Papier-mâché is defined as paper mixed with glue or flour and water that can be shaped to make decorative objects or models and becomes hard when dry. It is also synonymous with "unreal" and "artificial." It is sad but true: We are witnessing a distressing increase in papier-mâché giants in Christian ministry. These are men and women in prominent positions whose lives are a … [Read More...]
Tennessee
B&R WEBSITE CONTINUES ‘CLICKING’ RIGHT ALONG
FRANKLIN — The Baptist and Reflector’s website celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2025. The website, officially launched in October of 2015, serves as a … [Read More...]
Columnists
DOOLEY NOTED: HOW NOT TO RESPOND WHEN PEOPLE ARE HURTING
A family of four dies unexpectedly on the highway. A routine visit to the doctor’s office reveals a terminal illness. A late Friday afternoon meeting … [Read More...]
SBC
CHRISTIANS AMONG VICTIMS IN IRAN PROTESTS, EVANGELIST SAYS
TEHRAN, Iran (BP) – Christians have been shot as police respond to protests across Iran, a U.S.-based evangelist told Baptist Press, with Southern Baptists … [Read More...]
SS Lessons
JAN. 18: EVERY LIFE VALUED
Focal Passage: Matthew 8:1-4, 14-17; 9:1-8 A few years back I had to go to the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) to get a new driver’s license. I avoided … [Read More...]
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JAN. 18: COMPELLED TO ACT
Focal Passage: Job 31:13-23 My father worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. I saw him go above and beyond countless times for the sake of his clients. He enjoyed his work because he saw the value in all people, regardless of their … [Read More...]
SBC ABUSE HOTLINE LETTER AT CENTER OF TENN. SUPREME COURT DEFAMATION CASE
KNOXVILLE (BP) – Tennessee Supreme Court justices sought clarity regarding the church autonomy doctrine Jan. 8 in a case focused on the Southern Baptist Convention’s protocols to address claims of sexual abuse. Attorneys for Preston Garner, who has brought … [Read More...]
WHAT DISCIPLESHIP IS NOT
A conversation has always existed during my ministry between evangelism and discipleship. The conversation often pits ministers on different sides: those who evangelize and those who disciple. The scope of the New Testament teaches that evangelism is proof … [Read More...]