Weekly Update

Committing to pray for our neighbors

Oct 30, 2025

As we wrap up the month of October, we are anticipating our Annual Meeting in Abilene, November 16-18. I hope you are making plans to come and to bring others with you.

God’s kingdom displays unity and harmony

Oct 22, 2025

What a great reminder from Jesus about the consequences of division. How important it is for those of us who are part of God’s kingdom to relate and work in harmony, to be of one mind and one spirit.

Does pursuing cooperation in missions with churches in Texas and outside of Texas compromise doctrinal soundness?

Oct 15, 2025

Texas Baptists exists for the purpose of cooperating for missions. Together, we can do more than any church or Christian organization can do by itself. 

The spiritual beauty in collaboration

Oct 10, 2025

This has been an exciting week of ministry for me. As I have participated in several events around the state, I am thankful for how God brings us together to build up His body. What a privilege it is to collaborate for the sake of the kingdom!

Is GC2 an effort for BGCT to become a national convention as an alternative to the SBC?

Sep 30, 2025

This week, my wife and I were blessed to participate in our Texas Baptists Church Starters Retreat in Galveston.

How is the current GC2 Strong initiative different from previous GC2 emphases?

Sep 24, 2025

As we approach the Texas Baptists Annual Meeting, Nov. 16-18 in Abilene, TX, we are anticipating the opportunity to explore our theme: “Live Out GC2: Love God, Love People, Make Disciples.”

Being united in Christ

Sep 17, 2025

This last week has been filled with so many emotions. In regard to ministry, I have had the opportunity of participating in several joyful celebrations. I have also navigated with staff and church leaders the tense moments our country is experiencing.

Being Faithful where God has called us

Sep 5, 2025

I hope you had a blessed Labor Day weekend. I did! We had our extended family over for a grill out, watermelon and even s’mores. It’s like summer met fall on the same day. Even the weather was so.

Being Faithful in the Task

Aug 29, 2025

As we honor the legacy of mission leaders who have come before us, may Texas Baptists be found faithful in the task the Lord Jesus has given us!

Doing kingdom work together

Aug 20, 2025

I believe churches, associations and the state convention share similar challenges in budget development. The needs around us are great. The opportunities for ministry are abundant. Yet, the financial resources often seem limited.

Healthy churches require healthy ministers

Aug 12, 2025

We believe that healthy churches and healthy ministerial leaders will naturally be on mission with God. Churches and pastors who are Great Commandment and Great Commission Strong will be strong in partnering for missions locally and globally.

He is with us!

Aug 4, 2025

Your prayers for the work of rebuilding, the families who are grieving and dealing with loss, the post-traumatic stress and the continued ministry of our churches are needed. The national news headlines have changed, but the need in the Hill Country continues.

Join us in prayer for the persecuted in Nigeria

Jul 24, 2025

It is reported that religious freedom is violated in 31% of the world’s countries (61 countries total). In 28 of those countries, people suffer religious persecution.

To the ends of the earth

Jul 18, 2025

The week of July 7, approximately 100 Texas Baptists leaders, pastors, institutional representatives and church members participated in the 23rd Baptist World Alliance Congress held in Brisbane, Australia.

Keeping our eyes on Jesus

Jul 11, 2025

I write to you from Brisbane, Australia, where the Baptist World Alliance (BWA) is celebrating its 23rd Congress. We are gathering with 3,400 Baptists from 130 countries to explore the theme of “Living the Good News.”

Having the same mindset as Christ Jesus

Jul 3, 2025

This is a birthday week for Texas Baptists! On June 29, 1886, the first session of the Baptist General Convention of Texas was held. Before then, there had been up to five Baptist state bodies in Texas. Some had formed because of disagreements with the others.

Cooperating together for the sake of the gospel

Jun 26, 2025

It has been a couple of weeks since the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) held its annual meeting in Dallas, Texas. The Baptist General Convention of Texas was considered a co-host for this event along with GuideStone and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, the two SBC entities in Texas, and the Southern Baptist Convention of Texas.

Our Heritage of Faith

Jun 18, 2025

Texas Baptists begin the month of June with what we have called “Legacy Day.” On that day, we recognize Texas Baptists leaders who have made a lifetime contribution to Kingdom work. The event is held at Independence Baptist Church.