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I can make many good points as to why "traditional hymns" sung in a "traditional style" are superior to contemporary music.  I can tell you many "flaws and failures" associated with contemporary worship styles as well. I can also make good points as to why "contemporary worship songs" sung in a...

My new favorite message from a church member: "I'm doing my best to give up worldly entertainment, but I am going to finish Game of Thrones!" ;D ;D ;D ;D

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I think I am about the only Baptist Preacher who doesn't believe that Lucifer in the book of Isaiah (nor the Prince of Tyre in Ezekiel) refer to the Devil.  I have a problem teaching that he was "once good, but turned bad" when Jesus said he was a "murderer from the beginning." (John 8:44)

I believe the book of Genesis is inspired by God and 100% true. However, that doesn't mean I believe it to always be "literal." I don't believe the earth is 6000 years old and I don't believe the "days" of creation are 24 hour days.  Scientific evidence totally contradicts this.  Today's...

The abortion debate is the most polarizing disagreement in modern America.  You either have to be 100% for it or 100% against it....there is no middle ground. I have tried to develop a working compromise, but I always fall intellectually (and morally) short. Is there a compromise to be found...

My wife sent me a  picture that popped up on Facebook yesterday of Ms. Cindy Schaap wearing jeans while taking a picture with her daughter and 2 other girls in high shorts. I believe this will ring in the final death of the "No Pants on Women" standard.  Despite everything, Ms. Cindy was and...

Official Statement Regarding Team Peru Official Statement from FBMI It grieves us to announce that the leader of Team Peru has disqualified himself from serving as team leader and as an FBMI missionary. We have asked Missionary Zach Foust to assume the responsibilities of team leader for this...

The standard definition of "Hard Preaching" is aggressively condemning as much "sin" as possible.  Preaching against booze, britches, Southern Baptists, and other brethren make you a "hard preacher" and tougher than those other guys.  Let me tell you what is truly "Hard Preaching." - Learning...

I was recently in a Facebook "discussion" with a fellow preacher on the sinfulness of alcohol.  I agreed that the Bible is very critical of drinking and has multiple warnings of its dangers.  I could not agree that there is a clear, universal condemnation of any and all alcohol consumption in...

Well, my son is about to turn 13.  Time to change my standards about dress and dating :) Everything I told you about raising your teenagers no longer apply!

We had projectors installed in the church this week.  My sermon points were posted on the wall while I preached.  We put the songs on the wall as well (just the title and page number.)  I even controlled the sound system with my smartphone!  Please forgive me and let me know my penance :(

The Civil War was fought over "succession." The South succeeded over slavery. Southerners did not fight for the rights of wealthy plantation magnates to own slaves nor did Northerners die to free them.  The North invaded to end the Southern rebellion against the Union.  The South fought to...

Who needs to trust in God when an internet "beg-a-thon" will do the trick ;D I count 4 IFB's currently seeking online donations for: -Medical Treatment -Motorhome Repair -Adoption -Church Refurbishment All are "Full Time" preachers.

Does anyone think we spend way too much money on things that don't truly have eternal merit. The recent thread on Church Planting had me thinking.... How much money is spent: Raising support for so the pastor doesn't have to work Building costs Pastor's Full Time Salary Promotions Ect...

We have heard many people bring up Jeroboam and Rehoboam recently.  They make it a tale of the old men and new men.  I see a very different parallel.... In the Biblical narrative, Rehoboam is the son of Solomon and heir to the throne.  During Solomon's reign, he over extended the people in both...

Since we are having such a good time BBQ'ing the "Sacred Cow" of Tithing, let's talk about another "settled" doctrine that many people (including myself) disagree with. Is Satan (the Devil) the Lucifer spoken about in Isaiah? I say no.....what say you?

The Curtis Hutson/Jack Hyles admission of guilt letter is making the rounds again online.  This letter is reportedly written by Curtis Hutson and sent to a pastor friend who had asked him questions concerning the "Hyles Scandal."  In the letter, Curtis Hutson states that Dr. Hyles has been...

"I liked Casting Crowns before they were mainstream" "We only use organic juice and bread at our Lord's Supper" "Let me look that verse up on my iPhone.  I have an app" "I like to quote Jon Piper...you've probably never heard of him" "That belief is so 1950's" "Me moved our church to a...

Can someone please explain SouthPoint and LifePoint Baptist Churches.  They appear to be run by FBC staff but also appear to be local churches.  Southpoint has no Sunday Night service (Saturday instead) but meets for Sunday School and Sunday Morning preaching.  LifePoint meets on Saturday...