May 2006

Moore Thoughts on Pop Culture

May 16, 2006

Russ Moore writes on the Christian’s interaction with pop-culture in the newest issue of Southern Seminary’s magazine, The Tie. In the article, Pop Christianity and Pop Culture on Mars Hill, Moore argues that the church needs to do more thinking in the area of cultural engagement. I agree with him, and think Dr. Mohler made [...]

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Missional Manhood

May 15, 2006

This past weekend I spent two days in an old cabin with some of the men from Grace. We were there to develop a tighter bond together and discuss the nature, value and necessity of genuine male friendships that go beyond entertainment, the weather and Sunday mornings. Friday night Ed introduced the topic and led [...]

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Pick Out Two

May 10, 2006

During the last U.S. presidential election someone was asked who they were going to vote for. He said, “It’s like Moe asking you to pick out two fingers. It doesn’t matter which two you pick, you’re still going to get poked in the eyes.” I am afraid that this is how I may wind up [...]

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What I Like

May 9, 2006

If you read this blog you know the issues that concern me about our Convention. But I do like the SBC, and thought I would explain why. I like that at the center of our cooperative efforts is the autonomy of the local church. The resources for cooperation and support through state and local conventions [...]

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Grace Notes

May 8, 2006

A girl at our worship gathering yesterday said I looked like an “indie rocker.” She’s 16, and into the independent stuff, so she would know. I believe she meant it as a compliment. I guess a clean shaved head, 3 days growth on the face, a brown sport coat, white button up, jeans, brown leather [...]

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The Next SBC Prez?

May 8, 2006

Ronnie Floyd has been nominated as a candidate for SBC Prez. Is it a requirement that those who serve as President have first names that end in a vowel sound? Bobby? Johnny? Ronnie? Anyway, go to Floyd’s site here, and click on “Become a Winner.”

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DeVine Illumination

May 5, 2006

Mark DeVine, associate professor of Christian Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, recently paid WoG a gracious visit, and because of that I was introduced to his new book, “Bonhoeffer Speaks Today: Following Jesus at All Costs.” I received a copy of Ed Stetzer’s new book this week, so my attention is there at the [...]

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