Dr. Chapman’s blog today has some excellent questions, and a reminder about the one whom we serve. He states:

The beginning of our Convention was characterized by deep biblical convictions that led men to sacrifice their will to the Will of the Father. Our future was a bright as the promises of God. Thousands upon thousands have been saved due to the faithful witness of all who have gone before us. We stand upon their shoulders and listen as others identify us as the largest non-Catholic denomination in the world. We have experienced “showers of blessings” from above and have reason to be eternally grateful for the heritage of our yesteryears and the opportunities of our tomorrows.

God raised up a large army of believers called Southern Baptists. Whether we shall be as mighty as the smaller armies that preceded us is open to question. Our Convention has changed. Our annual rate of baptisms has slowed and in danger of declining. Confusion has been interjected into the trustees and staffs of our entities. Special interest groups are desperate for their place in the sun. There are many possible answers, but so little wonder-working power. Could it be that we have become accustomed to the power generated by human will and less dependent upon the spiritual power generated by an almighty God who created the heavens and the earth and all therein? Have we become accustomed to doing too many things our way instead of His Way? Time will tell. Until then may God help us ensure that His Spirit reigns supreme leading us to abandon self for a close walk with the Savior.