SBC This Week

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode192.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #192 This week in the SBC brought a deluge of difficult news on many fronts. News Recap: Fire burns older part of First Baptist Bossier City http://bit.ly/2rzbGxV Seminary releases ‘honest lament’ on slavery, racism http://bit.ly/2rzKnDx Former Houston’s First minister admits embezzlement http://bit.ly/2ryDEK2 Jess Moody, pastor with education & movie sway, dies http://bit.ly/2rCA8P6 Female youth worker at Baptist church accused of statutory rape http://bit.ly/2rz0GRj Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Representatives meet with Martin Luther King, Sr. http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/2312,13-Dec-1966.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Fundamental Baptist church pastors cover up sex abuse, rape http://bit.ly/2rA2l8Y Jonathan: Hard times at Harvest http://bit.ly/2rB2JnJ

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode191.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #191 Puerto Rico has a new executive director, and there was a nice bounce in CP giving in November. News Recap: Felix Cabrera new Puerto Rico executive director http://bit.ly/2G3Souy Advancement council deploys data in diversity strategy http://bit.ly/2G65gjS Nat’l CP 2.47% under YTD budget projection http://bit.ly/2G1yfFK Bush 41 remembered as ‘at home’ with So. Baptists http://bit.ly/2G65h7q W.C. Fields, SBC public relations pioneer, dies at 96 http://bit.ly/2Ggt2Kn W.C. Fields, advocate for a free Baptist press, dead at 96 http://bit.ly/2G1yEbe Charles Sullivan, former Indiana exec, dies at 88 http://bit.ly/2G65kjC BGAV ‘Living the Story’ at 195th annual meeting http://bit.ly/2GgtEQb Ohio Baptists add a day for family Bible conference http://bit.ly/2GgtOaf Ariz. So. Baptists climb toward 50/50 CP split http://bit.ly/2GcVtsC NW Baptists debate CP, increase local ministry funds http://bit.ly/2G75Ttx MBTS’ Spurgeon College to offer communications degree http://bit.ly/2G5XuXv Women’s support coordinator appointed at SBTS http://bit.ly/2G4Uv1d Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Dan Quayle Invited to Speak at SBC Annual Meeting http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7356,09-Dec-1991.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Behold the Lamb of God Live Stream Jonathan: City Church Advent Devotional

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode190.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #190 Bryant Wright announced the beginning of a succession plan at Johnson Ferry Baptist Press this past week, and we recap more state meetings. News Recap: Bryant Wright says ‘it’s time’ to find a successor http://bit.ly/2FMQlLr Rainer to teach at Southeastern part-time http://bit.ly/2FNxkbN NASA astronaut speaks at Southern http://bit.ly/2FNxkbN Louisiana search committee accepting nominations http://bit.ly/2FMQrmh Puerto Rico Baptists expanding Kingdom post-Maria http://bit.ly/2FOcOYv Miss. Baptists allocate CP gifts, elect officers http://bit.ly/2FNthvS Hawaii Baptists get missions training, tweak budget http://bit.ly/2FN03xu Minn.-Wis. Baptists continue CP climb http://bit.ly/2FQzszu Neighbors, nations not alone, SBC Va. proclaims http://bit.ly/2FN0kAw Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Genesis Commentary Disappears from LifeWay Library http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3699,30-Nov-1973.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: The Littlest Watchman: Watching and Waiting for the Very First Christmas Jonathan: Norton Hall Band Image courtesy of SBTS

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode189.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #189 On this special holiday week, we recap several state convention meetings that took place in November and congratulate SBTS president Dr. Albert Mohler on his election as ETS VP. News Recap: ETS meeting includes 190 Southern Baptist presenters – http://bit.ly/2Rc7WxL Dilbeck installed as Okla. Baptist state exec. – http://bit.ly/2R7DGnA Southern Baptists of Texas celebrate 20th anniversary – http://bit.ly/2R5FvkT La. Baptists hear call to reach the next generation – http://bit.ly/2R5UVFO Ala. reaches longtime 50/50 CP goal – http://bit.ly/2R7oEOC Leaders highlight faithfulness at Fla. convention – http://bit.ly/2R3NLli Ga. Baptists urged to reach ‘Generation Yet’ – http://bit.ly/2R75rN3 S.C. Baptists build Gospel bridges spanning barriers – http://bit.ly/2R3O4ws Maryland/Delaware Baptist meeting: ‘United in Prayer’ – http://bit.ly/2R7w0Bw ‘WinTN’ messages undergird Tennessee annual meeting – http://bit.ly/2R3OhzK History visits annual meeting of Ill. Baptists – http://bit.ly/2R75uIJ Iowa Baptists cast vision for ‘Reaching Iowa ‘– http://bit.ly/2R8u8c2 Mich. Baptists authorize building sale, affirm women – http://bit.ly/2R3bTEJ Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History 1918 Tennessee Baptist Annual Meeting Recap http://media2.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/tbarchive/1918/TB_1918_11_21.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Eliza Hamilton Jonathan: Happy Birthday Wiley Drake Image via Baptist Press

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode188.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #188 Paul Chitwood was unanimously elected as IMB president this week, and David Hankins announced his retirement from the Louisiana Baptist Convention. News Recap: Paul Chitwood elected unanimously as IMB president — http://bit.ly/2qQsccG Woods, Donnell to serve as co-interim executive directors of KBC — http://bit.ly/2qQsb8C Chitwood gives farewell address to Ky. Baptists — http://bit.ly/2qLRj04 Kentucky Baptist Convention formally excludes churches dually aligned with CBF – http://bit.ly/2qRvI6h Mo. Baptist resolution: Denounce Dred Scott decision — http://bit.ly/2qNswJ1 N.M. Baptists partner with Union, Ramsey — http://bit.ly/2qWI4uh ‘Jesus is worth it,’ Greear tells W.Va. Baptists — http://bit.ly/2qNsAZh Pa./S. Jersey increases CP, eyes future — http://bit.ly/2qWIwIZ N.C. Baptists challenged to love, reach neighbors — http://bit.ly/2qNBfep New England conv. sees church planting as the future — http://bit.ly/2qNBhmx Hankins announces retirement plans — http://bit.ly/2qNB9Dx 2019 SBC Annual Meeting theme announced by Greear — http://bit.ly/2qOaXsg Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Kentucky Baptists Debate Dancing http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/2684,15-Nov-1968.PDF Resources of the Week: Amy: @SBC_Professors Jonathan: Evangelicals for Life Image courtesy of Baptist Press

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode187.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #187 As we reported earlier this week, the Kentucky Baptist Executive Director Dr. Paul Chitwood has been recommended as the next president of the International Mission Board. News Recap: IMB taps Paul Chitwood as presidential candidate — http://bit.ly/2qA1Ues National CP 10.59% under 1st month projection — http://bit.ly/2qDZrj4 Wyoming Baptists meet their new state missionary — http://bit.ly/2qCLz91 Ark. Baptists unanimous in opposing more casinos — http://bit.ly/2qEkLVO NOBTS presidential search comm. meets, selects chair — http://bit.ly/2qDn9fC NOBTS & Louisiana College sign memo of understanding — http://bit.ly/2qCeytm Southeastern announces two additions to faculty for Spring 2019 — http://bit.ly/2OxjMQB Southeastern remembers first African-American professor, Logan Carson — http://bit.ly/2OyGaJu Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History HMB President Sent a 16.5 lb. turnip from Miss Alaska http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3883,08-Nov-1974.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: 4 Hoarsemen Podcast Jonathan: Great Games That Teach

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode186.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #186 We report on a few state convention meetings out west and introduce you to the new state exec in Wyoming. News Recap: Colo. Baptists hear new vision, increase — http://bit.ly/2QeGcb0 Utah-Idaho conv. prays, aims to strengthen churches — http://bit.ly/2QauwWY Wyoming Baptists elect new leader Quin Williams — http://bit.ly/2QaTxBf ‘Love One Another’ 2019 Nat’l Day of Prayer theme – http://bit.ly/2Qg0jFS Mike Stone will not seek a second term as GBC president – http://bit.ly/2QeYpFB KBC, Cumberlands take steps to end covenant agreement — http://bit.ly/2Q9oRAi McKissic’s 2006 sermon now online at SWBTS — http://bit.ly/2QfZPj2 Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History SBC President Sympathizes with Jewish Community after Synagogue Bombingshttp://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/770,30-Oct-1958.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: On Reading Well Jonathan: Worship Essentials Image courtesy of Baptist Press

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode185.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #185 The roster for the 2019 SBC Pastors’ Conference was announced this week, and we continue our recap of state conventions. News Recap: SBC 2019 Pastors’ Conf. names speakers, theme — http://bit.ly/2JfqnOC 2019 SBC lodging concerns prompt Exec. Comm. response — http://bit.ly/2Jgoz8f Greear, LifeWay launch ‘Ask Me Anything’ podcast — http://bit.ly/2JjvrS0 CP gifts show ‘uptick’ among Calif. churches — http://bit.ly/2JhzP3X Nevada Baptists highlight 40-yr. legacy of God’s work — http://bit.ly/2JirAVF Evangelize 91 counties, Kan.-Neb. Baptists urged — http://bit.ly/2JhEFyu Indiana Baptists celebrate their 60th anniversary — http://bit.ly/2JfQQLW Harrison withdraws BSC presidential bid; Barrett to nominate Scoggins — http://bit.ly/2JhERxI Museum of Bible outs fake Dead Sea Scrolls pieces — http://bit.ly/2JhEXFA Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Payne Stewart Dies in Plane Crash http://www.bpnews.net/14837/pro-golfer-payne-stewart-42-was-first-baptist-member-new-believer https://www.amazon.com/Payne-Stewart-Authorized-Ken-Abraham/dp/0805424792 Resources of the Week Amy: Time Traveler Jonathan: The Austin Stone Institute

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode184.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #184 At their fall trustee meeting this week, the SWBTS board of trustees affirmed the decision in May by the executive committee of the board to fire longtime president Paige Patterson. News Recap: SWBTS: Trustees move forward, uphold Patterson firing — http://bit.ly/2AisXRa Seminary ‘pressing on’ with ‘refreshed orientation’ — http://bit.ly/2Ait6Ec MBTS: Seminary dedicates Mathena Student Center — http://bit.ly/2AirgmO SEBTS: Seminary adds student ministry partnership — http://bit.ly/2AiKpoz Texas: Pressler sexual abuse claims dismissed — http://bit.ly/2AiriLs State Convention Meetings: Dakota celebrates Cooperative Program giving — http://bit.ly/2Ajjp8v Montana engages in its first Crossover outreach — http://bit.ly/2AiQl0R Music: No single artist dominated 2018 Dove Awards — http://bit.ly/2Aj3d7f Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Get well message received by King George http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/368,18-Oct-1951.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Many Beautiful Things Jonathan: The Saints of Zion

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode183.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #183 A staggering $158.9 million was given for the 2017-18 Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, and we discuss why this could be considered a new all-time high. Also, the search team charged with finding the next president at NOBTS was named this week. News Recap: 2017-18 Lottie Moon offering nears $159 million — http://bit.ly/2IQyQYh Michael hits Fla.: DR preps against ‘compassion fatigue’ — http://bit.ly/2IPEiee The Summit devotes staff ‘fun day’ to DR — http://bit.ly/2IPEsSS Pastors weigh in on Trump’s job performance — http://bit.ly/2IRW8x8 Gateway sees 8.2% growth, remembers key vote — http://bit.ly/2IRWnZ4 NOBTS names Kelley chancellor — http://bit.ly/2IR5NE6 NOBTS trustee chairman appoints search committee — http://bit.ly/2IRNGOe LifeWay search committee now accepting nominations — http://bit.ly/2IPY897 SBC goes ‘before God in fasting’ for entities — http://bit.ly/2IRNRZU Chinese Baptists enrich next-gen ministry — http://bit.ly/2IRX18W NAMB, Ala. Baptists plan for Crossover in Birmingham — http://bit.ly/2IRXQib Allan Blume to retire from N.C. Biblical Recorder — http://bit.ly/2IOMET9 Bob Terry honored for 50 yrs. in Baptist papers – http://bit.ly/2IRzi8U Evangelist Ron Herrod, former SBC 1st VP, dies – http://bit.ly/2IRzi8U Rudy Fagan, 20-year SBC stewardship leader, dies — http://bit.ly/2IPleMZ Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History United Nations Observer Reports Back http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1359,10-Oct-1959.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Susie: The Life and Legacy of Susannah Spurgeon, wife of Charles H. Spurgeon Jonathan: Mohler XXV

https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode182.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #182 William and Heidi Haun, IMB missionaries in Africa, join Amy to talk about their work, the challenges they face, and how God is moving in West Africa. Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu.

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode181.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS — Spotify Episode #181 NAMB announced a record Annie Armstrong Easter Offering this week and confirmed two new VPs at their trustee meeting. Also, Chuck Kelley announced his retirement from New Orleans and we got our final CP update of the 17-18 fiscal year. News Recap: NAMB: Annie Armstrong Easter Offering tops $61 million — http://bit.ly/2ybXxd5 NOBTS: President Chuck Kelley announces retirement — http://bit.ly/2yb4b3b SBC: Greear’s call to pray for SBC entities embraced — http://bit.ly/2ybXy0D National CP ends fiscal year 2.63% over goal — http://bit.ly/2ygYyQP Alaska: Baptists embrace ‘Vision Plan for a New Tomorrow’ — http://bit.ly/2ydjxUM New York: Baptists launch 50th year, increase CP — http://bit.ly/2yd4ACi IMB: Sebastian Traeger to leave VP post — http://bit.ly/2yeyCFJ Penn/Jersey: Shannon Baker to lead communications — http://bit.ly/2yeyCFJ North Carolina: Paige Patterson to co-teach ethics course — http://bit.ly/2ydiXGt SBC: 2019 online hotel registration opens Oct. 12 — http://bit.ly/2ycCAic Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Truman Sends Telegram to Southern Baptists http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/300,02-Oct-1950.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Trinitarian Theology: Theological Models and Doctrinal Application Jonathan: Global Hunger Relief

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode180.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #180 Clyde Meador was officially installed as interim president of the IMB this week, our our latest crop of missionaries were commissioned in Richmond and sent to the ends of the earth. News Recap: IMB: Trustees appoint 66 missionaries, approve interim president — http://bit.ly/2R1Jakd SWBTS: Blaising to step down as executive vice president, provost — http://bit.ly/2QZdvjj SBC: NAMB, Revitalize Network add focus outside the South — http://bit.ly/2R5H0A3 Missouri: Boy’s ‘miraculous’ survival prompts Gospel witness — http://bit.ly/2R4rap6 Georgia: FBC Woodstock looks to Morton as Hunt’s successor — http://bit.ly/2R5oNm8 Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History United Nations Okays Convention Observers http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1105,25-Sep-1960.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Everyday Hospitality Jonathan: Jules Woodson editorial

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode179.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #179 The Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention met this week and heard from entity heads as well J.D. Greear. In other convention news, the IMB has released David Platt from his commitment as president effective September 27. News Recap: SBCEC: Greear tightens SBC Birmingham schedule — http://bit.ly/2QKs6yS Sex abuse prevention, pres. search, DR — http://bit.ly/2QNPBXW ‘Gospel above all’ motivates Greear agenda — http://bit.ly/2QNPCLu Exec. Comm. members’ questions aired in open forum — http://bit.ly/2QPEqOa SBC Executive Committee meeting — http://bit.ly/2QMOCqT LifeWay Research: #MeToo, church awareness focus of study — http://bit.ly/2QOghI7 LifeWay: Shot fired outside office building shatters window — https://tnne.ws/2QMSUys IMB: Platt to step down from IMB; Meador named as interim — http://bit.ly/2QLyq9c Hurricane Florence: Trump ‘just settled in’ at N.C. SBDR site — http://bit.ly/2QOqzYO Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Southern Baptists and the Supreme Court http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/6450,22-Sep-1987.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: By Faith Podcast Jonathan: For the Church Conference at Midwestern

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode178.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #178 Hurricane Florence is making landfall in the Carolinas and Send Relief is at the ready. Also, Thomas Hammond was officially elected as the next state executive director of the Georgia Baptist Mission Board this week. News Recap: Hurricane Florence: Baptist DR readying for Hurricane Florence onslaught — http://bit.ly/2QqHGzz 4 trucks with DR equipment head to Carolinas & Va. — http://bit.ly/2QsJOqk Georgia: Hammond unanimously voted exec. director — http://bit.ly/2QsJRT2 SBC: Thom Rainer launches Revitalize Network — http://bit.ly/2Qt4nTJ SWBTS: Seminary to host prayer, town halls amid pres. search — http://bit.ly/2QtflIH Florida: Gospel harvest plentiful at colleges, leader says — http://bit.ly/2QsvBd6 Interview with Jeff Dodge Interview with Brian Frye Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Southern Baptist disaster units head for North Carolina in wake of Hurricane Fran http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/09-SEP-1996.PDF Resource of the Week SendRelief.org/donate

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode177.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #177 Jim Law, the new executive director for evangelism and pastoral leadership at NAMB, joins us to discuss his new role on this week’s show. News Recap: SBC: National Cooperative Program giving 2.59% ahead of projection — http://bit.ly/2Qcivk4 ERLC: Ethics commission awards Mohler, elevates Graham — http://bit.ly/2QcRBZe Wyoming: State executive director Lynn Nikkel to retire — http://bit.ly/2Qc0BxZ Kentucky: University of the Cumberlands to lower tuition by 57% — http://bit.ly/2Qasc2p Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Grand Ole Opry announcer is the narrator of the new filmstrip http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/242,07-Sep-1949.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Moments ’til Midnight by Brent Crowe Jonathan: TAB New

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode176.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #176 LifeWay President Thom S. Rainer announced his retirement this week creating the fourth concurrent presidential opening at an entity in the SBC. News Recap: LifeWay: Thom Rainer announces retirement — http://bit.ly/2NvRjej Trustees begin search for new president — http://bit.ly/2C2eWtK NAMB: Johnny Hunt to lead evangelism, leadership group — http://bit.ly/2NBELlE NOBTS: Kelley’s ‘Baptist blues’ sermon sought unity, not attack — http://bit.ly/2NxRLca Politics: Trump hosts evangelicals to celebrate faith, freedom — http://bit.ly/2C42PfX Trump treats evangelical supporters to ‘state dinner’ — http://bit.ly/2C4Eq9W Air Force: Baptist promoted to Deputy Chief of Chaplains — http://bit.ly/2NxS46O South Carolina: Church plant sues town for rental ban — http://bit.ly/2NxSEl0 SBC: Small church, bivocational group offers free education — http://bit.ly/2NvGQ2p BGCT: Family Gathering celebrates unity, diversity — http://bit.ly/2NwL7D2 Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Missionary Feats of Strength http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4255,30-Aug-1976.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Timothy-Barnabas Conferences Jonathan: 12 Milestone Resources From Thom Rainer’s Tenure at LifeWay

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode175.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #175 Southwestern Seminary took their next step forward this week as they named a presidential search team. Also, J.D. Greear met with more than a dozen state execs in Atlanta. News Recap: SWBTS Names Presidential Search Committee — http://bit.ly/2LrtqTD Greear to state execs: ‘How may I serve you?’ — http://bit.ly/2PA6rsw Southern Seminary adds diverse group of new faculty members — http://bit.ly/2Lrti6B Southeastern installs 10th faculty chair in honor of Charles Page — http://bit.ly/2LrtEKt GuideStone launches new era at Pinnacle Tower — http://bit.ly/2PAbR6T Baptist Global Response launches ‘GoatFundMe’ campaign — http://bit.ly/2PAbUzB LifeWay offers Christian professionals shared office space — http://bit.ly/2PA8Jbi Vision team to help implement SBCAL recommendations — http://bit.ly/2PtSSLn Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History 20 Southern Baptist workers evacuating Jordan, Yemen http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7012,22-Aug-1990.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: The un-celebrity president Jonathan: The Dignity Revolution by Daniel Darling

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode174.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #174 In response to this summer’s Evangelism Task Force report, NAMB announced this week the creation of a new Evangelism and Leadership Group and named Jim Law as its executive director. News Recap: NAMB launches evangelism group, names executive director — http://bit.ly/2MVnbsL Catholic abuse report requires ‘bold steps’ — http://bit.ly/2MXafSW Saddleback celebrates 50,000th baptism — http://bit.ly/2MVF22H Southern Baptist Deaf mark 70th meeting — http://bit.ly/2MUUaNy Betty Dilday, wife of former SWBTS president, dies — http://bit.ly/2MSRIXW Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History D. Min. Study Begins at SBTS http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3041,18-Aug-1970.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Atticus Finch: The Biography Jonathan: 2018 SBC Annual

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode173.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #173 The BGCO announced this week that they had settled a case related to a sexual assault at Falls Creek and Thomas Hammond has been recommended as the next state exec. in Georgia. News Recap: Oklahoma: Falls Creek settles lawsuit — http://bit.ly/2AXxD19 SBC: National CP 3.06% ahead of projection — http://bit.ly/2AZ5Qxw Georgia: Thomas Hammond to be nominated as executive director — http://bit.ly/2AYW3HL Puerto Rico: New planters, resources energize ministry — http://bit.ly/2AZ6GdE LifeWay: Baptist Hymnal celebrates 10-year anniversary — http://bit.ly/2AXxF9h Selma Wilson announces retirement — http://bit.ly/2AXB2gz In Memoriam: John Bisagno, pastor & church innovator, dies at 84 — http://bit.ly/2AYVb5Q Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Baptist Leaders Meet With President Carter http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4899,09-Aug-1979.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Billy Graham Tributes Jonathan: Facts & Trends and LifeWay Pastors

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode172.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #172 WMU announced another round of personnel cuts this week, less than a year after when previous cuts were made and New Hope Publishers was sold off. Also, the chairman of the SBC Peace Committee, Charles Fuller, passed away this week. News Recap: WMU Announces Elimination of Positions — http://bit.ly/2AM5lqz Charles Fuller, SBC Peace Committee chair, dies — http://bit.ly/2ABVPGb Peace Committee chair Charles Fuller dead at 86 — http://bit.ly/2AINqB4 NAAF to ‘fill the gap’ in state convention church training — http://bit.ly/2AHBDCG Geiger leaving LifeWay, joining Calif. church staff — http://bit.ly/2AB0JmW Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Interview with Peace Committee Chairman Charles Fuller http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/5978,01-Aug-1985.PDF Resources of the Week Amy: Four books about books Jonathan: Prosperity Gospel research

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode171.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #171 SBC President J.D. Greear announced the formation of a new study group for sexual abuse. Also, IMB President David Platt issued an apology and called for an outside examination into the entities practices involved with reporting and documenting sexual abuse. News Recap: SBC: Greear announces sexual abuse study group — http://bit.ly/2OiR6vM IMB: Platt initiates sexual abuse investigations — http://bit.ly/2NJrxmD SBC faces #MeToo moment – now what? — http://bit.ly/2NO2GxU Abuse arrest turns #MeToo spotlight on SBC International Mission Board – http://bit.ly/2LTJizg LifeWay: Culture, discipleship grow event for 25 years — http://bit.ly/2LU1uIO Volunteers needed as Ridgecrest attendance climbs — http://bit.ly/2NKlluM Missouri: SBU selects Eric A. Turner as 25th president — http://bit.ly/2LQUIni Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History IMB Changes Primary Ministry Assignment http://www.bpnews.net/33406/trustees-imb-moves-on-gcr-recommendations-honors-rankin Resources of the Week: Amy: LifeWay Women’s Leadership Forum Jonathan: No Fail Meetings, Michael Hyatt

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode170.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #170 There was a recent data breach at IMB affecting hundreds of thousands of individuals. We also sit down with Hance Dilbeck, the new state exec in Oklahoma. News Recap: IMB: Agency toughens cyber security after data breach — http://bit.ly/2mwrvmk Data breach prompts ‘comprehensive response’ — http://bit.ly/2mto3Jh Agency, ex-missionary’s accuser differ over abuse response — http://bit.ly/2mw21FM Open Letter to SC Baptists: From SCBC Exec. Board Chair Tommy Kelly and SCBC Pres. Marshall Blalock — http://bit.ly/2msByc6 Seminaries: #MeToo is ‘wakeup call for the church’ — http://bit.ly/2mtRU4n Tennessee: O’Brien sets retirement as Carson-Newman president — http://bit.ly/2mrIgzc LifeWay: Sullivan Tower to be imploded — http://bit.ly/2mAAbbL SBC: Stateside pastors begin Virgin Island partnerships — http://bit.ly/2my67x3 Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Draper Elected President of Baptist Sunday School Board http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7181,19-Jul-1991.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Houses Divided: Evangelical Schisms and the Crisis of the Union in Missouri Jonathan: Tiny houses: Sanctuary for needy shows ‘God is good’

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode169.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #169 New allegations of sexual abuse by a Southern Baptist pastor came to light this week and another SBC leader was arrested for sexual assault. News Recap: South Carolina: Former Baptist leader charged with sexual assault – http://bit.ly/2uwxuv8 Texas: Former Travis Avenue Baptist Church youth minister allegedly sexually abused two teenage girls 37 years ago – http://bit.ly/2zDkz0i Tennessee: Chris Conlee, lead pastor of Highpoint Church, resigns – https://memne.ws/2milucR SCOTUS: Evangelical leaders embrace Kavanaugh nomination – http://bit.ly/2merQKz North Carolina: Current BSC officers bow out of upcoming elections – http://bit.ly/2uwpaeN SBC: Messengers ‘getting younger,’ Dallas report shows – http://bit.ly/2mgADve Haiti: Mission teams stuck but safe – http://bit.ly/2mdyuAB Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History First Applicant to SEBTS; Condemnation of Square Dancing http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/296,14-Jul-1950.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Seminary chairwoman: ‘God opens the door’ Jonathan: LifeWay in-store events

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode168.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #168 Scott Pruitt, a former Southern Baptist trustee, announced his resignation this week as the head of the EPA following a string of ethics missteps. News Recap: Politics: Scott Pruitt steps down as EPA head after ethics, management scandals — https://wapo.st/2uccVny SBC: Year-to-date nat’l CP 3.74% ahead of projection — http://bit.ly/2zmBvrA SWBTS: Donors call for investigation into trustee handling of seminary president’s firing — http://bit.ly/2u6T1KM Missionaries you should know: George Liele — http://bit.ly/2uaozzd Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Training Union Name Change Rejected http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/2806,03-Jul-1969.pdf http://media2.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/annuals/SBC_Annual_1969.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Jonathan: 12 Faithful Men

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode167.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #167 Amy’s in Canada, but that didn’t stop the news this week. Criswell College received a $5M anonymous gift for a new residence hall, and we talk with Dean Inserra and Willy Rice about Calvinism in the SBC. News Recap: Texas: Anonymous donor gives $5 million to Criswell College, largest gift in school’s history – http://bit.ly/2yVlgSp SCOTUS: Court ruling to help Christian teachers, supporters say – http://bit.ly/2yVlAk5 High court affirms pregnancy centers’ speech rights – http://bit.ly/2tXdIcb High court annuls ruling against florist – http://bit.ly/2ySoKEY Kennedy’s departure opens 2nd seat for Trump to fill – http://bit.ly/2tKv3EW Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. A Discussion on Calvinism in the SBC Dean Inserra – Pastor, City Church, Tallahassee, FL Willy Rice – Pastor, Calvary Baptist, Clearwater, FL This Week in SBC History Funeral Services Held for Judge William Wallace http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1062,30-Jun-1960.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Now That I’m Called by Kristen Padilla Jonathan: Living Fit by Ronnie Floyd

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode166.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #166 While much of the SBC is still recovering from SBC18, we have a few updates from Dallas as well as news from two trustee boards and an interview with Andrew Hebert. News Recap: IMB: Board Issues Statement on Child Abuse and Sexual Harassment — http://bit.ly/2yzwpYI Executive Committee: Search committee cautions against speculation — http://bit.ly/2txf4tY Global Hunger Relief: Runners raise $6,000 for hungry during SBC — http://bit.ly/2yzxeAM SBC Recap: Jen Wilkin at women’s leadership event: Be fearless — http://bit.ly/2ywbbLd Honor God in workplace, Women & Work panel exhorts — http://bit.ly/2tt19Vr Messianics voice concerns, finalize restructure — http://bit.ly/2ttJ89J CP panelists tackle race, state of SBC, Calvinism — http://bit.ly/2tpTkA0 Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. An Interview with Andrew Hebert Young Leader Advisory Group Report This Week in SBC History MBTS Trustees Vote to Start Seminary http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/871,19-Jun-1957.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Christian History Magazine Jonathan: Dave Miller GoFundMe

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode165.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #165 What a week we had in Dallas! As we recap the annual meeting, we can’t help but feel this was a watershed moment in the SBC. Annual Meeting Recap: True Discussions: Motion to amend the agenda Motion to defund ERLC Seminary reports and Q&A Motion to replace an ERLC trustee nominee Motion to vacate the SWBTS board True Decisions: VP Pence was approved on the schedule ERLC was not defunded An ERLC trustee nominee was replaced J.D. Greear was elected President of the SBC The trustees at SWBTS were affirmed True Directions: A new direction in leadership A new direction in diversity A new direction for women Other Highlights of the Week Task Force reports Evangelism Discipleship SBCAL Young Leaders Resolutions Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu.

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode164.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #164 As we gear up for SBC 18, the SBC ACP report is out for 2017. It shows growth in churches, attendance, and small groups, but a continued decline in baptisms. News Recap: SBC: Worship attendance rises, baptisms decline — http://bit.ly/2M9jpvM Patterson attorney claims ‘misrepresentation — http://bit.ly/2M9tJnl Nat’l Cooperative Program 3.59% ahead of projection — http://bit.ly/2Mat05A Indiana: Pastor Randall Forsythe to be 2nd VP nominee — http://bit.ly/2M9jBLw Legal: Cake baker’s 7-2 SCOTUS win affirms religious liberty — http://bit.ly/2M6YSYw MBTS & SBTS: Seminary profs Christian George & David Sills resign — http://bit.ly/2M9K5wb LifeWay: 2019 VBS takes kids ‘In the Wild’ — http://bit.ly/2sFuyMP Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Charles Stanley at FBC Dallas http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/5964,11-Jun-1985.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: SBC History Podcast Jonathan: @SBCmeeting & @SBCexplainer

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode163.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #163 We break down everything related to the 2018 SBC Annual Meeting in our big preview episode. Check all the links below to find out more. Schedule Pastors’ Conference – http://bit.ly/2Fj24Mn Annual Meeting – http://bit.ly/2FkOvvH Elections President: J.D. Greear – http://bit.ly/2sCLwdL President: Ken Hemphill – http://bit.ly/2sCKFtz 1VP: A.B. Vines – http://bit.ly/2HhxzqQ 1VP: Mike Gonzales – http://bit.ly/2vuEufH 2VP: Felix Cabrera – http://bit.ly/2uwD9Vf 2VP: Jerry Drace – http://bit.ly/2Gv0Gqq Recording Secretary: John Yeats – http://bit.ly/2FlpL6C Registration Secretary: Don Currence – http://bit.ly/2G9PteU Pastors’ Conference: Danny Wood – http://bit.ly/2HhXi2n Related Events CP Stage Panels & Exhibits – http://bit.ly/2LsXHCr Seminary Lunches – http://bit.ly/2sCvPmN LifeWay Breakfast – http://bit.ly/2sy2KZM 9Marks @ 9 – http://bit.ly/2sCweWl MBTS Lunch – http://bit.ly/2sDaeuI B21 Lunch – http://bit.ly/2sCweWl SEBTS Women’s Leadership Breakfast – http://bit.ly/2sy3Dl4 Women & Work Panel – http://bit.ly/2sDcmCr Pastors’ Wives Conference – http://bit.ly/2HhwoYy WMU Annual Meeting – http://bit.ly/2sC0T6c Minister Wives’ Luncheon – http://bit.ly/2HhwoYy Crossover & Harvest Crusade – http://bit.ly/2F2YV2P NAMB Lunch – http://bit.ly/2HkF8gM IMB Dinner – http://bit.ly/2sD5W6y GHR 5K – http://bit.ly/2sD9Axi Other Meetings ERLC Preconference – http://bit.ly/2sC195a SBCAL – http://bit.ly/2sDbUUL NAAF – http://bit.ly/2Hhxq6M COSBE – http://bit.ly/2HgiDJu Korean Fellowship – http://bit.ly/2HiJ2q5 Asian Fellowship – http://bit.ly/2HgNeXE Filipino Fellowship – http://bit.ly/2sD59m6 Hispanic Fellowship – http://bit.ly/2sHovGO Native American Fellowship – http://bit.ly/2HhxbIU Messianic Fellowship – http://bit.ly/2sE5Paz Miscellaneous Links Podcast Coffee – http://bit.ly/2JtWI71 ERLC Guide – http://bit.ly/2JrLBeM Resolutions Breakdown – http://bit.ly/2JvWFI1 SBC Annual Meeting on a Budget – http://bit.ly/2JnR8TA Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu.

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode162.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #162 Following a meeting of the executive committee of the board of trustees, Dr. Paige Patterson was terminated immediately this week and the provisions made during last week’s marathon meeting were stripped. News Recap: SWBTS: Paige Patterson terminated ‘effective immediately’ — http://bit.ly/2H9i44i Patterson firing met with strong reaction, cancellations — http://bit.ly/2sw6tH5 Abuse controversy prompts counseling group to move meeting from seminary campus — http://bit.ly/2stbFMb SBC: DOM title change among report’s recommendations — http://bit.ly/2sq8zbE Georgia: Scott Barkley tapped as Christian Index editor — http://bit.ly/2H8zJt4 Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Four Million People and Two Nuns Saved http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1748,29-May-1963.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Mere Hope by Jason Duesing Jonathan: 1for7.org Bonus Articles: Immanuel Baptist: We Were Rachael’s Church Willy Rice: Another SBC #MeToo Story

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode161.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #161 Dr. J.D. Greear, SBC presidential candidate, joins us to talk CP, missions, leadership transitions, diversity, and more. Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu.

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode160.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #160 Dr. Paige Patterson was removed from his role as President of SWBTS this week following a 13-hour trustee meeting and was given the title President Emeritus. News Recap: SWBTS: Patterson appointed pres. emeritus by SWBTS trustees — http://bit.ly/2LtvmMn Patterson move aims for ‘benefit’ of SWBTS — http://bit.ly/2LsXaQX DC: SBC ends relationship with convention — http://bit.ly/2LsiAOo Alabama: Mac Brunson elected pastor of Valleydale Church — http://bit.ly/2J4yaB6 SBC18: Prayer for Southern Baptist resolutions — http://bit.ly/2J39ARq SBC exhibits to feature dialogue & ministry — http://bit.ly/2LsXHCr Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. SBC This Week Special Commentary The Wrath of God Poured Out; The Humiliation of the Southern Baptist Convention http://bit.ly/2J77boU

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode159.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #159 Dr. Ken Hemphill, SBC presidential candidate, joins us to talk CP, missions, leadership transitions, diversity, and more. Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu.

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode158.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #158 Timothy George announced this week that he would be stepping down from his role as dean at Beeson Divinity School at the end of the 2018-19 school year. News Recap: Alabama: Timothy George to end 30-year run as Beeson dean — http://bit.ly/2wR272K SBC: Evangelist Jerry Drace to be 2VP nominee — http://bit.ly/2Gv0Gqq Gaines addresses Patterson, racial diversity, SBC — http://bit.ly/2wYdR3Q Louisiana pastor announces plans to nominate Hemphill — http://bit.ly/2wVjiQY SBC evangelism task force finalizes recommendations — http://bit.ly/2wRYLwD LifeWay: Free Bibles? LifeWay launches effort to spur evangelism — http://bit.ly/2wS3XAJ GuideStone: Provider set to launch lower-cost Secure Health plan — http://bit.ly/2wSlFUG Mississippi: Ohio State VP named as Mississippi College president — http://bit.ly/2GuItcD SBTS: Seminary to launch ‘Evening M.Div.’ — http://bit.ly/2Gv16x0 High court ruling permits sports betting in all states — http://bit.ly/2GsZBzx Joining the orchestra — http://bit.ly/2wTOKix Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Unconventionalities http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/286,16-May-1950.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: GHR 5K and Fun Run at SBC Jonathan: SBC Senders Reception

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode157.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #157 Dr. Paige Patterson issued a statement of apology this week, and the trustees of the seminary have called a special meeting on May 22 in Ft. Worth. News Recap: SWBTS Seminary President Apologizes Over Past Comments on Women — http://bit.ly/2G4LGzb Seminary announces special May 22 trustee meeting — http://bit.ly/2G3qQAp Kentucky: Board seeks break from CBF donor churches — http://bit.ly/2G7li7U SBC18 Currence to be re-nominated as SBC registration secretary — http://bit.ly/2G9PteU Credentials Committee for 2018 announced — http://bit.ly/2G7dovk Tellers named for 2018 SBC in Dallas — http://bit.ly/2G4LOyF Ethnic breakdown of Gaines’ appointments released — http://bit.ly/2G5V59C Casual attire, no ties on tap for Dallas heat — http://bit.ly/2G8FeqS Southeastern: Seminary announces four new faculty members — http://bit.ly/2G7lx2O North Carolina: Former pastor Mark Harris unseats GOP congressman — http://bit.ly/2G6R7Ob Florida: Baptists celebrate 1,100 baptisms — http://bit.ly/2G5VF7i Texas: Sutherland Springs groundbreaking starts with prayer — http://bit.ly/2G9OUBO LifeWay: Entity named one of America’s top employers for 2nd year — http://bit.ly/2G7pX9S Colleges: HPU president Dr. Bill Ellis retires, will become chancellor — http://bit.ly/2G4nwoE Judson seeking successor to David E. Potts — http://bit.ly/2G5KhZr Union names Van Neste & Baker as deans — http://bit.ly/2G5KhZr Dave Miller, 2017 Pastors’ Conference president, diagnosed with cancer — http://bit.ly/2G73nyd Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Southern Baptists ready for new era, Vines says http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/6795,12-May-1989.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: SBC Wives Survey Jonathan: ERLC Events at SBC 18

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode156.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #156 This week was a whirlwind in the SBC as Dr. Paige Patterson, president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, came under fire for comments made about women, abuse, and divorce. News Recap: SWBTS: SWBTS trustees, SBC entity presidents address abuse — http://bit.ly/2FHF2Pg SBC leader under fire for comments about divorce, abuse — http://bit.ly/2FGLkyO Paige Patterson controversy tests SBC’s ‘no criticism’ code, says former denominational worker — http://bit.ly/2FHVbEd SBC18: Committee on Nominations seeks more diversity — http://bit.ly/2FGhuKN SBC travel help available to small church pastors — http://bit.ly/2FInhPN SBCEC: Nat’l CP 4.45 percent ahead of projection — http://bit.ly/2FGuAHR Search committee now accepting nominations — http://bit.ly/2FHmRt1 Georgia: Executive director search underway — http://bit.ly/2FGSqmU South Carolina: Air Force chaplains chief to lead Charleston Southern — http://bit.ly/2FH2iwN Florida: Mac Brunson concludes 12-year FBC JAX pastorate — http://bit.ly/2FIlV7B Colorado: Conley Smith, key Gateway supporter in Denver, dies — http://bit.ly/2FGMbzw News: Local events, faith initiative mark 67th Day of Prayer — http://bit.ly/2FKmwWI New books on SBC relay practical, biblical insights — http://bit.ly/2FGCoJP Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Making of a Heretic http://equip.sbts.edu/publications/towers/towers-issue/2016/march-2016/making-a-heretic-crawford-toys-tragic-path-from-star-student-to-false-teacher http://baptisthistoryhomepage.com/toy.crawford.controversy.html Resources of the Week: Amy: Superheroes Can’t Save You Jonathan: Pray for Dave Miller

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode155.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #155 The Committee on Nominations announced selections for boards and committees this week. Also, Baptist Press provided Q&A interviews with both presidential candidates. News Recap: SBC: Executive Committee, boards, commission, seminaries, committee nominees announced – http://bit.ly/2FlhBer Q&A: Greear responds to Baptist editors’ questions – http://bit.ly/2FkCWET Hemphill responds to Baptist editors’ questions – http://bit.ly/2Fj1bn1 Steve Gaines reflects on SBC – http://bit.ly/2Fj1T3F SBC18: Yeats to be re-nominated as SBC recording secretary – http://bit.ly/2FlpL6C SBC Pastors’ Conference 2018 schedule – http://bit.ly/2Fj24Mn 2018 SBC annual meeting program released – http://bit.ly/2FkOvvH Tennessee: Van Neste appointed dean of Union University’s School of Theology and Missions – http://bit.ly/2Fjiowx Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History 10,888 Make Decisions During Japan Crusade http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1734,25-Apr-1963.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Islam & North America Jonathan: Will Southern Baptists Be Great Commission Baptists?

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode154.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #154 The Executive Committee of the SBC held a special meeting this week to elect a presidential search team. Six members were chosen and a seventh is expected to join the team in June. News Recap: Executive Committee: Search committee elects officers, requests prayer — http://bit.ly/2F1PMaV SBTS: African American businessman voted in as officer — http://bit.ly/2vtqgvH Gateway: Seminary to sell former Southern California site — http://bit.ly/2F0Xke9 NOBTS: Seminary announces multiethnic initiative — http://bit.ly/2F2d7cu SBTS: Boyce College announces summer academy for high school students — http://bit.ly/2vtJbGV SBC18: Crossover again to showcase Harvest America outreach — http://bit.ly/2F2YV2P SBTC staffer Mike Gonzales to be 1st VP nominee — http://bit.ly/2vuEufH Texas: Sutherland Springs expresses accountability to donors — http://bit.ly/2F118Mk Third Pressler accuser comes forward — http://bit.ly/2EZydIA Illinois: 350-plus baptized in ‘One GRAND Sunday’ — http://bit.ly/2vvIAUT Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History B&H Is Formed 25 Years Ago http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/7549,21-Apr-1993.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: SBC Video Series Jonathan: National Day of Prayer

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode153.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #153 Dr. Jason Duesing joins us for an extended interview about chairing the Committee on Resolutions for the 2018 SBC Annual Meeting. We talk about the history of SBC resolutions, their purpose, their structure, and how they are formed behind the scenes by the committee. Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu.

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode152.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #152 The Executive Committee named former SBC President Jimmy Draper as an ambassador this week. We also dive deeper into the procedure for next week’s SBC EC presidential search committee meeting. News Recap: SBC: Jimmy Draper named Executive Committee ambassador — http://bit.ly/2GXkOTf Gaines names Committee on Committees — http://bit.ly/2GXl6JP IMB: LMCO gifts 4.4% ahead of last spring’s receipts — http://bit.ly/2GV8hzr Presidential nominations accepted through May 15 — http://bit.ly/2GXQA2r SEBTS: Endowed post, female board chair named — http://bit.ly/2GVvLEx SWBTS: Scholarships added to aid African Americans – http://bit.ly/2GVvVvD MBTS: Köstenberger named to faculty, college renamed — http://bit.ly/2GVHgMn Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History 11-Year Old Completes CWT Course http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/12-APR-1996.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: William Howard Taft by Jeffrey Rosen Jonathan: Leading Major Change in Your Ministry by Jeff Iorg

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode151.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #151 A local association in Georgia expelled a church this week for what they deemed racist actions toward another church in the associations. Also, we have updates on the Executive Committee’s search for a new president. News Recap: Georgia: Association disfellowships church over racism charges — http://bit.ly/2EonWFB Tennessee: MLK honored on 50th anniversary of death — http://bit.ly/2uNdc41 Executive Committee Executive VP Augie Boto named interim president — http://bit.ly/2uQpJnh EC to hold called meeting — http://bit.ly/2uTzCR8 Colorado: State reports baptism increase of 80% — http://bit.ly/2EpmORW SBC: National CP 4.90% ahead of mid-year projection — http://bit.ly/2uPvBNv Texas: Affidavit alleges unwanted sexual encounter with former judge Paul Pressler — http://bit.ly/2uNdE2d Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History New York Area Baptists Take Convention Formation Steps http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/2579,09-Apr-1968.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Mentor by Chuck Lawless Jonathan: Removing the Stain of Racism from the Southern Baptist Convention

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode150.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #150 The SBC was rocked this week by the sudden resignation of Executive Committee President Frank Page as he confessed to a “personal failing.” News Recap: SBCEC: Frank Page resigns over ‘personal failing’ – http://bit.ly/2E70g8u Special meeting called for April 17 The Process for Finding a New SBC Executive Committee President SBC: Committee on Resolutions named for 2018 – http://bit.ly/2E6SsDw Oklahoma pastor Felix Cabrera to be 2nd VP nominee – http://bit.ly/2uwD9Vf New Mexico: 23 churches plan simultaneous revivals – http://bit.ly/2uAAIkC Texas: FBC Sutherland Springs launches building project – http://bit.ly/2uCeA9k Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History SBC Housing Not Critical, Committee Chairman Says http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/2750,31-Mar-1969.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: MLK50 Livestream sponsored by SEBTS Jonathan: Barna Research on the Great Commission

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode149.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #149 A website for Ken Hemphill’s SBC presidential nomination started a discussion on where campaigning fits within the denomination. We also have some updates on some previously covered stories, and Amy made the news again this week. News Recap: Louisiana: Hemphill unveils campaign website backed by Louisiana Baptists — http://bit.ly/2pxE1UO No CP funds used for SBC candidate website — http://bit.ly/2pwLDXo Texas: Pressler lawsuit moved to federal court — http://bit.ly/2px2ERq Kentucky: CT Calls for Independent Investigation of Sovereign Grace — http://bit.ly/2pAnC1Z Alabama: Longtime editor announces retirement — http://bit.ly/2py5Hc5 Arkansas: Stan Norman named Williams College president — http://bit.ly/2pxST5s SEBTS: East Asia Leadership Initiative Launches — http://bit.ly/2pwMp6K Film: MercyMe saga opens big with two more faith films due — http://bit.ly/2py3Xjd SBC: Women & the SBC, 100 yrs. of ‘extraordinary’ input noted — http://bit.ly/2pvYI3o Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History New President Named at North Greenville http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/1557,25-Mar-1962.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: CT Billy Graham issue Jonathan: Facts & Trends online

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode148.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #148 We received some tragic news this week from the IMB as two missionaries were killed in an automobile accident in the Democratic Republic of Congo. News Recap: IMB: Missionaries Randy and Kathy Arnett Killed in Automobile Accident in DRC https://www.imb.org/2017/01/12/disciple-making-among-followers-of-traditional-religion/ http://news.sbts.edu/2009/11/19/missionaries-reside-at-southern-while-preparing-for-imb-post/ Georgia: State Exec Robert White announces plans to retire — http://bit.ly/2FEy5mT California: Pastor A.B. Vines to be 1st VP nominee — http://bit.ly/2FD1UV5 Missouri: Church treasurer accused of embezzling CP funds — http://bit.ly/2paYb6O Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Searcy S. Garrison announces retirement as Georgia exec. http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/5025,17-Mar-1980.pdf Resources of the Week Amy: Why Should the Devil Have all the Good Music Jonathan: Free church security training

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode147.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #144 We’re drawing ever closer to the SBC Annual Meeting, and that means nomination announcements start coming. This week, it’s Danny Wood for the pastors’ conference presidency. Also, CP giving is way ahead of budget—and that’s good for everyone. News Recap: SBC Pastors’ Conference: Danny Wood to be nominee — http://bit.ly/2G90IWj SBC: ERLC, Village Church to co-host conference in Dallas — http://bit.ly/2G911Ar National CP 6.59% ahead of projection — http://bit.ly/2G7tgiY GuideStone: 2018 year of ‘new beginnings’ — http://bit.ly/2GabSKI Kentucky: CJ Mahaney withdraws from T4G conference — http://bit.ly/2G93gDY US: Billy Graham holiday petition climbing toward 150,000 goal — http://bit.ly/2GcEjHX Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Korean King’s Descendant to Enter Baptist College http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/436,08-Mar-1956.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: Eschatological Discipleship Jonathan: Go and Tell Kids

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode146.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #146 At their trustee meeting this week, the International Mission Board announced the search team to find a successor for President David Platt. They also commissioned 20 missionaries to serve around the world. News Recap: IMB: Trustees appoint missionaries, name presidential search committee — http://bit.ly/2oKFCFp Virginia: BGAV to stop forwarding churches’ gifts to CBF — http://bit.ly/2oJqyYF LifeWay: Beth Moore’s Living Proof Live conference marks 20 years — http://bit.ly/2oIgCyQ Nation: Thousands pay respect to Billy Graham in U.S. Capitol — http://bit.ly/2oGxKoq Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Longest Rail Ride to Convention Is 43 Hours http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/435,03-Mar-1956.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: I Can Only Imagine Jonathan: SBC FAQs

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode144.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #144 With the passing of Rev. Billy Graham, we look back on his life and legacy. We also cover the continued fallout from the Illumination Project and the possibility of the SBC losing an affiliated state convention. News Recap: Billy Graham: Evangelist passes away at 99 — http://lfwy.co/2BKGKkv BP story archives — http://bit.ly/2BKEQQX SBTS tribute and media archives — http://www.sbts.edu/graham/ Executive Committee: Board considers DC convention, mission board merger — http://bit.ly/2or90Av Texas: BGCT removes CBF from giving form, affirms view of biblical marriage — http://bit.ly/2BMzUv7 Alabama: SBOM holds ribbon-cutting ceremony — http://bit.ly/2BIYNHY Louisiana: Coach suing school Louisiana College for discrimination — http://bit.ly/2BLuksP Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Billy Graham speaks at Gardner-Webb http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3144,26-Feb-1971.pdf Resources of the Week: Amy: A Prophet With Honor Jonathan: Becoming a Welcoming Church

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode143.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #143 This week saw the announced departure of David Platt from the International Board, the announcement of the Pastors’ Conference lineup, a response from Sovereign Grace Church, and much more. It was a busy one. News Recap: IMB: David Platt to transition out of presidency — http://bit.ly/2oaNpvR Illumination Project: CBF nixes ‘absolute’ LGBT hiring ban, maintains it for leaders — http://bit.ly/2o9LoA6 CBF relaxes policy on hiring LGBTQ staff, but maintains some restrictions — http://bit.ly/2oax3DI Texas Baptist convention takes note of more inclusive hiring policy by CBF — http://bit.ly/2oaRi43 Kentucky: A Response to Allegations Against Sovereign Grace Churches — http://bit.ly/2ocogkq SBC: The 2018 SBC Pastors Conference: Fulfill Your Ministry — http://bit.ly/2ocnzrk Gaines reflects on IMB search, SBC presidency — http://bit.ly/2o9WoxB Florida: Churches weep & minister after school shooting — http://bit.ly/2oax8Hw FEMA: Funds for disaster-stricken churches now law — http://bit.ly/2o85Q4w Religious Liberty: T-shirts now in battle’s spotlight — http://bit.ly/2o6fRiC Trustee Reports: NAMB introduces ‘Send Puerto Rico’ — http://bit.ly/2o9LNTr LifeWay shares new vision for stores — http://bit.ly/2o9WDJ1 North Carolina: Gardner-Webb’s Frank Bonner sets retirement — http://bit.ly/2oaOdRp South Carolina: Finn named Provost at North Greenville — http://bit.ly/2C2bRJk MBTS: Seminary announces organizational changes — http://bit.ly/2ocnPqi SBC: Church compensation survey underway — http://bit.ly/2o7HTtW Oklahoma: ‘Worshiping Jesus,’ Shane Hall defies cancer’s toll — http://bit.ly/2oaOAeL Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History Olympics match Baptist chaplain with Costa Rican skier http://www.bpnews.net/22634/olympics-match-baptist-chaplain-with-costa-rican-skier Resources of the Week Amy: Resurrection Letters Prologue Jonathan: Shane Hall at the 2017 Pastors’ Conference

http://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/s3.amazonaws.com/sbcthisweek/episodes/Episode142.mp3 Download this episode Subscribe: iTunes — Stitcher — TuneIn Radio — Google Play — RSS Episode #142 A Southern Baptist Church is involved in a very public discussion about alleged sexual abuse and cover-up. Also, good news about CP in this week’s episode. News Recap: Kentucky: Key witness in Michigan State abuse scandal alleges double standard in evangelical church — http://bit.ly/2BIZbH7 Rachael Denhollander’s public response to Sovereign Grace Churches — http://bit.ly/2BHUTjv SWBTS: Dr. Paige Patterson Discusses Retirement Plans — http://bit.ly/2Bhx7tE Politics: A Letter to President Trump and Congress — http://bit.ly/2BK2aiK SBC: National CP gifts 4.01% ahead of projected budget — http://bit.ly/2BLZpgQ South Carolina: Apology, $300K payout in church sex abuse settlement — http://bit.ly/2BIEI5e SBC: State papers celebrate milestones, consider future — http://bit.ly/2BLZYY0 Located in Louisville, KY, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to training future pastors, missionaries, and gospel leaders. You can learn more about undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs by visiting sbts.edu. This Week in SBC History 10-Year Anniversary of the Union University Tornadoes http://www.bpnews.net/50308/after-08-tornado-union-was-united-as-never-before Resources of the Week: Amy: Black Southern Baptist history said to be ‘at a crossroads’ Jonathan: Not God Enough by J.D. Greear