I don't know about you but I enjoy reading about church history, and about Baptist history. Recently my wife attended a meeting of the BGCT's executive board. The Baptist General Convention of Texas (otherwise known as Texas Baptists) is the state convention with which we are affiliated at Calvary. At this meeting, the chairman of the board, Dr. Ron Lyles, shared a brief historical sketch about Baptist work in Texas and how it led to the development of the current executive board in 1914.
Although this may be more reading than you care to do, I share it with you because I think it is good for us to know something of our heritage. I'm also inspired by the innovation, creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Baptist pioneers in Texas. Our nation and our state have changed drastically over the last several decades. I believe the best way for us to make a kingdom impact today is to continue the legacy of innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship, that characterized our Texas Baptist forefathers, in the cause of discipleship, missions, education, advocacy and humanitarian ministry.
As Calvary Baptist church we have a responsibility to discover what that means to us in terms of our direct involvement, our strategic partnerships, and our support of our state convention as we continue to be a mission force imbedded in a mission field.
Below is the link to the PDF version of this interesting (and often colorful) history:
1914-A Hinge Year for Texas Baptists
If you'd like to access the audio file or the power point that accompanied it, you can access it by clicking on the link below:
PDF, Powerpoint and Audio Versions
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