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Membership must mean something … but what? …

I shared a brief conversation with Micah this morning. He said something like the following (sorry Micah for not recalling it exactly), “If I am going to be a member, I want it to mean something. I think the way it is practiced in Baptist churches makes membership meaningless. … Continue reading

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Davis points out the need for more “Men for All Seasons” …

Rick offers a great post. Here is a clip I found pertinent to any nuumber of current affairs.

“Thomas,” he said, unfurling a huge parchment with scores of names on it, “look at the signatures of all your friends who have signed in favor of the annulment. Can

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Living Into My New Reputation … Ed post #1

Denominational employment creates certain discomfort. Many think some move from the pastorate or staff of a local church to denominational posts to flee the “glass house.” Several friends have had or do serve denominational entities or institutions. Two of those men no longer do; a third does so with … Continue reading

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Setting DaVinci Wright …

Johnny and I shared a conversation this morning as we were preparing for The Lord’s Supper, Communion. He expressed one of my sentiments regarding the variety of opinions about the Da Vinci Code. He remarked, “If the movie gets people to consider who Jesus really is, we should not … Continue reading

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Response to J.D. Greear … UPDATE

J.D. left a comment on my post, “My apology … Count me in … Memphis on my mind …”. I left a reply offering an e-mail dialogue. I attempted to call J.D. yesterday but he was unavailable. I do not believe J.D. is avoiding me or the issue. … Continue reading

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