EDITOR’S NOTE: Read more about Mormonism and its relation to biblical Christianity here and here. MIDLOTHIAN, Texas – The third season of the popular – and very well-made – streaming show “The Chosen” is in full swing. Yet the performances, portrayals and dramatic adaptation of Jesus and His disciples remain in the background as controversy swirls around certain dialogue choices, the production company and the show’s creator’s alleged flirtations with Mormonism. For those not in the … [Read more...]
God had plans for bivocational pastor on court, behind the pulpit
WILLOW SPRINGS – From an early age, David Cox knew what he what he wanted to do when he grew up. But God had a different plan. “My original plan in life was to be a teacher and coach,” said Cox, now the pastor of Trinity Baptist Church, here. Growing up in Indiana, he had Hoosier Fever and was in love with basketball. “I thought nothing else would ever grab me like that,” Cox said. And yet, the Lord kept nudging Cox in a different direction. When he was around 16 years old, Cox began … [Read more...]
‘Keeping Christmas Well’: Dickens, Scrooge, Spurgeon
LONDON, England – Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol is a ghost story. Sure, it’s a beloved yuletide tradition, but it’s still a ghost story – and at times a frightening one! Despite that, it’s easy to see why it’s so popular. The book is an easy (and humorous!) read, even for those who say the “classics” aren’t for them. It’s been adapted on screen more times than I can count (I’m particularly fond of the 1992 Muppets version starring Michael Caine as Scrooge). After all, it’s an allegory … [Read more...]
‘I Heard the Bells’ belongs on screen
Sight & Sound’s first full-length movie tells true story of ‘peace on earth’ FERGUSON – Eight years ago, I remember worshipping at First Baptist Church, Ferguson. It was the Sunday after a second round of unrest and rioting following the announcement that the police officer who shot Michael Brown would not be indicted. Regardless of the circumstances surrounding the incident, it was a time of pain, anger and fear. Things were tense that cold, quiet morning. As the service began, the … [Read more...]
Baptist Home hosts deer hunt for residents
IRONTON – Sometimes providing “Christlike care for the aging” means helping someone learn to aim a crossbow. That was the case earlier this fall as residents of the Baptist Homes’ Arcadia Valley campus circled opening day of deer season on their calendars. Baptist Homes & Healthcare Ministries (BHHM) staff partnered with the National Deer Association’s Field to Fork Hunter Recruitment program to host the first of what they hope are many Senior Deer Hunts, Sept. 15-16, at the Arcadia … [Read more...]
Missouri Baptist apologists debate ‘end times’ views
ST. CHARLES – Few topics bring as much passion and differing positions as eschatology – the theological field that deals with the end times. Thus four of the most common views of the end times made a perfect topic for a pre-annual meeting debate hosted by the Missouri Baptist Apologetics Network, Oct. 23. Moderated by David Van Bebber, pastor of Linn Valley Baptist Church in Linn Valley, Kan., four Missouri Baptist apologists took positions (that were not necessarily their own personal … [Read more...]
Seek revival, Elliff urges Missouri Baptists
ST. CHARLES – Revival is not a sign in a yard proclaiming a church meeting is coming Monday night. It’s the extraordinary movement of the spirit of God among His people that produces extraordinary results. That was Bill Elliff’s message as he spoke to the Missouri Baptist Convention annual meeting, Oct. 24, here. Elliff is the founder and national engage pastor of The Summit Church in Little Rock, Ark. He is also the pastor/church director for OneCry!, a ministry promoting spiritual … [Read more...]
Missouri WWII vet ‘mystified’ regiment
Hudson, a retired Missouri Baptist pastor, soon to celebrate 100 years BOLIVAR – In May of 1945, three months before the end of fighting in the Pacific in World War II, a short notice with a Philippines dateline appeared in the Chicago Tribune. It bore an intriguing headline: “Missouri private’s secret mystifies whole regiment.” It told the tale of Private Gineth E. Hudson, a 23-year-old jeep driver from Cainsville, Mo., a tiny town just south of the Iowa border. According to the article, … [Read more...]
‘Lifemark’: pro-life, must-see film
KANSAS CITY – Every time I see a movie by the Kendrick brothers (“Fireproof,” “Courageous,” “War Room”), I leave the theater saying the same thing: “They’re getting really good at this.” I said the same thing leaving “Lifemark.” Indeed, with each project they produce, the Christian filmmakers up their game and deliver something that not only inspires, edifies, and uplifts, but it succeeds in actually being entertaining. Still in theaters and available for streaming soon, “Lifemark” is … [Read more...]
Pro-life VBS introduces kids to value of God’s creation
BROOKFIELD – Summer has flown by quickly and kids are preparing to head back to the classroom, but summer has been sweet spot for one of the most effective tools Missouri Baptists have: Vacation Bible School. For 50 kids in Brookfield, that meant a week that emphasized the biblical truth that each life is a precious gift from God with a pro-life VBS. Cindy Blakely, co-director of VBS at Park Baptist Church here, said it was a very timely and effective message for their … [Read more...]
‘Big-time blessing’: More than 100 Campers on Mission swarm Gasconade Valley camp
BLAND – Who better to work on a Baptist camp, than campers? One hundred and one volunteers from Campers on Mission moved into the Gasconade Valley Baptist Association Camp in late April, completing a long list of projects for the camp – from sewing and hanging curtains to replacing windows; from installing siding to tearing down an old cabin. “It’s overwhelming when all those people show up, but they get an amazing amount done,” said Trent Young, director of missions for Gasconade Valley … [Read more...]
Crowder College BSU students, Shoal Creek Association partner with Utah church plant
MORGAN, Utah – Spring break is typically a time when college students relax and perhaps head to the beach. But a group of 10 from the Baptist Student Union at Crowder College in Neosho spent their time away from classes, March 12-19, partnering with a North American Mission Board church planter in the heart of Mormon/Latter Day Saints territory. The trip was part of an ongoing partnership between Shoal Creek Baptist Association and Morgan Grace Church. That church was originally planted … [Read more...]
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