by Robert Parham | Sep 23, 2014 | Opinion
When “Through the Door” premieres at 8 p.m. (CDT) Oct. 9 on National Religious Broadcasters Network (NRBN) via DirecTV (Channel 378) and local stations, our documentary will be seen by a massive Christian audience. NRBN programming is delivered to 45...
by John D. Pierce | Sep 22, 2014 | Opinion
By John Pierce Often I need the reminder, “It’s not just what you say but how you say it.” Those of us who tend to be rather direct — and somewhat blunt — in making our points can be correct in our statements yet inadequate in communicating needed sensitivity and...
by Chuck Summers | Sep 22, 2014 | Opinion
With every gift comes demand and with every blessing comes responsibility. These were truths that were repeatedly noted in a class I took under Baptist New Testament scholar Frank Stagg many years ago in seminary. His words have had a huge influence on my life. They...
by Tony W. Cartledge | Sep 21, 2014 | Opinion
Something like 30,000 people were expected to meander through the Raleigh Convention Center this weekend for the city’s 29th International Festival, and I was happily among them. I suspect we could all use a little more color in our lives, especially when it...
by Sam Chaise | Sep 19, 2014 | Opinion
A recent Sunday worship service at my church was special: Two people were being baptized. We heard their stories of their growing relationship with God; we applauded and celebrated with them as they entered into this profound enactment of grace and obedience. As the...
by Leroy Seat | Sep 18, 2014 | Opinion
Many Christians across the United States may have little interest in, and perhaps not much knowledge of, the World Council of Churches (WCC). Some Christians are even quite critical of the WCC. Nevertheless, the WCC is involved in many commendable activities. Their...