by Robert Parham | Sep 21, 2001 | Opinion
Speaking to a joint meeting of Congress, President Bush forcefully presented a case for a war against terrorism. His gaze was compelling. His voice was strong. His speech was clear with moments that represented the best of the American tradition. Bush ascended to the...
by Robert Parham | Sep 18, 2001 | Opinion
Jerry Falwell and Pat Robertson issued dishonest disclaimers related to their comments last week, which blamed certain Americans for the terrorist attacks. Both claimed their remarks were taken out of context and distorted. Having twice reviewed the 7 1/2-minute tape...
by Robert Parham | Sep 11, 2001 | Opinion
Massive evil clouds our understanding and covers us with ashes of anger. The images of burning and collapsing buildings now forever etched on our souls leave the nation thick-tongued and tired. Those in the Christian community have little clear perspective save that...
by Robert Parham | Jul 31, 2001 | Opinion
Two Southern Baptist Convention officials recently made crooked moral arguments to justify the death penalty. They twisted the biblical witness and expressed a shallow view of sin’s power. “The Scripture clearly calls for the death penalty,” said Al...
by Robert Parham | Jun 5, 2001 | Opinion
Occupation is part of the Southern Baptist Convention’s 2001 annual meeting theme, reinforcing a decade-long message that the fundamentalist-controlled SBC wants a political takeover of American culture. Printed on promotional material is the theme’s...
