A Great Commission Resurgence?

I have to post about this. There is a new website devoted to A Great Commission Resurgence that is well worth looking at. In fact, I'd love to hear your thoughts about it. This has been another reason why I blogged about Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary before and why I'm delighted to be a student at SEBTS. On April 16, 2009 in the chapel service, SEBTS President Dr. Daniel Akin preached a sermon titled "Axioms of Great Commission Resurgence." It's a sermon I believe every Southern Baptist (and beyond) ought to listen to. I'd love to hear your thoughts on whether this is actually a movement in the SBC that should take root, and if you're a Southern Baptist, would you stand behind something like this.

It's a Boy

Well, it's been about a month since I've blogged and I've thought several times how I could blog about this or that. I'm not jumping back into blogging, but I did want to give a personal update for those who care. We went to the doctor yesterday for an ultrasound to see how the baby's developing and, if possible, to determine the sex of the baby. By God's grace they were able to see clearly (they said) that our baby due to be seen outside the womb in August is a little boy. We would appreciate your continued prayers for the baby and the mommy and the big sister who's extremely excited.

The Use of Technology

I've been thinking a lot lately about technology and how it is used and misused by many people. For me, I enjoy the opportunity to talk with people and have had a lot of great conversations on Facebook about the gospel with people. Twitter has also been a good avenue for me to meet new people and encourage and be encouraged. This blog is another example of technology and how it may or may not be used for the glory of God. We have been blessed with these for God's glory.

However, many people do not use these things for God's glory. Some are not followers of Christ and so I expect them to act like they are still lost in sin. But I'm referring to those of us who are in Christ and yet still do not honor God as best we can because of technology. That has been the case for me. I've found that I spend far too much time checking blogs, Facebook, Twitter, or anything else I can which has caused me to be far less productive for the Lord. With that being said, I have plans to remove some of these things from my life and time. The first thing to go is this blog. The truth is, it's become more of a burden than it has a joy. There are far more blogs in this world than we need and probably next to all of them are better than this one. I may post again in the future, but for now consider this my blogging good-bye.

Friday's Question

I have been preparing this week to preach John 13:31-35 where Jesus says that people will know who His disciples are if they have love for one another. In what ways can the church display that love? How can we better love one another?

Friday's Question

What do you feel is the most effective way for a church to be involved with international missions? I'm thinking in terms of adopting a people group, short-term missions, partnerships with missionaries, etc.

How Do You Read?

I have always been a slow reader. In fact, I never read an entire book until I was 21 years old (after high school and only once I came to faith in Christ). I also have often times struggled remembering much of the content that I do read. However, recently I've been working on trying to read more efficiently. Some books require that I read every word and others do not. So I'm curious, how do you read? Do you read every word of every book? Do you just make sure you get the point of the book? If you do speed through some books, has that ever affected your reading of Scripture?

Good Series Starting...

at Wil Owens' blog. Wil has had a very difficult year that led him to pastor First Baptist Church in Paintsville, KY. God has taught him much. I truly believe Wil is one of the few people I know who truly walks with the Lord. He has challenged me much. I encourage you to check out his blog to find out more about him and Search and See Ministries. He has a heart for missions and the local church. I don't think you'll be disappointed.

Friday's Question

How do you preach the gospel to yourself? Why do you preach the gospel to yourself?

Sick Again

I woke up this morning at 4:00 with the knowledge that I am yet sick again. I thought it would be nice for me to let you know the extent of my illness with a video. I've shown this before, but it really helps to capture a man's sickness.

Wordle

Abraham Piper has one-upped everyone else with Wordle. Check it out!