SBC This Week

By Brandon Porter & Laura Erlanson

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January 01, 202110 Questions for 2021
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Episode #302
2020 is over—thankfully. On this week’s episode, Amy and Jonathan look ahead to 2021 and what lies ahead for the SBC in the new year.
10 Questions for 2021:
How will the COVID-19 pandemic affect us in 2021?
Will we see more diverse first- and second-chair leaders? (SBTC, Ohio, NC, Guidestone)(provost at SWBTS, other state staff)
What will the Annual Meeting look like?
Who will be nominated for SBC offices in Nashville?
How will the Send Conference be received in place of the pastors’ conference?
How will the major launch of Go2 affect sending numbers in coming years?
Will the AAEO rebound?
Will LMCO meet their 175M goal?
How will Southern Baptists respond to potential legislation from the Biden administration that could infringe on our beliefs and religious liberties?
What will be the surprise story of 2021?
Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to providing theological education for individuals engaging in Christian ministry. Southwestern Seminary offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. This past fall, our friends at Southwestern launched new 8-week online classes, which means you can begin taking classes as soon as October 19 of this year. If you are interested in taking the next step in ministry, visit SWBTS.edu to learn more about how you can get started.
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December 25, 20202020 Year in Review
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Episode #301
2020 was quite the year. On this year-end recap episode, Amy and Jonathan cover the top stories of the year, answer their 10 questions for 2020, and Amy shares her 10 most fascinating Southern Baptists of the year.
10 Questions for 2020:
How will American politics affect the SBC in 2020?
Will we see more diverse first-chair leaders?
Who will be nominated for SBC officers in Orlando?
How will the major launch of Go2 affect sending numbers in coming years?
Will we see any recommendations for disfellowship from the Credentials Committee?
What will be the outcome of the Baptism Sunday initiatives President Greear is promoting?
What will be the impact of LifeWay’s retail strategy?
Will we break $200M in national CP receipts this budget year?
Will the AAEO hit another record high?
Will we hit 10K messengers in Orlando?
Located in Fort Worth, Texas, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is committed to providing theological education for individuals engaging in Christian ministry. Southwestern Seminary offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels. Earlier this year, our friends at Southwestern launched new 8-week online classes, which means you can begin taking classes as soon as October 19 of this year. If you are interested in taking the next step in ministry, visit SWBTS.edu to learn more about how you can get started.
10 Biggest News Stories of 2020:
COVID-19 – a global pandemic arrives
Cancellation of the 2020 SBC Annual Meeting
Racial tension and the SBC’s response
LifeWay agrees to sell Ridgecrest
SBC entities go to court
Withdrawing fellowship
Presidential election, Supreme Court shift
Historic election of SBC Executive Committee chairman
NAMB, IMB team up in partnership with Send Relief
Jerry Falwell Jr. resigns amid scandal
10 Most Fascinating Southern Baptists of 2020:
Brenda Gantt
Scott James
Renee Trewick
Charles Billingsley
Curtis James
Caleb Freeman
Abby Cavanaugh
Natalie Maxey
Jon Nelson
Rebekah Naylor
Resource of the Year
IMB 175
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December 19, 2020Pastors, NAAF issue statements concerning race, cooperation in the SBC; an interview with Art Toalston
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Episode #300
The NAAF published a letter in response to a recent statement from the Council of Seminary Presidents and a group of pastors have issued a statement in support of the NAAF letter.
News Recap
NAAF, Ausberry respond to seminary presidents’ statement https://bit.ly/3aqsuii
Group of Southern Baptists opposes those who ‘distract’ from racial reconciliation https://bit.ly/2KzQtke
Stinson departs, Dockery named interim provost of Southwestern Seminary https://bit.ly/3apLbCU
LifeWay donates nearly 30,000 Spanish Bibles to struggling Venezuelan communities https://bit.ly/2K87JNL
Longtime Baptist editor, journalist joins Baptist Press https://bit.ly/38gdfpr
Florida church fires pastor jailed on child pornography charges https://bit.ly/3p6i6Ag
NAMB files motion, will petition Supreme Court in McRaney case https://bit.ly/34o9LzW
Great Commission is ‘first priority,’ Allen tells MBTS graduates https://bit.ly/2KiPFQP
‘Great Commission DNA’ is Akin’s hope for SEBTS graduates https://bit.ly/34pjwhB
Greear to be first SBC president to speak at March for Life https://bit.ly/38gdrFb
Falwell drops defamation lawsuit against Liberty https://bit.ly/34sRcuu
ERLC plans record 10 ultrasound donations https://bit.ly/2KgUzOo
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.
Interview with Art Toalston
Viral Vitality
This Week in SBC History
Lottie Moon is born on December 12, 1840
Resources of the Week
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December 12, 20202021 SBC calendar released; ERLC amicus brief clarified
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Episode #299
The official SBC calendar of activities for 2021 was released this week for churches to use to highlight the missions and ministries, and the ERLC clarified some issues related to a recent amicus brief.
News Recap
Addition of George Liele Day highlights 2021 SBC calendar – https://bit.ly/3a37zlo
ERLC issues apology, explanation regarding amicus brief – https://bit.ly/342GaMw
Despite pandemic challenges, CP giving above budget – https://bit.ly/3oITIoo
‘Love one another,’ Greenway charges SWBTS graduates – https://bit.ly/3qM5D6z
NOBTS, North Greenville University sign articulation agreement – https://bit.ly/2Lrqtbg
TRUSTEES: NOBTS approves new VP, student center renovation – https://bit.ly/2LtnoaD
SBTS adds three to faculty – https://bit.ly/2LtnoaD
GuideStone presidential search committee welcomes additional recommendations – https://bit.ly/3a0VD3n
IMB missionaries and staff give more than $800,000 to LMCO – https://bit.ly/3a0VD3n
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.
This Week in SBC History
Nativity Scene Baby Brings Christmas Joy
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4970,07-Dec-1979.pdf
Resources of the Week
Amy: Historical White House Ornaments
Jonathan: Rick Brewer Christmas CD
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December 05, 2020Seminary presidents issue statement; Legal updates from around the SBC
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Episode #298
The Council of Seminary Presidents issued a statement reaffirming the BFM2000 this week, and there are a pair of rather important legal updates to cover.
News Recap
Seminary presidents reaffirm BFM, declare CRT incompatible https://bit.ly/3lGqynJ
Texas attorney general intervenes in Southwestern, Baylor lawsuit https://bit.ly/3lHaouu
NAMB en banc request denied by 5th Circuit; Confusion regarding amicus brief addressed https://bit.ly/2Ia0LXl
STATE MEETINGS: BRN casts ‘Kingdom vision’; BGAV celebrates ongoing ministry https://bit.ly/36FUvQz
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.
This Week in SBC History
Leavell Named President of New Orleans Seminary
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3897,02-Dec-1974.pdf
Resources of the Week
Amy: WMU Week of Prayer Celebration
Jonathan: CP Stories
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November 27, 2020SCOTUS rules for religious liberty; State papers adjusting schedules and formats
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Episode #297
This week, the Supreme Court ruled against a limitation placed on houses of worship by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo. Also, two state papers announced changes to their publishing schedule, and one is transitioning to a magazine.
News Recap
High court blocks NY virus limits on houses of worship https://bit.ly/3q8u3XJ
ERLC urges court to block N.Y. pandemic order https://bit.ly/33iE5LW
STATE MEETINGS: Arizona, Iowa increase CP giving; Alabama celebrates missions https://bit.ly/37cFBR0
STATE MEETINGS: SBCV gives anniversary gift to IMB; BGCT holds first virtual annual meeting https://bit.ly/2Jc5zfi
Georgia Baptists offer voluntary early retirement to 50 employees https://bit.ly/33mJgL3
State publications adjust formats, schedules https://bit.ly/3qegVQX
WMU leaders rally churches for LMCO https://bit.ly/3q670g5
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.
This Week in SBC History
Six SBC Seminaries Outline Doctor of Ministry Program
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3102,30-Nov-1970.pdf
Resources of the Week
Amy: Searching for Christmas
Jonathan: Hold On podcast
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November 20, 2020Mohler shares his thoughts on the future of the SBC; More state convention recaps
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Episode #296
Baptist Press sat down for an exclusive interview with Dr. Mohler to discuss his pending nomination for SBC president as well as the future of the SBC.
News Recap
Mohler discusses SBC future, cooperation in BP interview https://bit.ly/3fdrcaS
Southern Baptists celebrate sending 79 new missionaries https://bit.ly/3kKKGob
STATE MEETINGS: South Carolina elects first Black president; Tennessee holds first-ever Virtual Summit https://bit.ly/35MZ23u
STATE MEETINGS: Michigan looks to healthy future; Maryland-Delaware mission continues https://bit.ly/3kJ28K1
STATE MEETINGS: SBTC highlights prayer; Louisiana Baptists show resolve amid adversity https://bit.ly/3lIzcD4
SAAG, ERLC share priorities to fight sex abuse in next year https://bit.ly/2UKPnUK
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.
This Week in SBC History
Costumed Group Invades Virginia Baptist Gathering
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3692,19-Nov-1973.pdf
Resources of the Week
Amy: An adoption dream come true https://bit.ly/331Fq9Z
Jonathan: Social Qs with Kendall Baker
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November 14, 2020Richards announces departure from SBTC; State convention recaps
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Episode #295
Jim Richards announced this week his plans to retire at the end of 2021 as the executive director of the SBTC. Also, there are several state convention recaps to cover.
News Recap
Richards announces plans to step down in 2021 https://bit.ly/3nk3cWq
STATE MEETINGS: New Mexico elects executive director; New England prepares for revitalization https://bit.ly/38F8QhQ
STATE MEETINGS: Wyoming to become self-sustaining; Hawaii Pacific meeting draws participants worldwide https://bit.ly/3poPy63
STATE MEETINGS: West Virginia to be self-sustaining; New York stalwart amid challenges https://bit.ly/2ImUCaB
STATE MEETINGS: Oklahoma remembers race massacre; Georgia passes resolutions on racism, CRT https://bit.ly/3prECo6
STATE MEETINGS: Kentucky mission continues; North Carolina celebrates Hollifield https://bit.ly/38CBCiU
SBC hotel company delivers apology, gift cards https://bit.ly/2K4I9c0
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.
This Week in SBC History
A look back at the 2000 presidential election
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/top-sbc-leaders-urge-bush-gore-do-whats-best-for-the-country/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/land-candidates-americans-should-accept-recount-results/
https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/first-person-only-christian-faith-can-heal-u-s-nationally-us-personally/
Resources of the Week
Amy: Bethlehem’s Redeemer
Jonathan: LifeWay Research on economic impact being felt by churches
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November 06, 2020WMU faces financial challenges; Election results in mixed outcomes
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Episode #294
WMU has announced budget and personnel cuts, and this week’s election provided some wins and some losses for Southern Baptist interests.
News Recap
WMU approves reduced budget, 12 accept voluntary retirement offer https://bit.ly/32jFRvS
Mandrell affirms Ridgecrest buyers’ commitment to ‘evangelical essentials’ https://bit.ly/2IbY87l
Large gifts boost giving totals to begin fiscal year https://bit.ly/2JzCWIO
Voters approve Louisiana abortion restriction and Alabama church gun laws https://bit.ly/3n4JQEF
Oregon decriminalizes opioids; marijuana, gambling legalized in other states https://bit.ly/3p4SFjm
Mississippi voters adopt ‘In God We Trust’ flag free of Confederate emblem https://bit.ly/3pbdrOD
Heartbroken Boyce College students mourn sudden death of Nick Challies https://bit.ly/2JzD8Yy
STATE MEETINGS: Minnesota-Wisconsin, Indiana, Utah-Idaho https://bit.ly/367qt72
STATE MEETINGS: California celebrates financial rebound; Illinois marks ‘many victories’ https://bit.ly/38g6zsW
Liberty trustees approve new leadership model https://bit.ly/38pd9gK
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.
This Week in SBC History
Carter Resigns Brotherhood Commission Trustee Post
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4300,05-Nov-1976.pdf
Resources of the Week
Amy: Fisher-Price Toy Museum
Jonathan: Cropwell Baptist Church uses election day to reach community
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October 30, 2020Mohler to be nominated for SBC president; Falwell sues Liberty
https://media.blubrry.com/sbcthisweek/sbc-this-week.s3.amazonaws.com/Episode293.mp3
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Episode #293
We have our first official announcement of a candidate for national office in the SBC. Al Mohler confirmed he’s in for 2021, and we also have an update from Liberty.
News Recap
Mohler to be nominated for SBC presidency https://bit.ly/2HNXfBD
Falwell sues Liberty, says school damaged his reputation https://bit.ly/34Fr6ox
Missouri Baptists elect first Black president https://bit.ly/2TE3F92
Arkansas Baptists Executive Board meets in lieu of convention https://bit.ly/2TE3F92
Nevada churches pull together https://bit.ly/2TCva2D
Colorado churches stay focused on what matters https://bit.ly/2TCva2D
Kansas-Nebraska Baptists ‘supporting the Cooperative Program’ https://bit.ly/2TCva2D
Benjamin Skaug elected dean of Scarborough College at SWBTS https://bit.ly/2TCBaIP
SWBTS, Dallas Baptist University announce joint MDiv/MBA degree https://bit.ly/3jEk089
Diverse group of Southern Baptist pastors sign Deep South racial justice statement https://bit.ly/34ETE1t
Bears quarterback Nick Foles partners with Chicago church to help students https://bit.ly/3jFsXhx
This fall, Southwestern Seminary announced a new, joint Master of Divinity and Master of Business Administration degree. Built in partnership with Dallas Baptist University, this new degree path is designed to equip believers with a versatile degree for today’s church and marketplace. Equipped with deep theological knowledge and flexible business skills, men and women will be able to use this training to take the Gospel all over the world, wherever God may call them. If you’re interested in the new joint M.Div./MBA, then visit swbts.edu/MDIVMBA for more information.

This Week in SBC History
Jerry Clower Joins Grand Ole Opry Cast
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3679,30-Oct-1973.pdf
Resources of the Week
Amy: Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised, 12th edition
Jonathan: LifeWay Research
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