Podcasts about southern baptists

The Tom Renz Show – In Headline USA, there was an article titled, “Antifa, Trans Activist Groups Planned ‘Day of Vengeance' Prior to Nashville Massacre.” What would the response be if the tables were turned, and a Southern Baptist church planned a ‘Day of Vengeance' on the trans community? Promoting violence is evil no matter who is doing it and no matter who their targeting...

Greg Welty delivers the Spring 2023 faculty lecture at Southeastern.

On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ross Ferguson discuss the new Christian film "Jesus Revolution." Did Ross love it? Did Jared hate it? And what implications might it have for ministry and church life today?

It does not make sense to stay in our sin when God offers lasting joy in forgiveness and cleansing.

The Southern Baptist Convention has been in the center of controversy for years and is looked down upon by many in IFB circles. Bart Barber is leading the SBC and he was willing to sit down with JC, Brian, and Nathan to discuss his role as an SBC pastor and what the journey to the presidency looked like.

The God who created the universe made you unique. You are never out of his sight and never out of his mind.

It’s Witness Wednesday at Georgia Tech University. Meet Steven, a physics major with a unique take on religion. Wretched Radio | Air Date: March 22, 2023 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2023-0322.mp3 It’s Witness Wednesday at Georgia Tech University. Meet Steven, a physics major with a unique take on religion. ___ Download Now (right click and save) Subscribe to Wretched […] The post A SOUTHERN BAPTIST, A METHODIST, AND A PHYSICIST appeared first on Wretched.

Our parents play a key role in our understanding of who God is and how we can relate to Him. Fathers, in particular, play a key role because we refer to God as our Father so the model and example that they set for us really gives us a foundation for we think God feels and thinks about us. On today's episode, Dr. Josh Waltman and I discuss how becoming fathers has given us a greater understanding of God's love and grace for us. Since both of us grew up in strong, conservative Baptist backgrounds, we share how that gave us a strong desire to stand up for the truth of God's Word, but that it also may have blinded us from being able to see God's grace and love towards us and all humanity. We mainly discussing the following topics: - What have we learned about God since becoming fathers? - What was it like to group in a Southern Baptist churches? - We share experiences of how God has shown his grace and love in our own lives- How we can show grace and love to our children while also helping them orient that grace and love with truth- Lastly, we share the importance of understanding the Gospel to have a complete understanding of God's truth, love and grace. If you have any questions or comments on this topic, feel free to  email me at slconnect08@gmail.com.Remember to please LEAVE A REVIEW for the podcast as it helps get the word out to a larger audience, and remember to SUBSCRIBE and/or follow on Itunes, Spotify, Stitcher, GooglePlay, and all other podcast platforms.If you're on Facebook and/or Instagram, I'd greatly appreciate it if you SHARE this episode! :)Support the showFOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM:@godattachmenthealingFOLLOW ME ON FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/samlanda23/​ABOUT ME

On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson visits with pastor and author Jeremy Writebol about his new book *Pastor, Jesus is Enough* and the problem of ministerial burnout.

Psalm 67 commissions us to proclaim the salvation, judgement, and blessings of God so that the nations will be blessed.

Jared and Allen discuss recent developments in the SBC, including disfellowship and a lawsuit, plus some thoughts on the best seasoning.Make sure you are following us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PotluckPodcastSBC

Hello and welcome to another episode of the Locust And Honey Podcast. We are two reformed Southern Baptists who desire to speak the truth of the gospel to the heart of the culture.  Today we continue on our journey through The Pilgrim's Progress as we look at the Palace Beautiful. Here we will discuss the church, church membership, and what control does Satan now have in the world we live in? Link to Apologia Debate with LGBT pastor: Apologia Studio Debate If you are enjoying our podcast and would like to share it with your friends and family we would be greatly obliged to you. You can also further connect with us and support us here: https://linktr.ee/locustandhoney

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

Psalm 90 humbles us, reminding us that God sees all, and then teaches us to live prayerfully before Him.

In this episode of the World of Difference podcast, Dr. Nijay Gupta, a Hindu background Christian and seminary professor, uses his privilege to uncover the hidden female figures in the New Testament and challenge the long-standing patriarchal lens on the Bible to foster an atmosphere of equality and inclusion in the church."Just like that with the Bible. And we have failed. I have failed in the past to see these women, to recognize them, to admire them, and to tell their story." - Dr. Nijay GuptaDr. Nijay Gupta is a professor at Northern Seminary of New Testament and author of the book "Tell Her Story: How Women Led, Taught, and Ministered in the Early Church". He is a Hindu background Christian who has dedicated his life to studying the Bible and training Christian leaders.Dr. Nijay Gupta was raised in a Southern Baptist denomination and experienced a male-centric view of the Bible. He realized that many of the stories about the women in the Bible had been hidden, and set out to make them known. After many years of research and writing, he released his book, "Tell Her Story," which explores the roles of women in the Bible, and their importance. He explains how the cultural and socioeconomic status of these women was incredibly important to understand their stories, and how they were able to lead, despite the patriarchal views of the time. Dr. Gupta hopes that by uncovering the hidden figures of the New Testament, the Church will be able to recognize the importance of women's voices and use their God-given gifts for the benefit of all.In this episode, you will learn the following:1. Exploring the nuance of women leading in the early church, how has the long-standing tradition of egalitarian theology impacted the way we view women in the Bible today?2. Examining the role of women in the church, how can we create an environment of shoulder-to-shoulder collaboration between male and female leaders?3. Leveraging male privilege to elevate women, how can we use our male privilege to create a space for women to use their God-given gifts and preach the gospel?Resources:Order Tell Her Story here.Other episodes you'll enjoy:Allyson McKinney Timm on the Faith 4 ERA CampaignDr. Mimi Haddad on Christians for Biblical EqualityKate Wallace Nunneley on the Junia ProjectConnect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aworldof.difference/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/A-World-of-Difference-613933132591673/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aworldofdifferenceTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/@awodpodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aworldofdifference/Website: https://www.aworldofdifferencepodcast.comLoved this episode? Leave us a review and rating hereChapter Summaries:[00:00:02]Dr. Nijay Gupta is a professor at Northern Seminary of New Testament. He is the author of a book called tell Her Story. How Women Taught Led. We're thrilled to have him on the church during Women's History Month.[00:02:57]Dr. Nijay Gupta is on the World of Difference podcast today. He talks about his new book, Tell Her Story. He says it's moving towards spring in California. People are really

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

Psalm 134 provides us three ways to guard our lives and ministries against hypocrisy.

"Where does it hurt? And how can we help?" These are the words that led a small, dying church in Texas to Breakthrough! In this conversation with Pastor Dawn Weaks, we talk about being the leaders the church needs, how to guide a church through moving locations, and knowing what stuff to hang on to and what to leave behind. Dawn also talks about how the crisis of the pandemic and the flurry of the move gave momentum for change and new life. A must-listen for small-church pastors trying to lead growth and revitalization in church. Rev. Dawn Weaks is the author of Breakthrough:Trusting God for Big Change In Your Church and Travel Guide to Christian Faith along with many other published articles and sermons. Her B.A. is from Baylor University, her M.Div. from Brite Divinity School at Texas Christian University, and her D.Min from St. Paul School of Theology. She was ordained in the Southern Baptist church before becoming a Disciples of Christ minister. She has pastored FCC Miami, Texas, FCC Rowlett, Texas, Raytown Christian Church of Missouri, and currently is co-pastor at Connection Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) along with her husband, Joe. Connection is the third century-old congregation she has led to discover bold, new purpose in ministry.  Facebook:@dweaks Instagram:@ddweaks Twitter:@dawndw The Future Christian Podcast is a production of Torn Curtain Arts and Resonate Media.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

On this episode, we feature a webinar hosted by Jason Thacker on discipling your church for a world in sexual crisis. Thacker talks to Dean Inserra, Katie McCoy, and Andrew Walker about a biblical sexual ethic and how to communicate it with truth and grace in a secularized society. ContentDiscipling your church for a world in sexual crisisConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsorsEmail updates | Now that 2023 is fully underway, we want to make sure you are kept up to date about the important work we are doing on behalf of Southern Baptists. Whether it's our 2023 Public Policy Agenda or another ultrasound machine placement, we want to make sure you know how we are serving our churches and acting as missionaries to the public square. As we move forward in 2023, know that first in our hearts and at the top of our minds are our churches. And we are taking those next steps with a Mark 10:44 mindset: to be a servant of all. The best way to learn more is by joining us at ERLC.com/updates. Signing up for email updates allows you to hear directly from us about our work and ways we are serving you on the issues that matter most to Southern Baptists. You'll learn about our work on your behalf in our nation's capital, about exciting new partnerships with our state conventions and the ways we are working across the convention with our sister entities. Become an email subscriber at ERLC.com/updates. Racial unity | If we, as Southern Baptists, can be willing to listen and have good conversations about race, we will see fruit that will draw us closer together. That's why we believe that A Conversation with Pastor Jon Nelson will be a helpful resource for you and your congregation. Watch this NEW video at ERLC.com/racialunity and listen as Jon candidly shares his thoughts on how we can meaningfully partner together on this work within our churches and communities. Again that link is ERLC.com/racialunity

It's been ten months since the Southern Baptist Convention passed a number of reforms aimed at helping prevent abuse within its churches and caring for survivors of past abuse. But progress on implementing those reforms has been slow, and the Convention has continued to field debates within its churches about who is really accountable. We speak with Liam Adams, religion reporter at The Tenneseean. In June 2022, The Takeaway reported on the third-party investigation of the SBC's top governing body, which found that leaders systematically ignored, belittled and intimidated survivors of sexual abuse for the past two decades while protecting the legal interests of churches accused of harboring abusers. Listen to that piece here.

Original Air Date: June 06, 2022 A third-party investigation of the Southern Baptist Convention's top governing body found that an influential group of leaders systematically ignored, belittled and intimidated survivors of sexual abuse for the past two decades while protecting the legal interests of churches accused of harboring abusers. Despite recent declines in membership, Southern Baptists are still the largest evangelical group in the United States, with more than 13 million members. How they respond to this moment is deeply consequential for America. We speak with Robert Downen, a reporter at The Houston Chronicle, and Dr. Kristin Kobes Du Mez, professor of history and gender studies at Calvin University and author of "Jesus and John Wayne," about the recent findings and the SBC's response. We also hear from two survivors of abuse in the SBC, Hannah-Kate Williams and Christa Brown, about their long fights for justice and accountability. 

It's been ten months since the Southern Baptist Convention passed a number of reforms aimed at helping prevent abuse within its churches and caring for survivors of past abuse. But progress on implementing those reforms has been slow, and the Convention has continued to field debates within its churches about who is really accountable. We speak with Liam Adams, religion reporter at The Tenneseean. In June 2022, The Takeaway reported on the third-party investigation of the SBC's top governing body, which found that leaders systematically ignored, belittled and intimidated survivors of sexual abuse for the past two decades while protecting the legal interests of churches accused of harboring abusers. Listen to that piece here.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson talks with author and publisher Drew Dyck about the ins and outs of Christian publishing -- the good, the bad, and the ugly.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

Hello and welcome back to the Locust And Honey Podcast. We are two reformed Southern Baptists who desire to speak the truth of the gospel to the heart of the culture. Join us today as we look at The Hill Difficulty in John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress. As Christians we are going to face trials of all kinds. The road to follow Christ is not an easy road. But the mark of a true follower of Christ is that of progression.  If you are enjoying our content please share it with your friends and family. To connect with us or support our podcast you can do so here: https://linktr.ee/locustandhoney

Beth Moore was raised in the Southern Baptist Convention. As an adult, she went on to become an evangelist, teaching Bible studies to women in arenas around the world. But as she recounts in her new memoir, All My Knotted-Up Life, she grew up feeling a deep shame – and surviving sexual abuse at home – that reached a breaking point with the surfacing of the Donald Trump "Access Hollywood" tape and the investigation into the SBC. As Moore tells NPR's Ayesha Rascoe, those events led her to eventually leave her denomination.

The California Southern Baptist Convention (CSBC) is asking fellow Southern Baptists to join them in Anaheim and consider taking the next step. A May 6 gas explosion devastated the historic Saratoga Hotel in Old Havana, Cuba, and also rained destruction on nearby Calvary Baptist Church. Remember the words of Isaiah 55:9: God's ways and thoughts are higher than ours.

On this episode, Brent Leatherwood and Lindsay Nicolet talk to Jason Thacker about his new book, “The Digital Public Square,” and how Christian ethics apply in a technological society. They discuss the importance of Christians engaging various technological tools with wisdom and the motivation to love God and love our neighbors. Connect with us on Twitter@ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors2023 Public Policy Agenda | The first session of the 118th Congress is now underway, and it begins as the nation is grappling with war around the world, inflation at home, and deep division across our nation. This also begins a new era of divided government with a Democratic president, a narrow Democratic majority in the U.S. Senate, and a slim Republican majority in the House. This dynamic ensures legislating and governing will be a difficult task. We recently released the 2023 ERLC Public Policy agenda which includes our priorities for religious liberty, sanctity of life, marriage and family, and human dignity. Download the full agenda and learn how your Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission is advocating for issues important to Southern Baptists at ERLC.com/policy.Email updates | Now that 2023 is fully underway, we want to make sure you are kept up to date about the important work we are doing on behalf of Southern Baptists. Whether it's our 2023 Public Policy Agenda or another ultrasound machine placement, we want to make sure you know how we are serving our churches and acting as missionaries to the public square. As we move forward in 2023, know that first in our hearts and at the top of our minds are our churches. And we are taking those next steps with a Mark 10:44 mindset: to be a servant of all. The best way to learn more is by joining us at ERLC.com/updates. Signing up for email updates allows you to hear directly from us about our work and ways we are serving you on the issues that matter most to Southern Baptists. You'll learn about our work on your behalf in our nation's capital, about exciting new partnerships with our state conventions and the ways we are working across the convention with our sister entities. Become an email subscriber at  ERLC.com/updates.

Hello and welcome to another episode of the Locust And Honey Podcast. We are two reformed Southern Baptists who desire to speak the truth of the gospel to the heart of the culture.  This weeks episode is going out late due to a packed week but we will get back n schedule this Sunday with another episode.  Join us as we continue walking through the book The Pilgrim's Progress.  If you are enjoying or blessed by these episodes feel free to share them with your friends and family. You can also further connect with us and support us here: https://linktr.ee/locustandhoney

On today's episode, we talked about a couple separated by the Ukrainian war and how life changed suddenly for them and many others in Ukraine. We talked about a non-profit in California working to empower people with disabilities by giving them the ability to ski. And we talked about the Southern Baptist Convention's decision to "give the boot" to Saddleback Church for having women pastors. Separated by war, a Ukrainian family balances safety, duty and love https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2023/ukraine-war-anniversary-families-frontline/?itid=hp_temp1-App%20Ukraine%20Anniversary_p014_f001 'If I can do this, I can do anything': How this Tahoe nonprofit empowers travelers with disabilities https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/anything-tahoe-nonprofit-empowers-travelers-110006723.html?guccounter=1 Saddleback Church ordained women. So the Southern Baptist Convention gave it the boot https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2023-02-21/saddleback-church-ousted-southern-baptist-convention-women-pastors

When we enter into a time of despair, we have an opportunity to rely on the only One who can deliver us.

On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ross Ferguson talk about navigating worklife as a Christian in a secular world.

Psalm 93 brings comfort, strength, and hope during seasons of uncertainty in the life of the believer.

Superspreader event in Kentucky, Southern Baptists kick Rick Warren out, Catholic university to cut theology program, San Diego diocese hides assets to avoid paying abuse victims, how the LDS Church hid its investments, Lutheran Church Missouri Synod makes surprising announcement, and Christian nationalists poised to win another culture war battle: prayer in schools.

Leaning into a big call on your life often requires a healthy dose of courage – of which this week's guest has no shortage of! Beloved Bible study leader, bestselling author, speaker and all-around visionary, Beth Moore, is a faith leader familiar to many – but until recently, known by few. This week Beth takes Paula on the deeply personal journey she's been on that led her to release her much-anticipated memoir, “All My Knotted Up Life”. After spending decades writing, leading and speaking to sold-out arenas around the globe, Beth opens up to Paula about the critical cultural moment that led this lifelong Southern Baptist to use her voice (and her Tweets) to stand up for women. Her actions ignited a public firestorm within the church about women's roles, which would eventually lead Beth to break away from the denomination she was born into. Hear the untold story behind her deep conviction, her message for anyone finding themself surprised by where their calling has taken them and why she says teaching aerobics is still one of the best things she's done in her life! Note: While this conversation is a healthy dose of heavy and light, some content may not be suitable for all ears. Listener discretion is advised. Check out Beth's new picture book, “All My Knotted Up Life” Keep up with Beth on Instagram or over at the Living Proof Ministries website Paula's new book, “You Don't Have to Carry It All: Ditch the Mom Guilt and Find a Better Way Forward'', is almost here! Visit PaulaFarisOfficial.com to perorder your copy and get the scoop on her upcoming meet and greet book store tour! Don't miss Paula's biweekly newsletter where she shares facts, favorites, fun… and giveaways! Visit PaulaFarisOfficial.com and scroll to the bottom to add your email to the list. Learn everything about Paula's company CARRY Media and sign up for The CARRY ALL, THE essential weekly newsletter for the working mom that drops every Sunday! Follow along with CARRY Media on social media: @carry_media Connect with Paula & share what you are feeling called to in this season of your life: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Subscribe & Listen to more episodes of the Podcast: Access More | Spotify | Apple

On this edition of leftovers, we respond to a listener's question:"Something I have been puzzled by is how could an organization like the Southern Baptist Convention have so many leaders and pastors involved in sexual sin? "We discuss that question along with the broader issue of leaders and pastors falling into sexual sin and how local churches should fight against it taking root in their congregations.Support the show

On this episode, Brent Leatherwood and Lindsay Nicolet discuss the SBC Executive Committee meeting and several noteworthy developments, including the “Ministry Check” website and six churches deemed not in friendly cooperation with the SBC. They also reflected on the one-year anniversary of the war in Ukraine. CultureBP: Blalock gives update on task force work and Ministry Check siteBP: SBC EC removes six churches, including SaddlebackBart Barber's tweet thread NPR: After a year of war in Ukraine, no end in sight to the miseryBP: SBC supporting Ukraine as war enters second yearERLC article: How Southern Baptists are involved in Ukraine reliefConnect with us on Twitter@ERLC@LeatherwoodTN@LindsNicoletSponsors2023 Public Policy Agenda | The first session of the 118th Congress is now underway, and it begins as the nation is grappling with war around the world, inflation at home, and deep division across our nation. This also begins a new era of divided government with a Democratic president, a narrow Democratic majority in the U.S. Senate, and a slim Republican majority in the House. This dynamic ensures legislating and governing will be a difficult task. We recently released the 2023 ERLC Public Policy agenda which includes our priorities for religious liberty, sanctity of life, marriage and family, and human dignity. Download the full agenda and learn how your Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission is advocating for issues important to Southern Baptists at ERLC.com/policy.Email updates | Now that 2023 is fully underway, we want to make sure you are kept up to date about the important work we are doing on behalf of Southern Baptists. Whether it's our 2023 Public Policy Agenda or another ultrasound machine placement, we want to make sure you know how we are serving our churches and acting as missionaries to the public square. As we move forward in 2023, know that first in our hearts and at the top of our minds are our churches. And we are taking those next steps with a Mark 10:44 mindset: to be a servant of all. The best way to learn more is by joining us at ERLC.com/updates. Signing up for email updates allows you to hear directly from us about our work and ways we are serving you on the issues that matter most to Southern Baptists. You'll learn about our work on your behalf in our nation's capital, about exciting new partnerships with our state conventions and the ways we are working across the convention with our sister entities. Become an email subscriber at ERLC.com/updates. 

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So long, farewell, auf wiedersehen, goodbye to Saddleback Church! Wretched Radio | Air Date: February 23, 2023 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2023-0223.mp3 Segment 1 The SBC has disfellowshipped a list of churches they believe are no longer in friendly cooperation. Leading the list was Rick Warren’s Saddleback Church. Segment 2 Let’s go to Scotland. Quotes from Robert Murray McShane. […] The post WAY TO GO, SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION! appeared first on Wretched.

It's Thursday, February 23rd, A.D. 2023. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Sudanese authorities arrest Christian preaching to Muslims Last Friday, authorities in Sudan arrested a church leader for preaching to Muslims. Officials detained Yousif Ayoub Hussein Ali during an open-air worship event in the southeastern part of the African nation. Local Muslims complained that Ali's preaching would convert their children.  The local General Union of Christian Youth condemned the arrest as a continuation of systematic persecution of Christians in the country.  Sudan is ranked 10th on the Open Doors World Watch List of nations where it is most difficult to be a Christian. Spain expands abortion access Spain's Parliament passed a new law last Thursday, expanding access to abortion. The law eliminates a three-day waiting period before an abortion as well as requirements to give women information on alternatives. Health care providers that conscientiously object to performing abortions will now be listed in a public registry. Currently, private centers do most of the killings since so many doctors in the state health system refuse to participate.  The law also mandates the promotion of sexually perverted lifestyles in all educational levels. Psalm 9:17 warns, “The wicked shall be turned into hell, and all the nations that forget God.” Putin no longer abides by nukes treaty On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin gave his state-of-the-nation address. His nearly 2-hour-long speech was the first address he's given since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Putin announced Russia is suspending its participation in the New START treaty. It's the last surviving nuclear-arms-control treaty between the U.S. and Russia. The treaty put a limit on how many nukes both countries can have. Will America default on its debt? The Congressional Budget Office announced last week the U.S. would default on its debt unless Congress raises the debt ceiling this summer. By September, the U.S. Treasury will have run out of emergency measures unless the $31.4 trillion debt limit is raised. These extraordinary measures allow the government to keep borrowing money for its obligations.  House Republicans are demanding federal spending cuts in exchange for raising the debt ceiling. The Congressional Budget Office estimates the U.S. deficit will reach $18.8 trillion over the next 10 years.  Kentucky church still fighting against COVID lockdown A church in Kentucky is still fighting for its religious freedom after being targeted during COVID-19 lockdowns. Liberty Counsel filed a brief with the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals last Friday on behalf of Maryville Baptist Church.  Back in 2020, police ticketed members of the church who were in their cars for a drive-in service. The brief states that the church is the prevailing party in the case and entitled to attorney's fees and costs. Southern Baptists expels Saddleback over female pastors On Tuesday, the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention determined five of its churches are “not in friendly cooperation with the Convention.” Such terminology is used for expelling a church from the denomination. The five churches continue to have female pastors in violation of the Southern Baptist Convention's statement of faith. In 1 Timothy 2:12, the Apostle Paul writes, "I do not permit a woman to teach or to have authority over a man; she must be silent.” One of the congregations is Saddleback Church, the second-largest congregation to be part of the Southern Baptist Convention, reports The Christian Post. Asbury Revival started from message on confession & repentance Tens of thousands of people have flocked to Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky. A non-stop worship service has been going at the Kentucky college since February 8. It all began after a chapel service with a message on confession and repentance. Afterward, students remained to continue worshipping. More and more students came, and the service just didn't stop as people from across the country showed up for weeks. Asbury University said that Monday was its concluding public worship service. From Tuesday onward, services would be held off campus.  Kevin Brown, the university's president, said, “We cannot fully express the profound gratitude we have for stewarding this outpouring in the life of our school and beyond. Ultimately, we pray that our efforts in these days point to our Savior.” Alex Kendrick on Asbury revival: “Praise God!” In God's providence, this outpouring is also appearing at other colleges around the country.  Christian filmmaker Alex Kendrick visited one of these spots on Monday at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee. He said there was no show or spectacle other than seeing hearts transformed.  KENDRICK: “What's going on in Asbury, Lee University, Samford University, Cedarville [University] in Ohio -- there's a number of colleges that are now seeking the Lord. Praise God for this generation that is seeking after God. Oh, it's just good. Man, it fills my heart! P raise the Lord. Let's pray that the Lord keeps moving as He wills.” God said in 2 Chronicles 7:14, “If My people who are called by My name humble themselves, and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from Heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” Close And that's The Worldview in 5 Minutes on this Thursday, February 23rd in the year of our Lord 2023. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson talks with pastor and author Barnabas Piper about his new book "Belonging" and the beauty of gospel-centered unity and community in the local church.

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