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**SBC This Week**

A weekly news roundup from the Southern Baptist Convention as well as guest interviews from today’s top church leaders.

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Dove Award nominees announced; California wildfire destroys church Aug 13, 2021

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Episode #335

Zach Williams and Elevation church racked up on Dove Award nominations this week, and the Dixie fire severely damaged a Northern California church. Southern Baptists also lost a pair of legends.

News Recap
Elevation Worship, Zach Williams, for KING & COUNTRY lead Dove nods – https://bit.ly/3xDObDD
Fire destroys portion of Northern California church – https://bit.ly/3yJTu5R
Don Stewart, professor emeritus at NOBTS, dies at 85 – https://bit.ly/3sdrNja
Bowden saw his players as more than a jersey, says longtime FSU chaplain – https://bit.ly/2UiuGTs

This Week in SBC History
Historic Chapel to Be Sold
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/889,13-Aug-1957.pdf
SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Redeemed (feat. Branan Murphy, Mia Lazar, Michael Georges Jr.)
Jonathan: MBTS launches ‘CALLED’ online resource

Million dollar gift from Prestonwood to fund IMB work with Muslims; CP giving still above budget Aug 06, 2021

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Episode #334

Prestonwood gave $1M last week for missions work among muslim people groups. Also, CP giving remains more than $6M above budget.

News Recap
Prestonwood’s $1M gift to fund new IMB work among Muslim people groups – https://bit.ly/2VnrXsx
Iowa Baptists commit additional $1M to discipleship, church planting, missions – https://bit.ly/3CjUqA5
Cooperative Program giving remains strong through summer months – https://bit.ly/3jtslh4
Pastors to gather in Anaheim for annual meeting preparation – https://bit.ly/3ju8mPg
Class-action lawsuit claims RZIM covered up abuse, misled donors – https://bit.ly/2WRZtqX
Independent review task force releases update, calls for proposals – https://bit.ly/3Cr7bIT
Evangelist Wade Morris, 51, dies after battle with COVID-19 – https://bit.ly/3jpSPQq

This Week in SBC History
“No Excuse Sunday” Brought ‘Em Back
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4240,05-Aug-1976.pdf
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Learn more at texasbaptist.com.

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Book of the Dun Cow
Jonathan: Into the Mystery

Southern Baptist seminaries recognized for continued growth Jul 30, 2021

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Episode #333

Two Southern Baptist seminaries have been recognized for their growth over the past five years. Also, Amy’s back from her hiatus.

News Recap
Southern Baptist seminaries shine in enrollment report – https://bit.ly/3fcIINC
New online program Hispanic director at SBTS; Daub promoted at SEBTS – https://bit.ly/37bVFCO
GuideStone authorizes Mission:Dignity benefit increase; Hawkins affirms Dilbeck, promises to be ‘greatest supporter’ – https://bit.ly/3xdt4HZ

This Week in SBC History
Baptist Three-Cent Problem Is Coming Home at Last
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/350,30-Jul-1951.pdf
SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Robertson County Hispanic programs
Jonathan: Sweet 31 Baking Co.

An interview with Somer Nowak; 12 women file suit against Liberty University Jul 23, 2021

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Episode #332

Somer Nowak joins the pod to discuss her role with the IMB as well as sex abuse prevention. Also this week, a major conference returned to Ridgecrest after a year off due to the pandemic and a lawsuit was filed by 12 women against Liberty University.

News Recap
Many first-timers as Lifeway Black church confab returns onsite – https://bit.ly/3rtvGQO
Lawsuit filed by 12 women against Liberty University – https://bit.ly/36YUFlE
Litton releases video update after task force’s first meeting – https://bit.ly/2V4SSbS
McCoy joins BGCT; SWBTS adds six faculty – https://bit.ly/3hW30wx

This Week in SBC History
90-year-old Baptized by Minister Grandson
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/478,21-Jul-1956.pdf
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Learn more at texasbaptist.com.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Just Ask
Jonathan: Make Disciples of All Nations

Personnel moves in the Convention and an interview with Todd Unzicker Jul 16, 2021

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Episode #331

A couple of personnel moves in the Convention highlight the news this week, and Todd Unzicker joins the program to talk about his new role in North Carolina.

News Recap
Carson-Newman announces Akin for new position of vice president for church relations and campus ministries – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiA
George Schroeder to lead Southwestern Seminary institutional relations – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiA

This Week in SBC History
Southern Baptist leaders called to day of prayer
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/193,16-Jul-1948.pdf
SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. The church needs leaders with deep theological knowledge and hands-on ministry experience. At Southwestern Seminary, you’ll get both. The Southwestern faculty is dedicated to providing faithfully biblical teaching, as well as walking alongside students as they grow in ministry. If you are called to serve God’s church, then Southwestern is ready to help you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu.

Resources of the Week
Amy: It’s Not Your Turn: What to Do While You’re Waiting for Your Breakthrough
Jonathan: The Visual Word: Illustrated Outlines of the New Testament Books

Litton names task force; ERLC search team named Jul 09, 2021

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Episode #330

SBC President Ed Litton has named the task force charged with overseeing an independent review of the SBC Executive Committee’s handling of sex abuse claims. Also this week, a presidential search team was named for the ERLC. We also sat down with SBC Registration Secretary Don Currence to talk about his role and that wacky day in 2016.

News Recap
Litton names task force to oversee third-party review of SBC Executive Committee – https://bit.ly/36oh0Zh
ERLC presidential search committee named – https://bit.ly/3qY05GH
Cirincione named Nevada executive director-treasurer – https://bit.ly/3xuWPF2
CP giving heads into final quarter $6.1M above budget – https://bit.ly/36rUkaM

This Week in SBC History
Disney boycott could reflect civil rights, Kmart examples
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/08-JUL-1996.PDF
Southern Baptists end 8-year Disney boycott – https://nbcnews.to/3yGqqeX
SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Don’t miss the Ministry Now Conference on September 27-29 at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth, TX. This conference is founded on an unyielding commitment to biblical truth, built by expert practitioners, and designed to encourage and equip church leaders for every area of ministry. Keynote speakers include pastors Juan Sanchez and Matt Carter, as well as Southwestern president Adam W. Greenway. Worship will be led by Keith and Kristyn Getty, Travis Cottrell, and the Southwestern School of Church Music and Worship. Learn more at swbts.edu/ministrynow2021.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News
Jonathan: Alpha and Omega, Journey Worship Co.

An interview with Ed Litton Jul 02, 2021

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Episode #329

Newly-elected SBC president Ed Litton joins the podcast to discuss a video showing similarities in a sermon he preached with that of former SBC president J.D. Greear. Litton also talks about his desires for the SBC moving forward and the task force he will name related to a motion calling for an independent review of the SBC Executive Committee’s handling of sex abuse claims.

NOTE: There was an audio issue with Ed’s airpods. They died in the middle of the interview, and he switched to a corded headset. That’s the reason for the audio change.

News Recap
Litton, Greear say Litton had permission to borrow from sermon – https://bit.ly/3jCeVRr

This Week in SBC History
Gallup Poll Shows Strong Support for Hunger Efforts
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/4872,29-Jun-1979.pdf
This summer, Southwestern Seminary announced a new name and vision for their undergraduate college. Scarborough College is now Texas Baptist College! TBC exists to glorify God by providing trustworthy Christian higher education for more faithful Kingdom service. Wherever God calls you, you can get the Christ-centered, Scripture-driven, and student-focused education you need at Texas Baptist College. Learn more at texasbaptist.com.

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Declaration of Independence
Jonathan: A Capitol Fourth

SBC Annual Meeting messenger breakdown; New research from Lifeway on sex abuse and pastors Jun 25, 2021

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Episode #328

This year’s SBC Annual Meeting was the largest in 25 years. On this episode, Amy and Jonathan breakdown the messenger composition and discuss why so many messengers attended the meeting. Also, Lifeway has some new research on pastoral disqualification for sexual sin.

News Recap
Largest SBC gathering in 25 years spurred by first-time messengers, geographical proximity to Nashville – https://bit.ly/3qrQ3Nu
Women gather at SBC to celebrate theological scholarship – https://bit.ly/3qtH9PU
U.S. Protestant pastors say sexually abusive ministers should step down permanently – https://bit.ly/3vQ0USI
Pastor charged with sex offenses – https://bit.ly/35Rdvud

This Week in SBC History
Baptist Church Youth Slated to Replace Carol Burnett on TV
http://media.sbhla.org.s3.amazonaws.com/3208,24-Jun-1971.pdf
SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Canyon by Ellie Holcomb
Jonathan: The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill

#SBC21 Recap Episode Jun 18, 2021

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Episode #327

The 2021 SBC Annual Meeting is now behind us. On this episode, Jonathan and Amy recap the big news, the news you may have missed, and some of the favorite moments from the week.

#SBC21 Recap
Sunday
https://mailchi.mp/sbc/send-conference-kicks-off-sbc21-week-sbc-morning-briefing
Monday
https://mailchi.mp/sbc/ec-declines-sex-abuse-motion-elects-officers-sbc-morning-briefing
Tuesday
https://mailchi.mp/sbc/litton-elected-sbc-president-sbc-morning-briefing
Wednesday
https://mailchi.mp/sbc/motion-spurs-task-force-to-oversee-ec-review-sbc-morning-briefing
https://mailchi.mp/sbc/sbc-elects-litton-takes-control-of-ec-review-sbc-morning-briefing
SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/.

Floyd commissions independent review of SBC Executive Committee; SWBTS renames college Jun 11, 2021

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Episode #326

It’s Annual Meeting time, but before things start, there was a big announcement from the SBC Executive Committee, and Southwestern Seminary had a major announcement of their own.

News Recap
SBC Executive Committee will undergo independent review – https://bit.ly/3whZ7qB
Floyd joins Slade in calling for independent review of allegations – https://bit.ly/3pPtSAD
SWBTS announces new name, vision for undergraduate college – https://bit.ly/3wgWrJT
NAMB, SBCV partnership; Allen named SWBTS director of news and information – https://bit.ly/35qSIxD
Westbrook to serve as executive director State Convention of Baptists in Ohio – https://bit.ly/3pSXLjK
Lifeway’s 2022 VBS theme sparks kids’ creativity – https://bit.ly/3pSeymT
Rick Warren announces retirement from Saddleback – https://bit.ly/3gggfr1
Food trucks made available for SBC messengers in Nashville – https://bit.ly/3pLq8Qz
Feinstein to be nominated for SBC 2nd VP – https://bit.ly/3pM9X5R
Adam Blosser to be nominated for SBC recording secretary – https://bit.ly/35gf9Fz
Full schedule for Vision Stage announced – https://bit.ly/3wliDlZ
SBC This Week is sponsored by Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, where you can get the theological training and the hands-on experience you need to thrive in ministry. Wherever and however God is calling you to serve the church and fulfill the Great Commission, SWBTS offers a degree path to equip you. Whether you are pursuing a bachelor, masters, or doctoral degree, Southwestern Seminary is here to walk alongside you as you live your calling. Learn more at swbts.edu/.

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Jonathan: Into the Mystery

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Amy: Robertson County Hispanic programs
Jonathan: Sweet 31 Baking Co.

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News Recap
Carson-Newman announces Akin for new position of vice president for church relations and campus ministries – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiA
George Schroeder to lead Southwestern Seminary institutional relations – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiA

Resources of the Week
Amy: It’s Not Your Turn: What to Do While You’re Waiting for Your Breakthrough
Jonathan: The Visual Word: Illustrated Outlines of the New Testament Books

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Resources of the Week
Amy: Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News
Jonathan: Alpha and Omega, Journey Worship Co.

Episode #329

News Recap
Litton, Greear say Litton had permission to borrow from sermon – https://bit.ly/3jCeVRr

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Declaration of Independence
Jonathan: A Capitol Fourth

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Jonathan: The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill

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Resources of the Week Amy: Robertson County Hispanic programsJonathan: Sweet 31 Baking Co.

Episode #332

Resources of the Week Amy: Just AskJonathan: Make Disciples of All Nations

Episode #331

News Recap Carson-Newman announces Akin for new position of vice president for church relations and campus ministries – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiAGeorge Schroeder to lead Southwestern Seminary institutional relations – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiA

Resources of the Week Amy: It’s Not Your Turn: What to Do While You’re Waiting for Your BreakthroughJonathan: The Visual Word: Illustrated Outlines of the New Testament Books

Episode #330

Resources of the Week Amy: Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the NewsJonathan: Alpha and Omega, Journey Worship Co.

Episode #329

News Recap Litton, Greear say Litton had permission to borrow from sermon – https://bit.ly/3jCeVRr

Resources of the Week Amy: The Declaration of IndependenceJonathan: A Capitol Fourth

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Resources of the Week
Amy: Redeemed (feat. Branan Murphy, Mia Lazar, Michael Georges Jr.)
Jonathan: MBTS launches ‘CALLED’ online resource

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Book of the Dun Cow
Jonathan: Into the Mystery

Resources of the Week
Amy: Robertson County Hispanic programs
Jonathan: Sweet 31 Baking Co.

Resources of the Week
Amy: Just Ask
Jonathan: Make Disciples of All Nations

News Recap
Carson-Newman announces Akin for new position of vice president for church relations and campus ministries – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiA
George Schroeder to lead Southwestern Seminary institutional relations – https://bit.ly/3ifSyiA

Resources of the Week
Amy: It’s Not Your Turn: What to Do While You’re Waiting for Your Breakthrough
Jonathan: The Visual Word: Illustrated Outlines of the New Testament Books

Resources of the Week
Amy: Reading the Times: A Literary and Theological Inquiry into the News
Jonathan: Alpha and Omega, Journey Worship Co.

News Recap
Litton, Greear say Litton had permission to borrow from sermon – https://bit.ly/3jCeVRr

Resources of the Week
Amy: The Declaration of Independence
Jonathan: A Capitol Fourth

Resources of the Week
Amy: Canyon by Ellie Holcomb
Jonathan: The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill

Resources of the Week
Amy: Devin Maddox Restaurant Reviews
Jonathan: John Powell Memorial Toss