, repudiates pharisaical spirit in SBC EC address – https://bit.ly/2O1l63JNAMB, EC announce $5 million boost for student evangelism efforts – https://bit.ly/2ZVcLBwFIRST-PERSON: Vision 2025 is ready to go to the 2021 SBC Annual Meeting – https://bit.ly/3kovU8iGREEAR: What needs to change in the SBC is our culture – https://bit.ly/3b1mxZfLorick elected to succeed Richards as SBTC executive director – https://bit.ly/3qZ7DrVDwight McKissic, dozens of others receive shelter at SWBTS – https://bit.ly/3aSQ4E9 SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History Time, Place, Preacher Committee May Diehttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1710,24-Feb-1963.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Behold Your KingJonathan: Andrew Peterson Easter Monday Live Stream

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #309 The North American Mission Board has filed an appeal with the Supreme Court of the United States in an effort to uphold a lower court’s ruling involving a lawsuit filed by Will McRaney. News Recap NAMB appeals to Supreme Court in McRaney case, claims first amendment protections https://bit.ly/3dp4FZLNew Fort Knox chaplain is SBTS alum – https://bit.ly/3ugj7t9Fires claim church, camp building in Louisiana – https://bit.ly/3bn3iIsStone discusses ‘wave revivals,’ ‘toning down the rhetoric’ in BP interview – https://bit.ly/2NkblxD SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History Survey shows Baptists waning on missions, fearing apathyhttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7518,19-Feb-1993.PDF Resources of the Week Amy: Called To Cooperate: A Biblical Survey and Application of TeamworkJonathan: EC Meeting Live Stream

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #308 Ravi Zacharias International Ministries released a report related the late apologist’s patterns of sexual abuse over the past decade, and Southwestern has settled a lawsuit with a charitable foundation and regained control over its assets. News Recap Investigation reveals Zacharias’ years-long history of sexual abuse of women – https://bit.ly/3da06lUSettlement returns Riley Foundation control to SWBTS, Baylor – https://bit.ly/3qeECbnTRUSTEES: IMB appoints 30 missionaries, celebrates $5 billion in cumulative Lottie gifts – https://bit.ly/2Zo5YA5IMB announces George Liele Scholarship – https://bit.ly/3pf0xO7Arkansas Baptists surpass 2020 budget, send extra $1 million to IMB – https://bit.ly/2Z8bsPdAmericans less optimistic about race relations, study shows – https://bit.ly/2ZbY8Ju SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History Gardner-Webb College Seeking New Mascothttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/563,13-Feb-1957.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Gentle and LowlyJonathan: Annual Ministry Reports

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #307 It was a busy week in the SBC and there’s some big news from NAMB and the EC. Also, there are now five state conventions looking for an executive director. News Recap TRUSTEES: NAMB trustees see heartache and healing first-hand in New Orleans – https://bit.ly/2NZaKBkNAMB trustees unanimously affirm cooperation, mission strategy of leadership – https://bit.ly/36KC8cRSouthern Baptists prepare to send 33 missionaries in virtual celebration – https://bit.ly/3rlkTa0ERLC-focused task force releases report – https://bit.ly/3trvHFtCP giving rebounds in January, above budget for fiscal year – https://bit.ly/2MzOpKoRacist letter sent to Black pastor condemned as ‘vile, sick and disgusting’ – https://bit.ly/3cOeT5LRick Warren apologizes for children’s Sunday school video loaded with Asian culture stereotypes – https://bit.ly/36HppYqChurches celebrate first Baptist missionary and Black 18th Century pastor George Liele Feb. 7 – https://bit.ly/36IG6TABCM/D introduces offering honoring George Liele – https://bit.ly/3aE9cUWBaptist New Mexican changing publication size, frequency – https://bit.ly/3aE9cUWNorthwest Baptist Convention building to be sold – https://bit.ly/3aEqC3SDakota Baptist Convention establishes positions to address pastors’ isolation –  https://bit.ly/3cIKfdWOhio exec search team receiving resumes – https://bit.ly/36JjEteSBTC search team recommends Lorick as executive director – https://bit.ly/2O9pwWrMcNeil announces retirement as Indiana Baptists’ executive director – https://bit.ly/3cJugw6Nevada state exec Kevin White resigns – https://bit.ly/36HpTxIMessenger, childcare pre-registration open for 2021 SBC Annual Meeting – https://bit.ly/3tpLBQCNAMB-IMB Send Conference registration opens – https://bit.ly/36JjEte SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History This computer wouldn’t take yes for an answerhttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/05-FEB-1996.PDF Resources of the Week Amy: Ministers’ Wives LuncheonJonathan: CP Digital Kit

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #306 Lifeway has reached a sales agreement on its building, and trustees approved proposed changes to the publisher’s ministry assignments. News Recap TRUSTEES: Finances, building sale, audit report focus of Lifeway meeting – https://bit.ly/3t5Ot55Lifeway trustees approve revisions to mission and ministry statements – https://bit.ly/2Me0FjzLifeway building under contract, transitions to new work environment – https://bit.ly/3ad2i9gUrging cooperation, SBC EC issues white paper to NAMB, state executives – https://bit.ly/2NNT0ZNLeslie Osborn named new CFO for Oklahoma Baptists – https://bit.ly/3r1GLabBrand to be nominated as SBC 1st VP, Chavez as 2nd VP – https://bit.ly/3adEKkD SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History Elliff declines FHB president nomination; search continueshttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7503,29-Jan-1993.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: SBC LifeJonathan: Early Work, Vol. 2 (2020 Versions)

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #305 Ed Litton and Randy Adams announced this week that they, too, will be candidates for the SBC presidency when Southern Baptists meet this summer in Nashville. News Recap Litton to be nominated for SBC president – https://bit.ly/3c1bbFiRandy Adams announced as nominee for SBC president – https://bit.ly/2LUip3iSummit hires outside firm to review findings of internal investigation – https://bit.ly/39SIaJbLifeway launches new branding, website enhancements – https://bit.ly/3sO5eBKIMB to host virtual Sending Celebration Feb. 3 – https://bit.ly/3sIASAB2021 March for Life moves to virtual event – https://bit.ly/3sPnL0gGeorgia Baptist building placed for sale – https://bit.ly/2Nk6fB2 SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History Graham Prays, Preaches at Bush Inaugurationhttps://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/events-index/2001-george-w-bush-inauguration/ Resources of the Week Amy: Pray Every Day | Mary DeMuth on EtsyJonathan: The Road to Nashville

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #304 There’s another candidate for the 2021 SBC Presidential election after it was announced that Georgia pastor Mike Stone will be nominated. Also, the 2021 Resolutions Committee has been named with a new chairman who’s serving for the second time. News Recap Georgia pastor, former Executive Committee chairman Stone to be nominated for SBC president – https://bit.ly/3qtgiChSBC Resolutions Committee stays in place, with changes – https://bit.ly/3qtgx09WMU board celebrates new initiatives, will explore sale of building – https://bit.ly/35JoMgyFlorida church proclaims transparency, safety after lay pastor charged with child porn – https://bit.ly/2LU4pGe SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History Crooks released from NOBTShttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/953,15-Jan-1958.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Women & Work PodcastJonathan: NAMB Prayer Calendar

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #303 The first week of 2021 gave us some tumultuous events in the SBC and in the nation. Amy and Jonathan also take a look at a few stories that may have gotten missed over the Christmas holidays. News Recap Southern Baptist leaders condemn storming of U.S. Capitol – https://bit.ly/3s5UtduMoore addresses ‘chaos’ in D.C., calls for leadership, healing – https://bit.ly/3hXSKlVNAAF leaders, seminary presidents hold ‘honest and open conversation’ – https://bit.ly/2XpJJZqDesignated giving remains strong, CP giving takes step backward in December report – https://bit.ly/35jEDCgFire guts Cowpens church sanctuary on Christmas weekend – https://bit.ly/2KK8XirLifeWay finalizes Ridgecrest sale – https://bit.ly/2JxlG7qSouthern Baptist leaders remember Fred Wolfe’s impact for the Gospel – https://bit.ly/39bVND3Judson College to open for spring 2021 – https://bit.ly/35jSDMbWestern Recorder to cease monthly publication – https://bit.ly/3bgwbHQ SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/MDIVMBA. This Week in SBC History 22-Year-Old Mission Check Found In Fileshttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/553,06-Jan-1957.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: The Essential It’s a Wonderful Life: A Scene-by-Scene Guide to the Classic FilmJonathan: Bible Reading Plans

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #302 2020 is over—thankfully. On this week’s episode, Amy and Jonathan look ahead to 2021 and what lies ahead for the SBC in the new year. 10 Questions for 2021: How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect us in 2021?Will we see more diverse first- and second-chair leaders? (SBTC, Ohio, NC, Guidestone)(provost at SWBTS, other state staff)What will the Annual Meeting look like?Who will be nominated for SBC offices in Nashville?How will the Send Conference be received in place of the pastors’ conference?How will the major launch of Go2 affect sending numbers in coming years?Will the AAEO rebound?Will LMCO meet their 175M goal?How will Southern Baptists respond to potential legislation from the Biden administration that could infringe on our beliefs and religious liberties?What will be the surprise story of 2021? Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to providing theological education for individuals engaging in Christian ministry. Southwestern Seminary offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. This past fall, our friends at Southwestern launched new 8-week online classes, which means you can begin taking classes as soon as October 19 of this year. If you are interested in taking the next step in ministry, visit SWBTS.edu to learn more about how you can get started.

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #301 2020 was quite the year. On this year-end recap episode, Amy and Jonathan cover the top stories of the year, answer their 10 questions for 2020, and Amy shares her 10 most fascinating Southern Baptists of the year. 10 Questions for 2020: How will American politics affect the SBC in 2020?Will we see more diverse first-chair leaders?Who will be nominated for SBC officers in Orlando?How will the major launch of Go2 affect sending numbers in coming years?Will we see any recommendations for disfellowship from the Credentials Committee?What will be the outcome of the Baptism Sunday initiatives President Greear is promoting?What will be the impact of LifeWay’s retail strategy?Will we break $200M in national CP receipts this budget year?Will the AAEO hit another record high?Will we hit 10K messengers in Orlando? Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to providing theological education for individuals engaging in Christian ministry. Southwestern Seminary offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. Earlier this year, our friends at Southwestern launched new 8-week online classes, which means you can begin taking classes as soon as October 19 of this year. If you are interested in taking the next step in ministry, visit SWBTS.edu to learn more about how you can get started. 10 Biggest News Stories of 2020: COVID-19 – a global pandemic arrivesCancellation of the 2020 SBC Annual MeetingRacial tension and the SBC’s responseLifeWay agrees to sell RidgecrestSBC entities go to courtWithdrawing fellowshipPresidential election, Supreme Court shiftHistoric election of SBC Executive Committee chairmanNAMB, IMB team up in partnership with Send ReliefJerry Falwell Jr. resigns amid scandal 10 Most Fascinating Southern Baptists of 2020: Brenda GanttScott JamesRenee TrewickCharles BillingsleyCurtis JamesCaleb FreemanAbby CavanaughNatalie MaxeyJon NelsonRebekah Naylor Resource of the Year IMB 175

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #300 The NAAF published a letter in response to a recent statement from the Council of Seminary Presidents and a group of pastors have issued a statement in support of the NAAF letter. News Recap NAAF, Ausberry respond to seminary presidents’ statement https://bit.ly/3aqsuiiGroup of Southern Baptists opposes those who ‘distract’ from racial reconciliation https://bit.ly/2KzQtkeStinson departs, Dockery named interim provost of Southwestern Seminary https://bit.ly/3apLbCULifeWay donates nearly 30,000 Spanish Bibles to struggling Venezuelan communities https://bit.ly/2K87JNLLongtime Baptist editor, journalist joins Baptist Press https://bit.ly/38gdfprFlorida church fires pastor jailed on child pornography charges https://bit.ly/3p6i6AgNAMB files motion, will petition Supreme Court in McRaney case https://bit.ly/34o9LzWGreat Commission is ‘first priority,’ Allen tells MBTS graduates https://bit.ly/2KiPFQP‘Great Commission DNA’ is Akin’s hope for SEBTS graduates https://bit.ly/34pjwhBGreear to be first SBC president to speak at March for Life https://bit.ly/38gdrFbFalwell drops defamation lawsuit against Liberty https://bit.ly/34sRcuuERLC plans record 10 ultrasound donations https://bit.ly/2KgUzOo This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information. Interview with Art Toalston Viral Vitality This Week in SBC History Lottie Moon is born on December 12, 1840 Resources of the Week

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #299 The official SBC calendar of activities for 2021 was released this week for churches to use to highlight the missions and ministries, and the ERLC clarified some issues related to a recent amicus brief. News Recap Addition of George Liele Day highlights 2021 SBC calendar – https://bit.ly/3a37zloERLC issues apology, explanation regarding amicus brief – https://bit.ly/342GaMwDespite pandemic challenges, CP giving above budget – https://bit.ly/3oITIoo‘Love one another,’ Greenway charges SWBTS graduates – https://bit.ly/3qM5D6zNOBTS, North Greenville University sign articulation agreement – https://bit.ly/2LrqtbgTRUSTEES: NOBTS approves new VP, student center renovation – https://bit.ly/2LtnoaDSBTS adds three to faculty – https://bit.ly/2LtnoaDGuideStone presidential search committee welcomes additional recommendations – https://bit.ly/3a0VD3nIMB missionaries and staff give more than $800,000 to LMCO – https://bit.ly/3a0VD3n This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information. This Week in SBC History Nativity Scene Baby Brings Christmas Joyhttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4970,07-Dec-1979.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Historical White House OrnamentsJonathan: Rick Brewer Christmas CD

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #298 The Council of Seminary Presidents issued a statement reaffirming the BFM2000 this week, and there are a pair of rather important legal updates to cover. News Recap Seminary presidents reaffirm BFM, declare CRT incompatible https://bit.ly/3lGqynJTexas attorney general intervenes in Southwestern, Baylor lawsuit https://bit.ly/3lHaouuNAMB en banc request denied by 5th Circuit; Confusion regarding amicus brief addressed https://bit.ly/2Ia0LXlSTATE MEETINGS: BRN casts ‘Kingdom vision’; BGAV celebrates ongoing ministry https://bit.ly/36FUvQz This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information. This Week in SBC History Leavell Named President of New Orleans Seminaryhttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3897,02-Dec-1974.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: WMU Week of Prayer CelebrationJonathan: CP Stories

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #297 This week, the Supreme Court ruled against a limitation placed on houses of worship by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Also, two state papers announced changes to their publishing schedule, and one is transitioning to a magazine. News Recap High court blocks NY virus limits on houses of worship https://bit.ly/3q8u3XJERLC urges court to block N.Y. pandemic order https://bit.ly/33iE5LWSTATE MEETINGS: Arizona, Iowa increase CP giving; Alabama celebrates missions https://bit.ly/37cFBR0STATE MEETINGS: SBCV gives anniversary gift to IMB; BGCT holds first virtual annual meeting https://bit.ly/2Jc5zfiGeorgia Baptists offer voluntary early retirement to 50 employees https://bit.ly/33mJgL3State publications adjust formats, schedules https://bit.ly/3qegVQXWMU leaders rally churches for LMCO https://bit.ly/3q670g5 This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information. This Week in SBC History Six SBC Seminaries Outline Doctor of Ministry Programhttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3102,30-Nov-1970.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Searching for ChristmasJonathan: Hold On podcast

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #296 Baptist Press sat down for an exclusive interview with Dr. Mohler to discuss his pending nomination for SBC president as well as the future of the SBC. News Recap Mohler discusses SBC future, cooperation in BP interview https://bit.ly/3fdrcaSSouthern Baptists celebrate sending 79 new missionaries https://bit.ly/3kKKGobSTATE MEETINGS: South Carolina elects first Black president; Tennessee holds first-ever Virtual Summit https://bit.ly/35MZ23uSTATE MEETINGS: Michigan looks to healthy future; Maryland-Delaware mission continues https://bit.ly/3kJ28K1STATE MEETINGS: SBTC highlights prayer; Louisiana Baptists show resolve amid adversity https://bit.ly/3lIzcD4SAAG, ERLC share priorities to fight sex abuse in next year https://bit.ly/2UKPnUK This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information. This Week in SBC History Costumed Group Invades Virginia Baptist Gatheringhttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3692,19-Nov-1973.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: An adoption dream come true https://bit.ly/331Fq9ZJonathan: Social Qs with Kendall Baker

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #295 Jim Richards announced this week his plans to retire at the end of 2021 as the executive director of the SBTC. Also, there are several state convention recaps to cover. News Recap Richards announces plans to step down in 2021 https://bit.ly/3nk3cWqSTATE MEETINGS: New Mexico elects executive director; New England prepares for revitalization https://bit.ly/38F8QhQSTATE MEETINGS: Wyoming to become self-sustaining; Hawaii Pacific meeting draws participants worldwide https://bit.ly/3poPy63STATE MEETINGS: West Virginia to be self-sustaining; New York stalwart amid challenges https://bit.ly/2ImUCaBSTATE MEETINGS: Oklahoma remembers race massacre; Georgia passes resolutions on racism, CRT https://bit.ly/3prECo6STATE MEETINGS: Kentucky mission continues; North Carolina celebrates Hollifield https://bit.ly/38CBCiUSBC hotel company delivers apology, gift cards https://bit.ly/2K4I9c0 This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information. This Week in SBC History A look back at the 2000 presidential electionhttps://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/top-sbc-leaders-urge-bush-gore-do-whats-best-for-the-country/https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/land-candidates-americans-should-accept-recount-results/https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/first-person-only-christian-faith-can-heal-u-s-nationally-us-personally/ Resources of the Week Amy: Bethlehem’s RedeemerJonathan: LifeWay Research on economic impact being felt by churches

Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #294 WMU has announced budget and personnel cuts, and this week’s election provided some wins and some losses for Southern Baptist interests. News Recap WMU approves reduced budget, 12 accept voluntary retirement offer https://bit.ly/32jFRvSMandrell affirms Ridgecrest buyers’ commitment to ‘evangelical essentials’ https://bit.ly/2IbY87lLarge gifts boost giving totals to begin fiscal year https://bit.ly/2JzCWIOVoters approve Louisiana abortion restriction and Alabama church gun laws https://bit.ly/3n4JQEFOregon decriminalizes opioids; marijuana, gambling legalized in other states https://bit.ly/3p4SFjmMississippi voters adopt ‘In God We Trust’ flag free of Confederate emblem https://bit.ly/3pbdrODHeartbroken Boyce College students mourn sudden death of Nick Challies https://bit.ly/2JzD8YySTATE MEETINGS: Minnesota-Wisconsin, Indiana, Utah-Idaho https://bit.ly/367qt72STATE MEETINGS: California celebrates financial rebound; Illinois marks ‘many victories’ https://bit.ly/38g6zsWLiberty trustees approve new leadership model https://bit.ly/38pd9gK This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information. This Week in SBC History Carter Resigns Brotherhood Commission Trustee Posthttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4300,05-Nov-1976.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Fisher-Price Toy MuseumJonathan: Cropwell Baptist Church uses election day to reach community

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode293.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #293 We have our first official announcement of a candidate for national office in the SBC. Al Mohler confirmed he’s in for 2021, and we also have an update from Liberty. News Recap Mohler to be nominated for SBC presidency https://bit.ly/2HNXfBD Falwell sues Liberty, says school damaged his reputation https://bit.ly/34Fr6ox Missouri Baptists elect first Black president https://bit.ly/2TE3F92 Arkansas Baptists Executive Board meets in lieu of convention https://bit.ly/2TE3F92 Nevada churches pull together https://bit.ly/2TCva2D Colorado churches stay focused on what matters https://bit.ly/2TCva2D Kansas-Nebraska Baptists ‘supporting the Cooperative Program’ https://bit.ly/2TCva2D Benjamin Skaug elected dean of Scarborough College at SWBTS https://bit.ly/2TCBaIP SWBTS, Dallas Baptist University announce joint MDiv/MBA degree https://bit.ly/3jEk089 Diverse group of Southern Baptist pastors sign Deep South racial justice statement https://bit.ly/34ETE1t Bears quarterback Nick Foles partners with Chicago church to help students https://bit.ly/3jFsXhx This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.   This Week in SBC History Jerry Clower Joins Grand Ole Opry Cast http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3679,30-Oct-1973.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised, 12th edition Jonathan: LifeWay Research

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode292.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #292 New research shows only 4% of churches who have started meeting again have reported growth in worship attendance and 13% are yet to resume services. Also, there are trustee updates from two seminaries. News Recap Few churches back to pre-COVID attendance levels https://bit.ly/35xZdyi MBTS elects faculty, celebrates enrollment gains https://bit.ly/37w0Wql SWBTS sees enrollment and revenue growth, affirms legal steps https://bit.ly/31CSVfk Hearing set for SWBTS, Riley Foundation lawsuit https://bit.ly/35prF57 Jack MacGorman donates personal library to Southwestern Seminary https://bit.ly/3ojtl8R Southwest Baptist University president submits resignation https://bit.ly/35qGMLR David Manner named new state executive director for Kansas-Nebraska https://bit.ly/3oiRAnR James MacDonald, Harvest Bible Chapel reach agreement https://bit.ly/3ojtoS5 Kentucky church to investigate Chris Rice, Christian musician, after abuse allegation https://bit.ly/37w15dn NAMB to emphasize Hispanic church planting in 2021 https://bit.ly/35pyjZf LifeWay Women’s Leadership Forum aims to bring unity among dispersed leaders https://bit.ly/3mkoen1 Blume missions event canceled https://bit.ly/37zAIDl Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to providing theological education for individuals engaging in Christian ministry. Southwestern Seminary offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. Just this year, our friends at Southwestern launched new 8-week online classes, which means you can begin taking classes as soon as October 19 of this year. If you are interested in taking the next step in ministry, visit SWBTS.edu to learn more about how you can get started.   This Week in SBC History Former Air Traffic Controller Now Directs from Church Pulpit http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/5532,21-Oct-1982.pdf Ronald Reagan fires 11,359 air-traffic controllers https://bit.ly/37xx50J Resources of the Week Amy: F260 for Teen Girls Jonathan: ETCH Conference

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode291.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes • Stitcher • TuneIn Radio • Google Play • RSS • Spotify Episode #291 LifeWay has identified a buyer for Ridgecrest, and four seminaries held trustee meetings this past week. News Recap LifeWay agrees on terms of sale for Ridgecrest https://bit.ly/351ytpq LifeWay announces camp registrations for 2021 https://bit.ly/37bQHHn TRUSTEES: SBTS retains names, vacates chair, establishes endowment https://bit.ly/3lNebqk TRUSTEES: SEBTS celebrates new provost, record enrollment https://bit.ly/31ehQ8X TRUSTEES: Gateway returns to pre-COVID 2020-2021 budget https://bit.ly/37aEUcm TRUSTEES: NOBTS approves Leavell College initiatives, elects Tyler Wittman to the faculty https://bit.ly/3nRenXH NOBTS and NAMB partner for church planting center in New Orleans https://bit.ly/37c4JsH NAMB selects Paul Worcester to lead national collegiate evangelism effort https://bit.ly/31fssnU STATE MEETINGS: Alaska, Montana, Dakotas https://bit.ly/3lSzCXk Georgia Baptists address ‘pattern of overspending,’ commit to balanced budget for 2021 https://bit.ly/3nYCdRa Mississippi Baptist Convention pledges $1 million to international missions https://bit.ly/3lRFv6X Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to providing theological education for individuals engaging in Christian ministry. Southwestern Seminary offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. Just this year, our friends at Southwestern launched new 8-week online classes, which means you can begin taking classes as soon as October 19 of this year. If you are interested in taking the next step in ministry, visit SWBTS.edu to learn more about how you can get started.   This Week in SBC History Suburban Pastor Calls For New Preaching Patterns http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3078,15-Oct-1970.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: F260 for Teen Girls Jonathan: ETCH Conference