Author Archives: Dr. Paul Chitwood

Southern Baptist Terrorists? A response to Mike Greer

By Dr. Paul Chitwood | Published: May 18, 2014

In a ludicrous and highly offensive article recently published by Associated Baptist Press, Mike Greer likens Southern Baptists to one of the most brutal, murdersome terror cells in the world. Greer writes: “Boko Haram and Southern Baptists have some things in common. Both are seeking to counteract or derail what is perceived by them to […]

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Numbers a cause for celebration and concern

By Dr. Paul Chitwood | Published: May 13, 2014

Jesus said, “There is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” Last week’s Western Recorder featured an article celebrating 26,567 membership additions claimed by Kentucky Baptist Convention churches through our Southern Baptist reporting system known as the Annual Church Profile (ACP). That number is eye-catching when you consider […]

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Guest Post: Going is NOT an option

By Dr. Paul Chitwood | Published: May 6, 2014

The following is a guest column from Eric Allen, Missions Mobilization team leader for the Kentucky Baptist Convention. Eric and his team post regularly at www.kyandbeyond.org. Going as a witness to our community, state, nation and world, is not an option, it is a mandate given to us by Christ himself. Matthew 28:19-20 says that […]

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Kentucky institutions stepping up to help Mid-Continent students

By Dr. Paul Chitwood | Published: April 29, 2014

Mid-Continent University in Mayfield, Ky., recently announced that it will close its doors on June 30, leaving many students scrambling to figure out how and where they can continue their studies. Several Kentucky Baptist institutions have already stepped up to extend help to Mid-Continent students: Clear Creek reaches out to former Mid-Continent students Campbellsville University […]

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Kentuckians need to look to constitution on gambling

By Dr. Paul Chitwood | Published: April 29, 2014

Last week’s Western Recorder included an article on the influence of Baptists upon Kentucky state government. The article is cause for rejoicing since our Baptist voice is still being heard on issues like religious liberty, the sanctity of marriage, and defense of the poor. With the 2014 legislative session having come to a close, the […]

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