by Karl Fickling | Jul 12, 2018 | Carroll Community
We’ve all heard the recent abuse stories. The victim feels helpless, uncertain of what to do. Maybe the victim says nothing to the abuser. Maybe the victim protests. It doesn’t matter. The abuse goes on. The victim retreats into silence. To speak up is a fearful...
by Wade Berry | Jul 10, 2018 | Carroll Community
Series Introduction For more than a year now, my writing for the B. H. Carroll Theological Institute has focused on the analysis of contemporary issues in the light of biblical and theological reflection. It is important to do this task; we need to ask how the Bible...
by Gene Wilkes | Jul 5, 2018 | Carroll Community
The effectiveness of a leader arises out of what I call the “Leadership Matrix.” The quality and skills of a leader alone do not determine the effectiveness of a leader. The four elements identified in this matrix work together to produce the end result of leadership:...
by Wade Berry | Jul 3, 2018 | Carroll Community
Reflecting on Independence Day leaves me filled with complex and conflicting emotions. On the one hand, I am inspired by the vision that motivated the founding of America. The idea that people can live free in a just society still captures the imaginations of people...
by Stephen Suffron | Jun 28, 2018 | Carroll Community
When I am out of town, I am often asked where Stephens, Arkansas is located. If someone is somewhat familiar with Arkansas, I ask if they know where Camden and Magnolia are. If they do, I say that US-79 goes connects Magnolia and Camden and about halfway between them,...
by Wade Berry | Jun 26, 2018 | Carroll Community
Over the past two weeks, we have been exploring the complexities of implementing an ethic of forgiveness, reconciliation, and restoration in an age of outrage. This week, I want to continue our conversation by exploring some practical scenarios where forgiveness,...
