by John D. Pierce | Jun 27, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce Thoughtful Baptist theologian Roger Olson of Baylor University, in his commentary at ethicsdaily.com today, addresses again the troublesome practice of Christian congregations conducting worship services that elevate nationalism above the worship of...
by John D. Pierce | Jun 16, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce The trauma on Capitol Hill is fresh and real. One can appreciate how rattled lawmakers have rallied around the oft-foreign notion that those of the opposing party are patriotic Americans with just different, though passionate, political views....
by John D. Pierce | Jun 14, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce Having long ago left most traces of my earlier Southern Baptist identity, I have little interest in the denominational workings that were once part of my life. Also, I resist commenting (usually) on their antics — including their annual summer...
by John D. Pierce | Jun 9, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce For many Americans there is a constant need for clarification of religious persecution and liberty. Here is such an opportunity. More than 20 persons attending a Baptist worship service May 28 in Taraz, Kazakhstan, were taken to a police station...
by John D. Pierce | May 31, 2017 | Opinion
By John D. Pierce A common introductory question is, “What to you do?” The response is usually tied to one’s profession or educational pursuits. Follow-up questions and responses often lead to connections — or at least the sharing of more information. Those in sales...
