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Like many people, I was appalled the first time I heard the story of how Thomas Jefferson, one of our nation’s founding fathers, personally edited the Bible. He took a pair of scissors and cut up his copy of Scripture, removing the parts that

Missouri Voices

Next trip to the fridge, think on this

August 18, 2014

author: Vicki Brown

It mattered to God that the Hebrew people, wandering in the wilderness, were famished. He gave them manna. It mattered to Jesus that 5,000 people were hungry, and so he fed them with five loaves and two fish. It matters to God and to

Editorials

Care for the church staff

August 14, 2014

author: brandon

Urging churches to provide adequate financial care for their pastors, other ministers and staff members during less-than-stellar financial times might seem a stretch. After all, gifts to many churches are down even as members struggle with unemployment and, in other cases, less

Word & Way

Stop the tragedy of Israel, Gaza

July 30, 2014

author: Administrator

Israel and Gaza have the responsibility to do what may seem incomprehensible and take the first steps to address barriers to respect.

Editorials

Understanding and valuing others

July 16, 2014

author: Administrator

When people view others as fellow human beings and seek to understand them, stereotypes are broken down.

Word & Way

Midwest flavor for CBF General Assembly

July 2, 2014

author: Administrator

Several Midwesterners have helped shape changes in the national Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. Attendees at the 2014 CBF General Assembly saw and felt a good bit of enthusiasm as the organization moves forward with more of its structure in place for ongoing work.

Word & Way

Something for everyone at SBC

June 18, 2014

author: Administrator

Evangelism, heritage, discussion and a little bit of debate are constants when Southern Baptists get together each June for their meeting.

Editorials

Like Christ, accept and value all

June 5, 2014

author: Administrator

It is encouraging to see churches helping members become better educated about mental disorders and working to defuse the stigma of mental illness. Dealing with this issue requires high levels of sensitivity and respect. In today's world, mental illness is not a

Missouri Voices

The commandment (most) Baptists break

May 22, 2014

author: Vicki Brown

The brilliant composer and musician Mozart once said, “I can tell a good musician by the way he plays the rests.” What an amazing insight. Mozart knew that the rests are what give the composition structure. The rests give us the space to enjoy the

Word & Way

Sensitivity to mental illness

May 21, 2014

author: Administrator

Many people with mental illnesses don’t exactly know how to relate to others or whom to trust, but everyone needs friends and people who care for them. Such a friendship can be like any other and includes sharing of personal information by both parties and,

152. Ross Kane on the Good News of Church Politics

Ross Kane, a professor of theology, ethics, and culture at Virginia Theological Seminary, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his new book The Good News of Church Politics. He also discusses local engagement, the biblical word for the church, and the importance of repentance and forgiveness. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning…
151. Andrew Garnett on Christians and the Roman Army

Andrew Garnett, pastor Hampton Baptist Church in Virginia, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his book Christians and the Roman Army: Lessons for Today. He also discusses the impact of the rise of Constantine, differences between leaders and congregants, and Fourth of July services. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A…
150. Caleb Campbell on Disarming Leviathan

Caleb Campbell, pastor at Desert Springs Bible Church in Phoenix, talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about his forthcoming book Disarming Leviathan: Loving Your Christian Nationalist Neighbor. He also discusses Turning Point USA, syncretism, and missionary strategies. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of…
149. Shirley Mullen on Claiming the Courageous Middle

Shirley Mullen, retired president of Houghton College (now University), talks with Word&Way President Brian Kaylor about her new book Claiming the Courageous Middle: Daring to Live and Work Together for a More Hopeful Future. She also discusses liberal arts education, listening to others, and embracing middle spaces. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning…

Let’s put away our scissors!

Next trip to the fridge, think on this

Care for the church staff

Stop the tragedy of Israel, Gaza

Understanding and valuing others

Midwest flavor for CBF General Assembly

Something for everyone at SBC

Like Christ, accept and value all

The commandment (most) Baptists break

Sensitivity to mental illness

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