David Shumate is the editor in charge of our most recent issue of FrontLine, with the subject, “Gambling, What’s the Big Deal?” He also serves as the academic dean of International Baptist College and Seminary in Chandler, Arizona. Dave wrote the lead article for this issue of the magazine. In a recent podcast, we talked…
Read MoreA recent article cross-published on Rooted Thinking and Sharper Iron has elicited a stream of argument. I have one small item to add to the discussion. One commenter mentioned in passing that gluttony is also a sin, with the implication that if one were opposed to alcohol consumption, one should be equally opposed to gluttony.…
Read MoreChristian Nationalism was not even on my radar until this past year. Its resurgence during the Covid era caught many of us by surprise. In this brief survey of Christian Nationalism, I hope to answer six questions: What is Christian Nationalism? Why is Christian Nationalism surging? Is Christian Nationalism biblical? Can Baptists embrace Christian Nationalism?…
Read MoreCan you lose your salvation? Some teach that you can. Others feel like they have. But what does the Word of God promise regarding the eternal security of those who have truly trusted Christ as their Savior? 1. Salvation is God’s Work, Not Your Work. If your eternal destiny relied on you, nothing about your…
Read MoreFRONTLINE Volume 33 • Number 5 Five years ago the Supreme Court ruled that Congress could not prevent states from legalizing sports betting. Now thirty-five states and the District of Columbia allow it. Advertisements for sports-betting sites feature some of the most famous athletes and sports celebrities in the country. It is almost impossible to…
Read MoreDuring our recent Annual Meeting held at Faith Baptist Bible College in Ankeny, Iowa, our theme was “Reclaiming the Great Commission.” Besides the preaching sessions, our speakers and other leaders conducted several outstanding Workshop sessions, most of which we recorded. We offer them along with the audio of the main messages. Faith Taylor conducted a…
Read MoreActs 17:24-31 In a recent opinion piece, Shawn Carney wrote: ”Anti-Christian sentiment has existed for some time, but has been amplified in recent years by a culture that seeks to undermine traditional values and beliefs. The crusade against Christianity is fueled by a radical Left that refuses to engage in respectful discourse, opting instead for…
Read MoreFor the first time in FBFI history, we have our first Brigadier General Chaplain! Chaplain Colonel Mike Sproul was confirmed by the Senate for promotion to Brigadier General in the Air National Guard with a promotion date of Sept. 1, 2023. Mike’s pin-on ceremony took place at Tri-City Baptist Church in Chandler, AZ at 1…
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