This morning, I had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Donald Whitney to discuss spiritual disciplines and the 2008 National Founders Conference. In the interview, I asked Dr. Whitney about his pilgrimage in the study of spiritual disciplines, how to cultivate spiritual disciplines in challenging and demanding times, his work at the Center [...]
Archive for June, 2008
Founders Podcast 2: Interview with Donald Whitney
June 24, 2008NFC I: Ted Christman on “An Exposition of Psalm 1″
June 24, 2008About Ted Christman:
Ted Christman is the founding pastor of Heritage Baptist Church in Owensboro, Kentucky where he has joyfully labored since 1973. Ted received his BA at Bob Jones University, his MDiv at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary and has pursued postgraduate studies at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is the author of Forbid [...]
Live-Streaming 2008 National Founders Conference
June 24, 2008In case you have not been made aware, the 2008 National Founders Conference is going to be live-streamed via the 316 Network as well as through Bethel Baptist Church (where the conference is being held). To watch the conference via the 316 Network you need to (1) click here, (2) then click on “Bethel Baptist [...]
A Primer on Ed Stetzer
June 23, 2008As you already know, Ed Stetzer is the keynote speaker at the 2008 National Founders Conference beginning tomorrow. I thought it might be helpful to provide some links and info regarding Stetzer for those of you who may not be familiar with him, his writings, or his influence in church planting and revitalization.
Stetzer’s website [...]
Adrian Warnock Interviews Ed Stetzer
June 22, 2008Ed Stetzer, keynote speaker for this week’s upcoming National Founders Conference, was recently interviewed by Mac-evangelist Adrian Warnock. Using iChat, Warnock provides an hour-long, eight-part video interview with Stetzer, and the videos are posting here below.
1. Ed and Adrian talk about what ‘missional’ means.
2. Stetzer speaks about church planting.
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POTW :: father’s day
June 21, 2008View in Flickr (see it LARGE)
View in Flickr (see it LARGE)
View in Flickr (see it LARGE)
It’s been a couple of weeks since my last POTW, and I have several great pictures that I hope to upload soon. These are from this past Sunday afternoon (my first Father’s day!). Unfortunately since I am the [...]
Evangelism’s Must-Have’s
June 20, 2008Yesterday, I read something I found convicting in my study on our responsibility in evangelism. Consider the words of R.B. Kuiper, in his book, God-Centered Evangelism:
1. One must have a clear understanding of the gospel for the simple reason that vagueness and confusion can neither convey truth nor command respect.
2. He must have a strong [...]
Disciplined Church Discipline, and the Dance That Is to Come
June 19, 2008Dr. Ken Keathley, blogging at Between the Times, has written a helpful post reflecting on a case of undisciplined church discipline. In his article, Keathley addresses that, while it is appropriate in cases of obstinence and indifference, disciplining the weak Christian is not in order. He writes,
There is a world of difference between [...]
Lawless on Evangelistic Goal-Setting
June 19, 2008My dean, Dr. Chuck Lawless (of the Billy Graham School of Missions, Evangelism and Church Growth at SBTS) has recently written a good article on setting goals in regards to evangelism. Here are his five points in summary form:
1. Set a goal for developing relationships with non-believers.
In most cases, we get so isolated in our [...]
More Than Endorsements and Hat Tips
June 18, 2008In a recent blogpost, Denny Burk shares his thoughts on the passing of Resolution #6 (on regenerate church membership). After expressing his appreciation and encouragement about its passing, Burk writes,
For those who think that resolution 6 was mainly about membership numbers, I think that idea really misses the point. The inflated membership numbers [...]
Interview with Tom Ascol on National Founders Conference
June 18, 2008Yesterday, I sat down with Executive Director of Founders Ministries, Tom Ascol, to talk about the upcoming 2008 National Founders Conference. In the course of our discussion, we focus on church planting and revitalization while bringing up contemporary issues in SBC life, including Frank Page’s assessment of a dying Convention, Great Commission Resurgence, recovery [...]
Ministering Above Water
June 18, 2008I have been getting regular updates from friends in the area of the massive flooding about the conditions on the ground and the help that is needed. One such friend is Eric Schumacher, pastor of Northbrook Baptist Church in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Baptist Press recently interviewed Eric and took highlights from his recent sermon (I [...]
Tried and Deemed Credible: Mere Words Alone Do Not Suffice
June 17, 2008On the heels of my previous post where Dagg argues that, while churches are not infallible in their judgment, they should consider the profession of faith and evidence of regeneration when assessing candidates for church membership, I want to present an argument in support of Dagg, providing excerpts and a brief commentary on this important [...]
Sam Rainer on Regenerate Church Membership
June 16, 2008A couple of months ago, Sam Rainer shared the story of how his church is pursuing integrity in church membership. While referring to the massive disparity between membership statistics and church attendance in the SBC at large, Rainer shared the following:
Our church is no different. In fact, we are one of the worst offenders. Our [...]
Heading to Tulsa
June 22, 2008Just a quick blog note. I am catching a flight early Monday morning for Tulsa, after which I will begin blogging on the 2008 National Founders Conference. Before I do, I am posting a primer on Ed Stetzer for those who may want more information or resources of or by him. I will try to [...]
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