Do you think that the SBC will do something to address the sex abuse crisis in 2024? Probably not. Let’s speak of other things.
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You have suffered grievously and I am truly sorry. I know that nothing can undo the wrong you have endured. Your trust has been betrayed and your dignity has been violated. We are all scandalised by the sins and failures of some of the Church's members. Pope Benedict XVI FIC Pastor and International Fugitive-Eddie Rojas A Plea … Continue reading
"So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith." Galatians 6:10 (ESV) Allow me to introduce you to my faithful blogging companion Coconut, a female Maltese who is the youngest (and arguably the cutest) member of our household. Now I'd like to acquaint you with a … Continue reading
"This made such an impression on my heart that I got up out of my hammock, picked up a saw, and cut off a leafy green branch from a tree. As soon as the saw passed through the branch, I knew that the leaves were as good as dead, even though they looked as healthy as they had a moment … Continue reading
"A house divided against itself cannot stand." Abraham Lincoln Church in French Countryside (Taken by Deb) Family integrated churches are beginning to garner some attention in the Christian community, and it appears this is due, in part, to self-promotion. The documentary "Divided" is a case in point. This video plays the blame game regarding why youth are leaving the church … Continue reading
"He that is not a son of Peace is not a son of God. All other sins destroy the Church consequentially; but Division and Separation demolish it directly…" Richard Baxter Mondsee Abbey Location of The Sound of Music wedding (Taken by Deb) How ironic that a documentary lambasting age segregation in the church is itself causing division and separation among … Continue reading
"Vision Forum has got it right! A lot of “modern” churches have got it wrong. God makes it quite clear how things are supposed to operate and when all parties are in submission to Him it is a wonderful thing. We must stand apart from the world. Vision Forum equips us with the resources and encouragement to do that. As … Continue reading
"Every single day last week, I received letters from people who were wanting to know more about the family integrated church movement. Many of them had attended a homeschooling convention in recent weeks and, like Momma Knows, had been subjected to a heapin’ helpin’ of FIC propaganda disguised as 'encouragement for homeschoolers.' " Karen Campbell (That Mom) European Tapestry (Taken … Continue reading
"I have never let my schooling interfere with my education. " Mark Twain The Louvre (Taken by Deb) We are navigating away from the Mahaney/Sovereign Grace Ministries debacle for the time being and beginning a series of posts on another hyper-authoritarian group that is wreaking havoc in some corners of Christendom. As Mahaney undergoes a time of reflection, we marvel … Continue reading
"D6 is more than a conference: it’s a biblical passage, a principle, a strategy, a way of life." (link) Taken by Deb Have you ever heard of a conference called D6? The conference planners must believe it is really AWESOME because they describe it as a WAY OF LIFE. It will take place next week in the Dallas metroplex. Perhaps … Continue reading
"THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD: A Sunday School teacher decided to have her young class memorize one of the most quoted passages in the Bible; Psalm 23. She gave the youngsters a month to learn the chapter. Little Rick was excited about the task — but, he just couldn't remember the Psalm. After much practice, he could barely get past … Continue reading
Have you noticed an interesting phenomenon in God’s wonderful creation? Birds of a feather flock together… That certainly seems to be true of Homo sapiens as well, especially when it comes to those who hold to a Young Earth position. Ken Ham, the YE crowd’s icon, has developed quite a following, as evidenced by the attendance numbers at his … Continue reading
A review of the rise of patriarchy thinking in the SBC
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