Most of us learn over time that it’s possible to be proud of your family without necessarily being proud of everything every family member does. That’s one way to describe how I feel about my Southern Baptist family as I reflect on the 2023 Southern Baptist Convention I just attended. Almost 13,000 messengers from all […]
Nate Adams
SBC: Striking a healthy balance
A pastor once told me that he didn’t feel he should serve on one of our statewide committees because he wasn’t in complete agreement with the SBC’s Baptist Faith and Message statement. He cited Article VII on “Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.” He said he felt it described what is commonly referred to as “closed […]
‘Let’s go!’ NAMB’s Serve Tour coming to Chicago
“Let’s go somewhere!” The request from our two-year-old granddaughter surprised me, because at the time we were sitting comfortably on the living room floor, surrounded by her many toys, books, and other amusements. She had our full attention in her playtime. Many of her favorite foods and snacks were nearby. We hadn’t even turned on […]
Good new days
We all have “good old days” in our lives. They may be the days when we felt most successful or appreciated, or when things were done the way we agreed with or liked, or when those we respected were in charge. Most of us have good old days in our churches too. Days when our […]
Year-round gifts
Though Illinois winters can be cold and grey, bright spots we should remember as the new year gets underway are the Christmas gifts that we can now enjoy! For example, I received several pairs of funny or unusual socks this year. Each time I pull on a new pair I smile and think about how […]
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