Resurgence

I am now a blogger.
Before we start on this week's blog, let me tell you where the name, "on the wall" comes from. The book of Ezekiel records a watchmen on the wall who is assigned the task of scanning the horizon to see if any challenge is coming. Of course, this blog will be scanning the horizon to see what might be an event we need to pay attention too. Remember, this is opinion and sometimes I might not even agree with myself. So, here we go....
Southern Baptists have been known for numerous things through the years. We have stood tall at times on issues and we have avoided issues that make us uncomfortable. We have been evangelistic and centered our fellowship as churches on our common missionary efforts. I really do believe we can accomplish more working together than apart.
Times, however have changed for some churches and pastors. We are not working together as we once did. The attendance at associational meetings and convention meetings is getting "older". We are all too familiar with the conservative resurgence and the stress and strain that SBC life has felt. And now, there is a new movement started by convention president, Johnny Hunt.
He has posted a document called, "A Great Commission Resurgence". It is his belief that we need to refocus on the great commission to fulfill our mandate in missions and evangelism. We all agree. Where the problem lies for some is in his 10 commitments. You can read his complete statement at:theGreatcommissionresurgence.com. Most of his thoughts are welcomed. But many in our denomination worry about number 9 which calls for a more effective convention structure.
I have no problem evaluating our current structure. We should never be afraid to see if things are working or if we can do a better job in our churches as well as our denominational structure. The question really lies with who does the evaluating? Do they already have an agenda? Do they actually love southern Baptists? I think it is fine to look at ourselves and see if we are doing the best we can with the resources God has given us.
Never forget the local church, under the lordship of Christ, is the foundation of all we do. If it is not, something must change. If it is, we leave it alone.
What do you think?