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S3 Ep. 2: Willy Rice on the SBC Presidency

David Sons and Jared Cornutt sit down with Willy Rice, pastor of Calvary Church in Clearwater (FL) and candidate for President of the Southern Baptist Convention, to talk about the Southern Baptist Convention, his calls for reform, and the future of cooperation.
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com
 

S3 Ep. 1: Gary Hollingsworth on the ERLC

Rob Collingsworth and Griffin Gulledge sit down with Gary Hollingsworth, interim president of the ERLC and past executive for the SCBC, to talk about the ERLC, his tenure as interim, and the future of the entity.
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
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Conviction. Commission. Cooperation.: A 2025 SBC Conversation

We hope you enjoy this recording of our 2025 SBC event "Conviction. Commission. Cooperation." We'll sit down for a discussion with Albert Mohler, Kevin Ezell, J.D. Greear, and Dean Inserra to talk about Baptist convictions, the present debates, and the future of our cooperation. 
 
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
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S2 Ep. 16: SBC 2025 Preview

S2 Ep. 16: SBC 2025 Preview
Some of the Baptist Review leadership team preview what's upcoming at the 2025 Convention in Dallas—including what to expect, what issues will lead the conversation, what we're excited about, and hopes for the Convention.
 
Join us Monday Night, June 9, at 9 pm for our event "Conviction. Commission. Cooperation." We'll sit down for a discussion with Albert Mohler, Kevin Ezell, J.D. Greear, and Dean Inserra to talk about Baptist convictions, the present debates, and the future of our cooperation. Registration is free.
 
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The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com
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S2 Ep. 15: DJ Horton on the 2025 SBC Pastor's Conference

S2 Ep. 15: DJ Horton on the 2025 SBC Pastor's Conference
Jared Cornutt sits down with DJ Horton, President of the 2025 SBC Pastor's Conference, to talk about how the conference aims to serve and bless pastors.
 
Join us Monday Night, June 9, at 9 pm for our event "Conviction. Commission. Cooperation." We'll sit down for a discussion with Albert Mohler, Kevin Ezell, J.D. Greear, and Dean Inserra to talk about Baptist convictions, the present debates, and the future of our cooperation. Registration is free.
 
Click here to register.
 
 
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com
Thanks to our podcast sponsor:
Communio
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S2 Ep. 14: Bruce Frank and Dean Inserra on Abuse Reform

S2 Ep. 14: Bruce Frank and Dean Inserra on Abuse Reform
Jared Cornutt and George Schroeder talk with former SATF chairman Bruce Frank (Pastor, Biltmore Baptist Church) and SBC EC Member Dean Inserra about the Abuse Reform effort in retrospective, the attempts at a revisionist history of the crisis and where things stand today.
 
00:00 Introduction to the Conversation
01:07 The Early Days of the SATF + EC
07:43 Resistance and Internal Conflicts
11:42 Understanding the Context of Decisions
14:19 The Nature of the Crisis
22:47 Improvements in Church Safety Practices
25:19 Resistance Beyond the Task Force
27:14 The DOJ Investigation and Its Implications
37:14 Reflections on the Task Force's Work
49:02 Current State and Future of the SBC
 
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com
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S2 Ep. 13: Clint Pressley on SBC 2025

S2 Ep. 13: Clint Pressley on SBC 2025
Jared Cornutt and Andrew Hebert sit down with SBC President Clint Pressley for a wide ranging conversation about many issues around the SBC. Clint shares more about the chosen theme 'Hold Fast', the dynamics of the business meeting, key motions such as the Law Amendment, and the importance of unity within the convention. Clint also shares insights from his travels, highlighting the encouraging depth of faith among Southern Baptists while addressing the challenges of a pastor shortage.
 
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
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S2 Ep. 12: Albert Mohler on the SBC, ERLC, Abuse Reform and More

S2 Ep. 12: Albert Mohler on the SBC, ERLC, Abuse Reform and More
Jared Cornutt and Griffin Gulledge sit down with SBTS President Albert Mohler for a wide ranging conversation about many issues around the SBC. Is it right to say the SBC had a sexual abuse crisis? What are the implications of the law amendment regarding church leadership? What is the the role of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission (ERLC) and its future? What about the ongoing challenges of race and reconciliation?
 
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com
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S2 Ep. 11: David Dockery on SWBTS, Institutional Recovery, and Theological Identity

S2 Ep. 11: David Dockery on SWBTS, Institutional Recovery, and Theological Identity
Jared Cornutt and Griffin Gulledge sit down with SWBTS President David Dockery to talk about the seminary's recovery from financial challenges, its theological identity, and the state of the conservative resurgence within the Southern Baptist Convention. Dr. Dockery shares insights from his personal history, particularly regarding racial issues, and emphasizes the importance of conviction and civility in theological debates.
 
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
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S2 Ep. 10: Kevin Ezell on Church Planting, Transparency, and the SBC

S2 Ep. 10: Kevin Ezell on Church Planting, Transparency, and the SBC
Jared Cornutt and Rob Collingsworth sit down with Dr. Kevin Ezell to talk about the work at NAMB, calls for transparency, and the most pressing issues at the 2025 SBC.
 
Kevin Ezell serves as President of the North American Mission Board.
 
The Baptist Review exists for Southern Baptists to engage in good faith discussion about the issues, current events, and questions that matter in our Convention.
To follow the conversation, read The Baptist Review online at www.thebaptistreview.com
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