“I was baptized when I was very young and I’m not sure I really understood what I was doing at the time. What should I do?” Most preachers have heard this question many times and have probably offered this typical response, “If you have any doubts, why not be baptized again and remove all the [...]
Archive of posts filed under the Doctrinal category.
Wolves In Sheep’s Clothing
I recently received an invitation to an area-wide youth rally that was scheduled to be held here in Glasgow, Kentucky. As I looked at the flier, I had some serious concerns about the individuals who had been invited to lead in this event. Due to my concerns, I turned to the Internet and literally, in [...]
Gender Equality?
I recently read an article in the “Abilene Reporter-News” and the title was, “Women in the church: moving toward equality.” That title intrigued me because I found it hard to imagine a church that was just “moving” toward gender equality. You see, I was under the assumption that everyone was familiar with and believed the [...]
Earthquakes, Tsunamis, & Snow Slides
A rather comical experience happened the other day that, upon reflection helps to illustrate a rather profound truth that some do not seem to comprehend. First allow me to share my experience, then I’ll make the application. Last Sunday following morning worship, my family and I went to a local restaurant for lunch. We sat [...]
2012: End of the World?
This past weekend, Sony released Roland Emmerich’s thriller about a global cataclysm that is scheduled to take place in 2012. With the release of this movie (which I have not seen, nor will see due to the language) we will be hearing more and more about speculations of 2012 being the end of the world. [...]
Jimmy Carter Leaves Southern Baptists
You have probably heard that former President of the United States, Jimmy Carter has recently severed his 60-year ties to the South Baptist Convention. The reason for his action is that he is accusing the Baptist denomination of subjugating women and attempting to justify it with “a few carefully selected Bible verses.” Former President Carter [...]
