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Weighing in on faith and life.
B.H. Carroll faculty members, students, and those who support its mission desire to create dialog and stoke critical thinking about important topics which relate to faith and life in this world. Below are posts from diverse authors, whose views contribute to the ongoing discussion of these areas. The positions of the authors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of B.H. Carroll Theological Seminary, its faculty, and its governors.
Into the Octagon: Christians and Politics in an Era of Ambiguity
Battered and Bruised I am a grizzled veteran of “the culture wars.” In the old days, it was (supposedly) easy to tell who were the good guys and who were the bad guys. Participants in the political process could be plotted along a...
Three Crosses: Devotional Thoughts for Good Friday
There were three crosses on Calvary that day. Three men were doomed to die, and then Jesus was thrust into their midst. We know little about these men other than that they were robbers and violent men. There's a good chance that these men...
Reflections on the Resurrection
The women went out and fled from the tomb, for they were trembling and confused. They did not say anything to anyone, for they were afraid. Mark 16:8 Triumphant Epic or Human Tragedy? From our perspective, the resurrection can feel like...
3 Keys to a More Successful Small Group Ministry
Henrietta Mears: Small Group Pioneer You have probably never heard her name: Henrietta Mears. But evangelist Billy Graham has written that, among women, only his mother and his wife, Ruth, have had more influence on his life and work than...
Leaders Edge Summit – Updated, Event Canceled
EVENT CANCELED April 8, 20177:30 am – 2:30 pm B. H. Carroll Theological Institute will be hosting the Leaders Edge Summit sponsored by Texas Baptists on April 8, 2017, 7:30 am – 2:30 pm, at the Carroll Center in Irving. The...
A Gospel-Centered Response to Evil
Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave himself for our sins, so that he might deliver us from this present, evil age according to the will of our God and Father, to him be glory forever and ever,...
Save the Date for the Frank and Pauline Patterson Spring Colloquy
A Peacemaking Harvest will be the topic for the 2017 Frank and Pauline Patterson Spring Colloquy. The colloquy will feature three plenary speakers who will address the topic of peacemaking in terms of Biblical Faith, Baptist Life and in...
Global Nexus Newpoints – March 2017
In the News Dr. David Ritsema featured in the Baptist Standard From the President A Church and A Visit: The Carroll Way From the Community Celebrating Lent Why Lent? How to Celebrate Lent For Every Season Genuine Worship...
Beyond the Bake Sale: Five Places to Look for Missions Money You Might Have Missed
In a small church, money is always an issue. Each member's financial situation and giving level can have a meaningful impact on the budget. Ministry budgets are small, and in small towns, most of your members live on a modest income...
Are You A Peacemaker?
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. Matthew 5:9 What kind of person are you? Are you someone who fosters healthy relationships, or does conflict seem to follow you wherever you go? Do people feel better...