The Arkansas Razorbaptist(s)

2006-10-20T11:42:00.000-07:00

2006-10-19T22:13:00.000-07:00

The chair is against the wall. Someone is waiting to sit down.

2006-09-30T23:31:00.000-07:00

What have you said in a sermon that you regretted?Have you ever had a "pitching tents" moment?

2006-09-30T23:17:00.000-07:00

Another converger (Jeff Crook) lectures

2006-09-30T23:14:00.000-07:00

This converging Joshua (Brad Reynolds) needs to take a chill pill!

2006-09-26T15:21:00.000-07:00

APB on PPLWe've been taking a little time off lately and will soon get back into the swing of things. In the mean time, if you are Baptist, are from Arkansas, have a private prayer language, and are willing to talk about it, please e-mail us at ArkRazorbaptist@aol.com.

2006-09-17T21:38:00.000-07:00

Dear Dr. Frank S. Page,Sincerely in Christ,Dr. Wm. Dwight McKissic

2006-09-17T12:15:00.000-07:00

Where is Dr. Timothy Pierce? If one were to try to call SWBTS professor Tim Pierce, one would hear on his voicemail message that he is out of the country until 2007. We have heard from some on campus that the Emperor… sorry, Dr. Patterson has forced him out, which is strange because Dr. Pierce is an elected faculty member. No, this does not mean he is a Calvinist, but it does mean he

2006-09-13T18:52:00.000-07:00

FRANK PAGE and Friends @ SWBTS Chapel Tomorrow SBC President Frank Page will be the special guest speaker at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary tomorrow. We look forward to watching Dr. Page's sermon tomorrow, but we regret that we will not be there to say hello to Pastors Wade Burleson and Ben Cole. Both will be attending tomorrow's chapel service. We received word that the leader of

2006-09-08T11:45:00.000-07:00

COULD THIS MAN BE Paige Patterson's NEXT TARGET? WE HOPE NOT! Head on over to Burleson Central Station and read about the letter he received from a SWBTS student, who referenced Dr. SiegfriedSchatzmann's writings concerning a private prayer language.

2006-09-07T23:02:00.000-07:00

Cry Me a River Mr. ClintonWe don't like to wade to deeply into partisan politics, but we have been amazed by the outcry from Democrats who are upset by ABC's imminent release of the mini-series "The Path to 9/11." Former president Clinton has "demanded" that the network "pull the drama" if changes aren't made.Changes...why are changes needed?Well it appears that Clinton, and many who served in

2006-09-07T19:34:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Robert Parham for including us in his story about bloggers and the One Campaign.Baptist Bloggers Can Help Make Poverty History Robert Parham09-07-06 The One Campaign is a celebrity-centered effort to get the United States to allocate an additional 1 percent of the federal budget to fighting global poverty and AIDS, approximately $25 billion. It has captured the imagination and

2006-09-07T16:20:00.000-07:00

Our friend Kevin from Manila sent us this article from the Chicago Sun-Times. Thanks Kev, the head Razorbaptist is known to push out his pleats way too much. Weighty matter: Is religion making us fat? BY CATHLEEN FALSANI SUN-TIMES COLUMNIST Back in the decadent

2006-09-07T15:58:00.000-07:00

Our hearts and prayers go out to those at Emmanuel Baptist in Enid, for the loss of the four lives earlier this week. We have been part of churches that have suffered through tragic losses like this. It is our prayer that the Lord will pour his grace out on the families and their extended family at the church. The truth is when there is pain in the body of Christ, we all hurt. We pray for Wade

2006-09-07T15:52:00.000-07:00

We're back...no we weren't so embarrassed by Arkansas' loss to USC that we decided to hide. We needed a few days off to take care of a few unrelated matters.

2006-09-01T01:02:00.000-07:00

Here and See More from Dwight McKissic on WFAAWatch the story here

2006-08-31T05:08:00.000-07:00

From today's Dallas Morning News: Minister: Seminary censored sermon Fort Worth: He says it's not on Web because he questioned SBC policy 12:00 AM CDT on Thursday, August 31, 2006 By SAM HODGES / The Dallas Morning News Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth faces a charge of censorship from an unusual source – one of its own trustees. And he says he's the one the

SWBTS story goes mainstream tomorrow morning!

2006-08-30T19:05:00.000-07:00

Our sources tell us that TOMORROW both the Dallas Morning News and the Fort Worth Star-Telegram will carry coverage of the McKissic-Patterson erruption and the fallout that has accompanied. We are told that there are some local Metroplex pastors who will have some tough words for Dr. Patterson and his handling -- we like to refer to it as censorship -- of the situation.Stay tuned ,as soon as we

2006-08-30T18:24:00.000-07:00

McKissic Speaks, and there is no mistaking his words. This is W. Dwight McKissic's Letter to Dr. Paige Patterson in its entirety:August 30, 2006Dr. Paige PattersonSouthwestern Baptist Theological Seminary 2001 W. Seminary Dr.Fort Worth, TX 76115 Dear Dr. Patterson:Thank you again for the opportunity to preach during chapel at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and for the

2006-08-29T21:37:00.000-07:00

We feel that Paige Patterson's statement on Dr. McKissic's chapel sermon is alarming. He has either forgotten his place or forsaken his responsibility.He has either presumed upon the role of trustees to censor another trustee, or he was negligent in not properly vetting his chapel speakers (or his trustees). Patterson's arrogance has reached a new high, or should we say low. His decision

2006-08-29T20:17:00.000-07:00

Trustee McKissic endorses prayer tongue during chapel sermon at Southwestern By Robert Marus Published August 29, 2006 FORT WORTH, Texas (ABP) -- A trustee at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary endorsed the concept of a private prayer language in an Aug. 29 chapel sermon at the institution, setting off a wave of discussion in the Southern Baptist blogosphere and triggering the

2006-08-29T11:26:00.000-07:00

Southwestern trustee and noted pastor Dwight McKissic shocks SWBTS Chapel, announces he has a private prayer language. President Patterson is eating lunch with McKissic right now. Southwestern has not update the video archives on its site as of 1:20 p.m. today.More coming soon!

2006-08-26T08:08:00.000-07:00

ESPN COLLEGE GAMEDAY IS BACK!

2006-08-25T16:07:00.000-07:00

Pop Quiz @ Burleson Central Station...Wade is cranking out some of the best SBC-centric theological blog posts we've read in a long time. His latest is entitled "A Theological Triage Test," which pricks the hearts of Baptists on matters of doctrines where there is disagreement. The focus of Wade's pop quiz rests on how Baptists view other Baptists who hold different views on debatable

2006-08-24T14:22:00.000-07:00

Calvinsim is becoming popular...what?Check out our man Tom Ascol over at the Club Founders. He provides some good commentary on the cover story from latest edition of Christianity Today.Here's Tom: "The article documents what a few people have been saying for the last few years: we are in the early stages of real reformation. Reformed theology certainly is foundational to this reformation, but

2006-08-22T17:35:00.000-07:00

We thought something big was supposed to happen today...?In all seriousness, we have felt deep conviction for sometime for the malice held against our Muslim brothers. The conviction has led us to pray for these people who we do not know. We pray for our missionaries that are behind the lines in the Islamic countries.Something big happened today, we made a commitment to pray everyday that

2006-08-20T11:14:00.000-07:00

A special thank you to the soulin Baltimore, Maryland, who put usover the 100,000 mark.

Coming Soon....

2006-08-18T20:37:00.000-07:00

2006-08-18T19:27:00.000-07:00

Over at Burleson Central Station there is quite a discussion going on. The blog comments have turned into CBF vs. SBC spitting contest. This isn't Wade had intented. Our thoughts are fairly straight forward about many of our friends in the CBF. In my state, many of those who are active in the CBF are both theological and political liberals. We have sat with friends who openly state that

2006-08-16T08:24:00.000-07:00

From the pen of Mark Dever (actually this is from the Together for the Gospel Blog)We think our brother nails it! We must not let this happen in San Antonio. The slogan for likeminded brothers and sisters next year needs to be "Remember the Alamo!"Southern Baptist Mistakeby mdeverAfter 2 months reflection by many pastors, it is increasingly clear that the Southern Baptist Convention has made a

2006-08-14T20:09:00.000-07:00

Dorcas Hawker pays a visit to theExpositor of Enid's Church Read her review of Refuge 7.1 here

2006-08-12T19:07:00.000-07:00

The Road to the Super Bowl Starts Tonight!COWBOYS VS. SEAHAWKS

2006-08-11T09:08:00.000-07:00

Question of the Day, On HypocrisyShould Southern Baptist preachers who murmur on about the evils of beverage alcohol be members of country clubs they serve alcohol or should their churches buy luxury sky boxes at athletic stadiums that serve alcohol and advertise for the alcohol industry.

2006-08-09T21:27:00.000-07:00

What translation of Bible do you use and why?The Geneva Bible(a must have in every personal library)

From TMZ.com...

2006-08-09T18:45:00.000-07:00

Everclear Video: Jesus Hater or Hater Jesus?A contentious debate is starting to brew on various blogs and message boards about the new Everclear video "Hater Jesus." The video is full of religious imagery, and beyond bloggers, is likely raise the ire of certain television Bible-thumpers. In commenting on the song, Everclear's frontman Art Alexakis says: "some people write love songs, some

2006-08-09T14:26:00.000-07:00

And now, a few words from the Slandered: Tom Ascol , Ben Cole and Wade Burleson.

2006-08-09T09:22:00.000-07:00

Bobby's New Book:

2006-08-08T21:38:00.000-07:00

Bobby Welch mistakes father's words for the Inerrant Word of God and slanders and sins against othersThis also from the SBC Life. Welch takes pot shots at Ben Cole and Wade Burleson. We say read the Bible Bobby and quit interpreting the scripture through your own cultural lens! We fought a battle over the Word, quit diluting it.As for Bobby's claim of support for the alcohol resolution, we knew

2006-08-08T21:26:00.000-07:00

Condeee feeling the love from SBC LIFEThe latest edition of SBC Life post portions of an interview with Sec. of State Condoleezza Rice, in which the interviewer skipped over her position on abortion -- she is pro-choice -- and only asked about the Bush Administration. Here is the excerpt:SBC LIFE: Madame Secretary, Southern Baptists have been focused on the sanctity of human life, and we have

2006-08-06T16:56:00.000-07:00

Resumes' Please....From the Arkansas Democrat Gazette:Between pastorsFour Southern Baptist churches are searching for the right men to fill empty pulpits. BY LAURA LYNN BROWN ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE The Rev. Cary Heard goes to Park Hill Baptist Church in North Little Rock every Sunday, like he has for decades. But since January, Heard is no longer in the pulpit; he retired in January after 30

Email The View

2006-08-03T19:49:00.000-07:00

I added the video of the episode where Elisabeth stands her ground. I emailed Elisabeth and Barbara. Do the same if you are so inclined :)

2006-08-03T14:11:00.000-07:00

Sloan recommended as HBU presidentBy Ken CampManaging EditorRobert Sloan, chancellor and controversial former president of Baylor University, appears poised to assume the presidency of Houston Baptist University.The HBU presidential search committee recommended Sloan at a special called meeting of the university’ board of trustees Aug. 1, and the board will reconvene Aug. 8 to vote on the

You Go Liz!!

2006-08-03T11:53:00.000-07:00

Token "View" conservative Elisabeth Hasselbeck doesn't hide her emotions when it comes to the controversy surrounding the morning-after pill. A heated discussion about the subject erupted on Wednesday's show when Barbara Walters brought up that the controversial morning-after pill was being considered for approval for over-the-counter distribution by the FDA. Hasselbeck became visibly upset while

2006-08-02T15:04:00.000-07:00

Poster Titus observes about the IMB issues related to former Chairman Darth Hatley:In this story the Emperor is still keeping his true identity a secret. He is somewhere close, no doubt.

2006-08-01T01:37:00.000-07:00

Dark Clouds Over ArkansasThe State Loses Paul Eells: Sportcaster, Friend, and Follower of Christ.RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. (AP) - Paul Eells, sports director of Little Rock television station KATV for nearly three decades, was killed Monday evening along with another driver in a head-on collision on Interstate 40 at Russellville, state police said.A police report said Eells' car, eastbound near the

2006-07-31T10:51:00.000-07:00

From the Culture Desk...At issue, Church vs. State once again. Read the latest from the LA Times:Churches Putting Town Out of BusinessStafford, Texas, has 51 tax-exempt religious institutions and wants no more: 'Somebody's got to pay for police, fire and schools.'By Lianne HartTimes Staff WriterJuly 31, 2006STAFFORD, Texas — They are not the words one expects to hear from a politician or a

2006-07-29T19:48:00.000-07:00

From the New York TimesDisowning Conservative Politics Is Costly for an Evangelical Pastor By LAURIE GOODSTEIN MAPLEWOOD, Minn. — Like most pastors who lead thriving evangelical megachurches, the Rev. Gregory A. Boyd was asked frequently to give his blessing — and the church’s — to conservative political candidates and causes. The requests came from church members and visitors alike: Would

2006-07-29T12:39:00.000-07:00

IDIOT! IDIOT! IDIOT! IDIOT! IDIOT! IDIOT!From the Arkansas Razorback Sports Network:Little Rock - Darren McFadden, a Razorback tailback chosen for first-team All-SEC honors, has undergone surgery on a joint in his toe and is "doubtful" for Arkansas' season opener against Southern California on Sept. 2, coach Houston Nutt said Saturday.According to a police report, McFadden was involved in a

2006-07-29T08:12:00.000-07:00

Is it time for Darth Hatley to go?

2006-07-28T00:02:00.000-07:00

Why does Tom Hatley do it? Read here.

2006-07-26T20:26:00.001-07:00

Gay Christian: Lance Bass He was "The Shy One." And during the bubblegum pop craze that began in the late '90s, Lance Bass – along with his 'N Sync bandmates Joey Fatone, Chris Kirkpatrick, JC Chasez and Justin Timberlake – was a pinup boy for millions of adoring fans. But as the group rode the boy band wave – their 2000 smash, No Strings Attached, sold a record-breaking 2.4 million copies

2006-07-25T21:18:00.000-07:00

To show we are good sports, we have decided to include this picture of our leader out of costume.

2006-07-25T15:45:00.000-07:00

Givin' Page a ChanceLet us give a shout out to our Baptist brotha James A. Smith for some good stories (and a great OP-ED) in the latest edition of the Florida Baptist Witness.Due to popular demand we have decided to use our favorite pic of Bro. James. We mean him no disrespect, especially after writing these insightful pieces...wait a go Bro. James, great work!Page presidency to ‘get some

2006-07-25T15:33:00.000-07:00

Timothy George gets it! This is classified under the catagory of "required reading."We at the ARB would like to thank Dr. George for penning this wonderful piece.All ecclesial revolutions eventually run out of steam. New concerns emerge, and different leaders come to the fore. It is to early to tell whether the election of Frank Page as president of the Southern Baptist Convention signals such a

2006-07-24T14:45:00.000-07:00

Allen on Page, Mohler and WomenBob Allen's latest piece examines Dr. Albert Mohler's change of heart on the issue of women in the ministry. (Last week on this blog, we suggested that he visit with Dr. Mohler) This piece was a response to his piece about SBC President Frank Page's 26-year old dissertation, "Toward a Biblical Ethic of Women in Ministry."We have communicated with Allen a few times

2006-07-22T22:48:00.000-07:00

Did you see James Merritt's comments about Ben Cole?Is it us, or does Merritt sound really bitter here as he tries to muddy the waters? This came in response to Ben's Dallas Morning News Oped on alcohol: Just a few notes of observation in chronological order: 1. To label anyone who advocates abstinence as "older, narrow fundamentalists" is a gross and misleading caricature. First which of the 5

2006-07-22T17:23:00.000-07:00

From today's New York TimesThis should spark some discussion. Feeling Strains, Baptist Colleges Cut Church Ties By ALAN FINDER GEORGETOWN, Ky. — The request seemed simple enough to the Rev. Hershael W. York, then the president of the Kentucky Baptist Convention. He asked Georgetown College, a small Baptist liberal arts institution here, to consider hiring for its

2006-07-21T17:30:00.000-07:00

Go to Kevin Bussey's blog and comment on this post: Why do you blog?

2006-07-20T16:55:00.000-07:00

Bob Allen Responds-------------- Original message -------------- From: arkrazorbaptist@aol.comBob,How are you? I was just wondering who shared the information about Frank Page's dissertation with you? We have been hearing for a few weeks now that a certain individual has been shopping the story around the state Baptist presses. We wondered who would bite first. In fact, we know of one person in

2006-07-19T17:07:00.000-07:00

Shopping a Story To Make Frank Page Look BadThe Phantom Menace Looms LargeIt is no great secret that there are those in the SBC who are not happy with Frank Page's election as president. The day his candidacy was announced, whisper campaigns were started by those who supported other candidates. They claimed that Dr. Page was not an inerrantist and by extension was a closet liberal. All this was

2006-07-18T22:55:00.000-07:00

Q&A with Rev. Benjamin S. ColeBy BatmanWe at the ARB were granted an instant message interview with Rev. Benjamin Cole, pastor of Parkview Baptist Church in Arlington,Texas, about his new book project. We think we break news here about something that will be of interest to many Southern Baptists.ARB: Is it true that you are writing a book about Paige Patterson?BSC: It is certainly true that

2006-07-17T14:02:00.000-07:00

Can't Get Enough Alcohol?The Dallas Morning News stages Danny Akin vs. Ben Cole orAlcohol vs. DrunkennessBoth men do a good job in their guest columns, but Ben Cole certainly wins the courage award for continuously taking on the establishment and their popular positions with scripture. We hear he is working on a book about Paige Patterson; we look forward to reading it.

2006-07-16T12:41:00.000-07:00

LT. GOVERNOR WIN ROCKEFELLER DIES PEACEFULLYLt. Governor Win Rockefeller, 57, died peacefully at 10:37 a.m. today at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in Little Rock. He was surrounded by his family.. Rockefeller had undergone two bone marrow transplants in Seattle through the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and UW Medicine - the first on October 7, 2005, the

2006-07-16T11:54:00.000-07:00

ARB cited on EthicsDaily.comWe laughed when we referred too as "A popular Southern Baptist blog"Bob Allen writing for Ethics Daily wrote about recent even during the CBF Annual meeting:A throwaway line at last month's Baptist Center for Ethics 15th anniversary luncheon earned the attention of Fox News and rebuttal on a conservative Web site. In his June 22 keynote address at the

More on Southern Baptists & Public Education

2006-07-13T23:28:00.000-07:00

Baptist Group Offers Itself as Resource to Churches Starting a SchoolBy Allie MartinJuly 12, 2006(AgapePress) - The executive director of the Southern Baptist Association of Christian Schools (SBACS) is trying to help pastors nationwide organize viable alternatives to public school education.[...]A proponent of home schooling and Christian education, Gamble says the time for Southern Baptist

2006-07-13T16:15:00.000-07:00

What are your TOP 5 Most Influential Churches?List them here!!!

2006-07-13T06:26:00.000-07:00

View Here The Church Report lists the 50 Most Influential Churches in it's most recent issue. There are five SBC churches listed. What else sticks out at you?

2006-07-13T04:44:00.000-07:00

For those who think Conservative Baptist are the only Baptists who are political, Mark Tooley writes about a interesting speech delievered to the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, where the speaker was reading from his Democrat Party talking points.Excommunicating Fox NewsBy Mark D. TooleyFrontPageMagazine.com | July 13, 2006The head of what used to be the main voice of ecumenical Christianity in

2006-07-11T19:44:00.000-07:00

The power and force of the spoken word and the motivation it inspires are the essence of the new TLC program The Messengers. This innovative eight-part series kicks off July 23 at 10/9c and has a simple yet lofty goal: to find America's next great inspirational speaker. Showcasing 10 speakers from a variety of perspectives, The Messengers explores their ability to communicate the many

2006-07-11T16:45:00.000-07:00

Why we blog...As the IMB trustees prepare to meet in Richmond, they go there with all eyes (and blogs) on what they are doing and watching how they treat their fellow trustees. This is a big meeting for Chairman John Floyd. We'll be praying for everyone.

2006-07-11T07:35:00.000-07:00

Baptist pastor, author Rick Warren invited to speak in North KoreaLAKE FOREST, Calif. (ABP) -- North Korean officials have invited best-selling author and Southern Baptist pastor Rick Warren to preach to at least 15,000 people in the communist country, a spokesperson from Warren’s Saddleback Church confirmed July 5.The spokesperson told Associated Baptist Press that Warren is expected to speak

Romans 8:26

2006-07-09T12:55:00.000-07:00

In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words;

2006-07-07T23:04:00.000-07:00

These guys are supporting Mitt Romneyhttp://www.evangelicalsformitt.org/

House Churches Becoming More Common

2006-07-07T13:25:00.000-07:00

"A recent study has found that as many as one in five U.S. residents attends a house church at least once a month." Here's a really interesting article about a new research study on the growth of house churches.As usual, feel free to discuss and offer thoughts, experiences, etc. in the comments.

2006-07-06T20:46:00.000-07:00

Could you support a Mormon for President in a GOP Primary?Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney was in Arkansas tonight to raise money for the state Republican Party. We couldn't help but wonder if Southern Baptists could support Romney (a noted conservative), who is said to be a top tier candidate, for the Republican presidential nomination in 2008.We know most Baptists view the LDS Church as a cult

Family Values: The Howard Dean Remix

2006-07-06T17:51:00.000-07:00

In what I assume is another effort of Howard Dean's ongoing campaign to reach out to...er, alienate conservative Christians, the values of the Vermont physician have once again been publicly affirmed.In his latest press statement, ahem...salvo, he launches yet another verbal attack he'll soon regret.Responding to a NY Court of Appeals determination that the state constitution does not guarantee

This from Us Magazine's blog

2006-07-05T15:22:00.000-07:00

Britney gets a Christian Life CoachMadonna has friend-divorced Britney Spears after her kabbalah protégé posted a note on her Web site stating: “I no longer study Kabbalah, my baby is my religion.” Madonna introduced Spears to Jewish mysticism in 2003 and in the years that followed was spotted reading up on the religion and wearing Kabbalah’s signature red string.“Madonna spent months

Dependence Day

2006-07-04T21:19:00.000-07:00

Today we have given much deserved attention to our nation's 230th birthday. The fact that we live in America, and our forefathers fought for our independence is something we often don't appreciate. Their sacrifice and commitment to freedom allows us to live unencumbered in our dependence on the providential hand of God. As you celebrate your independence, you should also celebrate your

2006-07-03T17:12:00.000-07:00

The Rileys are heading to the mission field.Brian (a fellow Arkansan) is leaving the world of corporate law and taking his family to do the Lord's work. He blogs about the transition here.

Batgirl has her own user name now

2006-07-03T17:04:00.000-07:00

Happy Independence Day (almost)

2006-07-03T07:32:00.000-07:00

2006-07-01T06:37:00.000-07:00

This is a shout out to our pal Joe Kennedy, who is in New Orleans. Check out his pictures of Ninth Ward and Chalmette.

2006-06-30T23:42:00.000-07:00

Truth, Justice and the Baptist Way!

2006-06-30T21:30:00.000-07:00

This could be the funniest thing we've read this week. This comes from Kevin Stilley's blog: "Despite what Ben Cole, Wade Burleson, Tom Ascol, Marty Duren and others might say about certain other beverages (smile), there has never been, and never will be a drink that is more perfect than milk when it comes direct from the cow. It has now been at least 20 years since I last tasted this nectar of

2006-06-30T21:20:00.000-07:00

Calling Wade Burleson...come in Wade Burleson

2006-06-30T21:10:00.000-07:00

Weighs in on the SBC Alcohol ResolutionWe here at the Arkansas Razorbaptist, certianly respect Dr. Danny Akin. Yesterday, the Florida Baptist Witness ran his column endorsing the alcohol resolution offered and approved by messengers at the convention. Akin acknowledges one truth and that is that scripture doesn't mandate a total abstinence postion on beverage alcohol. He then defends his

2006-06-30T18:54:00.000-07:00

We liked James A. Smith, Sr.'s most recent column.We hope you guys are okay with the purple tinted glasses. We wouldn't want to cause a rift in SBC blogland :)

Bible Education: Reviving an American Tradition

2006-06-30T11:50:00.000-07:00

Heard about this on K-LOVE the other morning:New legislation in South Carolina signed by the governor will allow students to receive elective credit for taking Bible classes off-campus. Read story here.Another story said:About 270,000 students around the country participate in release-time programs, according to the national Bible Education in School Time Network.Only two states - Georgia and now

Public Service Announcement: Mobile Version of ARB

2006-06-30T08:24:00.000-07:00

As you may have noticed in the sidebar, we now have a mobile version of The Arkansas Razorbaptist blog available. Now you can read us on the go, when you travel, or whenever!What inspired this, you ask? (I wouldn't ask that!) Well, we'll tell you anyway. (1) We just thought it was cool, and (2) Boy Wonder took some vacation after Greensboro, sans laptop and internet access, and had to catch up on

Arkansas Supreme Court Strikes Down Gay Foster Parent Ban

2006-06-29T11:00:00.000-07:00

LATEST UPDATE (6/30): Governor Huckabee, just back from a trip from Asia, reacts to court decision. He says the legislature should pass a statutory ban. Read about it here.BREAKING NEWS FROM THE CULTURE DESK:Jun 29, 10:59 AM EDTArk. high court says gays can be foster parentBy ANDREW DEMILLOAssociated Press WriterLITTLE ROCK (AP) -- The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday said that gays can qualify

2006-06-28T15:08:00.001-07:00

A Kinder, Gentler ConservatismNew Southern Baptist leader promises broader involvement.by Ken Walker posted 06/28/2006 10:00 a.m.The nation's largest Protestant denomination does not appear to be changing a 27-year-old conservative direction steered by powerful leaders. But the Southern Baptist Convention's new president is promising broader participation from the ranks of its 42,000

2006-06-27T16:37:00.000-07:00

UPDATE ON EHRLICH This comes to us from the folks at the Family Research Council Maryland Gov. Bob Ehrlich (R) this week named 47-year-old Christopher Panos to fill a Baltimore District Court vacancy. Panos is openly homosexual. He has and his lover, with whom he lives, are raising a young girl. This action comes just a week after Ehrlich fired Robert J. Smith from the Washington Metropolitan

2006-06-27T13:25:00.000-07:00

It's easier to post.June 27th in History1975: Hunting of Finback whales banned1977: French Somaliland becomes the independent country of DjiboutiJune 27th birthdays1462: Louis XII, King of France1844: Joseph Smith, Founder of the Mormon church1846: Charles Stewart Parnell, Irish leader1859: Mildred Hill, Composer of 'Happy Birthday'1880: Helen Keller, American author

2006-06-26T21:36:00.000-07:00

All Over Buffett, not Jimmy, but Warren!Down Shore Drift graciously takes on Warren Buffett's bad theology. Perhaps Guidestone should take an equity position in Berkshire Hathaway.

Get Ready for the Hogs

2006-06-26T20:38:00.000-07:00

Their names are Darren McFadden and Felix Jones and next year they will be sophomores.

Thou Shalt Not Speak of Thy Religion

2006-06-25T19:19:00.002-07:00

From the Culture Desk...The PC Police have claimed another victim - this time at the hands of the Republican Governor of Maryland, Bob Ehrlich.This latest unfortunate episode was both unneccesary and disgraceful.Robert J. Smith, appointed by Governor Ehrlich to the governing board of the Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, recently appeared on a political talk show as a panelist. A regular on

2006-06-25T07:37:00.000-07:00

WARREN BUFFETT REPORTEDLY SAYS HE WILL GIVE AWAY 85 PERCENT OF HIS MORE THAN $40 BILLION FORTUNE. Wow that is a lot of money.

2006-06-23T20:54:00.001-07:00

UPDATE:Here is a little Saturday morning project: Examine your Guidestone Funds -- equities, real estate, etc. -- and tell us what you see. Tad Thompson has done his homework (see below). We want to know what else might send red flags flying.The Catholics Do it Right With Investing! GUIDESTONE might learn something.Reading over on Total Truth, about Tad Thompson's information about

2006-06-23T09:01:00.000-07:00

Ten Weeks and Counting. We started this little blog ten weeks ago while drinking espresso. Thanks to everyone who visits and helps make blogging fun.The Arkansas Razorbaptists

2006-06-23T07:38:00.000-07:00

This is really something.This comes from the New York Times....Senate Report Lists Lobbyist's Payments to Ex-Leader of Christian CoalitionThe report by the Senate Indian Affairs Committee portrayed Mr. Reed, now a candidate for the Republican nomination for lieutenant governor in his home state of Georgia, as a central figure in Mr. Abramoff's lobbying operation, the focus of a criminal