Monthly Archives: October 2009
DBU Pilgrim Chapel
Dallas: On Friday, October 16th I had the honor to participate in the dedication of the Pilgrim Chapel that towers over SW Dallas on the university hill of Dallas Baptist University. The chapel was designed along the lines the first … Continue reading
Filed under BGCT, BGCT Presidential Journal
Thought Provoking Quote
“A people who are caught up in their own little story will never be willing to lay themselves down as stepping stones for others”–Del Tackett, The Truth Project This quote caught me a bit of guard today. Seeing the “big … Continue reading
Filed under Devotion
Wayland Baptist Missions Center
Plainview: This week I had the opportunity to participate in a strategy planning meeting for the new Wayland Missions Center led by Dr. Rick Shaw. This new mission center located on the high plains of Texas has a vision to … Continue reading
Filed under BGCT Presidential Journal
David Edwards: We miss you already!
Canyon: This week I was shocked to hear the news that Dr. David Edwards, pastor of First Baptist Church of Corsicana was killed in a tragic car accident when the car he was driving was hit head on by on … Continue reading
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Howard Payne: Perfect Storm
Brownwood: This week I participated in the board of trustee meeting of Howard Payne University. This historic Baptist school in the heart of Texas holds a very special place in my heart. My two oldest daughters graduated from this school, … Continue reading
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BGCT Presidential Journal 30 (Executive Board)
Dallas: This week I had opportunity to participate in the Executive Board meetings in Dallas. This two day meeting is pack with meetings, both formal and informal, as the board oversees the work of the convention between annual meetings. One … Continue reading
Filed under BGCT Presidential Journal
Thought for Today: Is Jesus in the boat?
Allowing fear to cloud your thoughts will lessen your effectiveness as a leader. When you choose to accept the Lord’s helping hand, there is no need to fear.—“Lead Like Jesus Devotional” October 2, 2009 After a long day of ministry, … Continue reading
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Prayers for Bill Wright
This week Bill Wright, pastor of First Baptist Church of Plains, received news that he has advanced stomach cancer and that the cancer has spread to his lymph system. He will begin treatments on Monday with an experimental drug that … Continue reading
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