Why I Write

A much needed blog update.

Why I am a Southern Baptist

While I could still change my mind in the coming years, this is why I am more than content identifying with Southern Baptists.

The Sacraments, Unity, and Jesus’ Will

Why is a proper understanding of baptism and the Lord's Supper critical? . . . John 17:21-23.

“Vengeance is Mine,” God Reminds

John continues his letter by introducing the outpouring of God's wrath on the world. . . . Revelation 16:1.

Unity in Christ’s Broken Body

With a million understandings of the Lord's Supper available, Christians fail to display the unity for which Christ prayed. . . . 1 Corinthians 11:17-34.

What is Baptism?

Baptism is a unifying aspect of Christianity (Ephesians 4:4), and as such, the vast array of viewpoints on the topic make Jesus' prayer in John 17:21 a seeming impossibility. What does the Bible say about baptism? . . . 1 Peter 3:21.

Ramadan 1 — Do You Pursue Righteousness?

A reflection for the first day of Ramadan. Are you a promoter of corruption or of righteousness? . . . Al-Baqara 8, 11-12.

I Dream of Unity

If Jesus will not return until all nations have heard the Gospel (and are represented with believers), then our focus must be the unity of the Church. . . . John 17:21.