SBC This Week

By Brandon Porter & Laura ErlansonReligion & Spirituality Christianity Government

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October 20, 2023 Israel-Hamas war sparks worldwide interest; Seminary trustee recaps
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Episode #454
The eyes of the world are focused on Israel’s war with Hamas, and Southern Baptists are responding to the humanitarian needs that have resulted from the conflict. Also, several Southern Baptist seminary trustee board met this week—including SBTS who honored Dr. Albert Mohler for his 30 years as president.
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27 min
October 14, 2023 Statement of support for Israel released and an interview with Dan Darling
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Episode #453
Following the terrorist attacks on Israel by Hamas, several evangelical leaders released a statement of support for Israel and a call for peace in the region. Dan Darling stopped by the show to discuss the statement with Brandon and Laura.
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41 min
October 06, 2023 Giving totals announced, AAEO hits record high
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Episode #452
Giving totals for the year are out and while both Cooperative Program giving and the Lottie Moon Christmas offering both topped $190 million, the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering set a new record with more than $70.2 million given to support missions and church planting across North America.
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If you’re interested in learning more, we encourage you to book a demo at subsplash.com/sbc
23 min
September 29, 2023IMB trustees meet, SBC24 theme announced, and an interview with Jay Adkins
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Episode #451
The International Mission Board met this week and commissioned a set of new missionaries. Also, there was a big announcement about the 2024 SBC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, and Jay Adkins stopped by the show to talk with Brandon and Laura about the task force he is leading.
IMB Trustees met this week
Sending celebration during IMB meeting
Barber unveils theme for 2024 Annual Meeting
SBC Calendar released
Ethnic leaders react
Guidestone’s David Spika announced his retirement plan
Georgia family visited all 32 Send cities
What state conventions are doing to prevent sexual abuse
ACP data study
Sunday is CP Sunday
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36 min
September 22, 2023 September EC Meeting Recap
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Episode #450
The September 2023 SBC Executive Committee meeting is in the books and Brandon & Laura have all the details from the meeting as well as an update on a SWBTS student who is on the verge of making the America’s Got Talent finals.
Presenting Sponsor: The Hill
The Hill is the TRUE life story of professional baseball player, Rickey Hill. Growing up poor in small-town Texas, young Rickey discovers his extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball. But with leg braces and a degenerative spinal disease, the Major Leagues were just a dream that could never be. Courageously, he risks it all; defying his father’s wish to follow in his footsteps to become a pastor, Ricky tries out for a Major League scout. Pushing hard to overcome his disability, he goes on to become a baseball phenomenon! “The Hill”, starring Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford and Scott Glenn is a true, inspirational story about Family, Faith and a Baseball Miracle.
Don’t miss “The Hill”, rated PG, in theatres across the country. Get your tickets NOW.
23 min
September 15, 2023 SBC EC Reduces Staff; An Interview with Jared Wellman
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Episode #449
Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson are hosting again this week and there’s a lot of news in the SBC to cover. The EC was forced to cut staff and CP is below budget heading into the last month of the fiscal year. Also, Jared Wellman joins the program to discuss the new Cooperation Group.
Presenting Sponsor: The Hill
The Hill is the TRUE life story of professional baseball player, Rickey Hill. Growing up poor in small-town Texas, young Rickey discovers his extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball. But with leg braces and a degenerative spinal disease, the Major Leagues were just a dream that could never be. Courageously, he risks it all; defying his father’s wish to follow in his footsteps to become a pastor, Ricky tries out for a Major League scout. Pushing hard to overcome his disability, he goes on to become a baseball phenomenon! “The Hill”, starring Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford and Scott Glenn is a true, inspirational story about Family, Faith and a Baseball Miracle.
Don’t miss “The Hill”, rated PG, in theatres across the country. Get your tickets NOW.
41 min
September 09, 2023 Southern Baptists respond in wake of Hurricane Idalia
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Episode #448
Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson are back this week and have an update on Southern Baptist work in response to the destructions left by Hurricane Idalia.
Presenting Sponsor: The Hill
The Hill is the TRUE life story of professional baseball player, Rickey Hill. Growing up poor in small-town Texas, young Rickey discovers his extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball. But with leg braces and a degenerative spinal disease, the Major Leagues were just a dream that could never be. Courageously, he risks it all; defying his father’s wish to follow in his footsteps to become a pastor, Ricky tries out for a Major League scout. Pushing hard to overcome his disability, he goes on to become a baseball phenomenon! “The Hill”, starring Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford and Scott Glenn is a true, inspirational story about Family, Faith and a Baseball Miracle.
Don’t miss “The Hill”, rated PG, in theatres across the country. Get your tickets NOW.
29 min
September 01, 2023 ARITF Update, Lifeway Trustees Meet
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Episode #447
Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson are back this week and have an update from the ARITF and a full report from Lifeway’s trustee meeting. George Schroeder also joins for an interview about the new BP Sports podcast—Gridiron & The Gospel.
Presenting Sponsor: The Hill
The Hill is the TRUE life story of professional baseball player, Rickey Hill. Growing up poor in small-town Texas, young Rickey discovers his extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball. But with leg braces and a degenerative spinal disease, the Major Leagues were just a dream that could never be. Courageously, he risks it all; defying his father’s wish to follow in his footsteps to become a pastor, Ricky tries out for a Major League scout. Pushing hard to overcome his disability, he goes on to become a baseball phenomenon! “The Hill”, starring Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford and Scott Glenn is a true, inspirational story about Family, Faith and a Baseball Miracle.
Don’t miss “The Hill”, rated PG, in theatres, Friday, August 25th. Get your tickets NOW.
33 min
August 25, 2023Credential Committee leaders announced; Dockery installed at SWBTS
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Episode #446
Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson fill in this week and cover the news of the week including some developments at Southwestern as well some new leadership on the Credentials Committee.
Presenting Sponsor: The Hill
The Hill is the TRUE life story of professional baseball player, Rickey Hill. Growing up poor in small-town Texas, young Rickey discovers his extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball. But with leg braces and a degenerative spinal disease, the Major Leagues were just a dream that could never be. Courageously, he risks it all; defying his father’s wish to follow in his footsteps to become a pastor, Ricky tries out for a Major League scout. Pushing hard to overcome his disability, he goes on to become a baseball phenomenon! “The Hill”, starring Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford and Scott Glenn is a true, inspirational story about Family, Faith and a Baseball Miracle.
Don’t miss “The Hill”, rated PG, in theatres, Friday, August 25th. Get your tickets NOW.
News Recap
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/addressing-global-hunger-requires-multifaceted-approach/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/maui-churches-after-lahaina-fire-were-not-going-back-to-normal/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sbc-digest-webb-to-lead-hawaii-convention-bgct-search-team-to-announce-candidate/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/dockery-installed-as-10th-president-of-swbts/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/gensend-10th-anniversary-marks-a-decade-of-gospel-mobilization/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/sbc-credentials-committee-elects-chair-vice-chair/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/prosperity-gospel-beliefs-on-the-rise-among-churchgoers/
This Week in SBC History
Johnny Cash tells faith journey in Man in Black
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4038,20-Aug-1975.pdf
34 min
August 19, 2023McLaurin resigns, Howe named interim at SBC Executive Committee
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Episode #445
The SBC Executive Committee announced that Willie McLaurin resigned from the interim president position after it was discovered that he had falsified his educational credentials and accomplishments. VP for Communications, Jonathan Howe, has been named the new interim president.
Presenting Sponsor: The Hill
The Hill is the TRUE life story of professional baseball player, Rickey Hill. Growing up poor in small-town Texas, young Rickey discovers his extraordinary ability for hitting a baseball. But with leg braces and a degenerative spinal disease, the Major Leagues were just a dream that could never be. Courageously, he risks it all; defying his father’s wish to follow in his footsteps to become a pastor, Ricky tries out for a Major League scout. Pushing hard to overcome his disability, he goes on to become a baseball phenomenon! “The Hill”, starring Dennis Quaid, Colin Ford and Scott Glenn is a true, inspirational story about Family, Faith and a Baseball Miracle.
Don’t miss “The Hill”, rated PG, in theatres, Friday, August 25th. Get your tickets NOW.
News Recap
McLaurin resigns as interim EC president and CEO, removed from search consideration – https://bit.ly/3KMgUiU
Howe to serve as interim SBC EC president and CEO – https://bit.ly/3OLbNR8
SBC Executive Committee resumes search for next CEO following McLaurin resignation – https://bit.ly/3KP0vtX
NOBTS opens space for New Orleans Police Department recruitment event – https://bit.ly/3KNcng7
Federal judge dismisses McRaney case against NAMB, cites First Amendment – https://bit.ly/44bqK4R
Southern Baptist named VFW National Chaplain of the Year – https://bit.ly/45eSIOp
Edgar Aponte accepts call to Idlewild pastorate – https://bit.ly/3YIlLqX
Resource of the Week
Amy: GuideStone alliances offer church safety training, liability insurance
Jonathan: SBC Annual Meeting website
34 min