Telling the Story of Tennessee Baptists Since 1835
June 17, 2016
By Carolyn Tomlin The third Sunday in June is the day set aside to honor our fathers. This day pays tribute to our earthly father. For many people, the man who comes to mind is a grandfather, foster parent, adopted dad, a teacher, or Sunday School leader. On this day, as all other days, it […]
June 16, 2016
By Chris Turner Director of Communications, TBC I sized up the donkey standing about 15 feet in front of me; then I casually walked over. I kept my distance because I’m not an equine kind of guy, but I had something to say. I looked the beast of burden square in the eye and decided […]
June 15, 2016
By Lonnie Wilkey Editor, Baptist and Reflector Tennessee Baptists lost one of their best last week when God called Mike Overcash home on June 8 to be with Him (see obituary). I lost a friend. Sometimes phrases are either overused or misused. When I say that Mike Overcash had a servant’s heart, it is neither […]
June 14, 2016
By Randy C. Davis TBC Executive Director I still own my grandfather’s large push plow. And it may sound strange, but I loved pushing it through rows of Pinkeye Purple Hull peas, okra, Silver King corn, Big Boy tomatoes (I’ve got to stop, I’m making myself hungry). Why would I love pushing that plow through […]
June 2, 2016
By Jim Collier Senior Pastor, Kirby Woods Baptist Church, Memphis Over the past several years, Tennessee Baptists have grappled with their direction and purpose. Led by Randy C. Davis, we were asked to examine our efforts and determine the way forward. Emerging from this examination, Tennessee Baptists have applauded and embraced our Five Objectives: more […]
June 1, 2016
By Lonnie Wilkey Editor, Baptist and Reflector Most dictionaries define gout basically as a form of arthritis “characterized by severe pain, redness, and tenderness in joints.” Whoever wrote the definition apparently never had gout. Words can’t adequately describe the pain associated with gout. “Severe” is not a strong enough term. And, yes, I admit I […]
May 24, 2016
By Todd Brady Vice President for University Ministries, Union University Inclusivity is one thing. Impropriety is another. And decisions fueled by feelings are often unstable. After North Carolina passed a law recently stopping transgender people from using bathrooms for the gender they identify with, the Target corporation announced on a blog entitled, “Continuing to Stand […]
May 23, 2016
By Johnnie Godwin Contributing Columnist, B&R Thirty-five years ago, citified Johnnie and Phyllis bought 56 acres of rough ridge we call Godwin’s Mountain. We love that mountain but need help with things I can’t do. And when I need help, I’ve got people. What one of my people told me characterizes what an intergenerational church […]
May 20, 2016
By Lonnie Wilkey Editor, Baptist and Reflector On Mother’s Day, my wife Joyce and I attended the baby dedication of our youngest grandson, Parker Beasley, at Skypointe Church in Travelers Rest, S.C. It was a great day and we were blessed to be there for the service. Both of our grandchildren are under the age […]
May 19, 2016
By Roc Collins President, TBC Everybody has a name. It represents who you are. My given name identifies who I am and is used whenever I write a check, go to the dentist, or order a coffee at the coffee shop. Your name is your identification. Sometimes names are changed, as we see in the […]
May 17, 2016
By Randy C. Davis TBC Executive Director/Treasurer There is an old expression that states that about 80 percent of life is just showing up. That may be true, but it begs the question: So what do you do once you get there? That’s easy. Participate. That would be my advice to any minister or messenger wondering […]
May 9, 2016
By Lonnie Wilkey Editor, Baptist and Reflector It’s hard to believe that nearly 14 months have passed since God called Susie Edwards home to heaven. She died March 24, 2015 after a three-year battle with cancer. For more than 27 years Susie was the “voice” of the Baptist and Reflector. Call our general office number […]