The Year In Review - 2005
I have decided to write this post from 4 different areas of thought. The areas I chose to write about are: the media, politics, religion, and Southern Baptists. If you regularly read my blog, you would know that these areas are my major interests. So what did we see in 2005 worth remembering.
The Media
I must say that the media never lets me down. There was a recent study done that said that for every one positive story presented about our military there were 7 negative stories.
Our military has done incredible things in Iraq. We have lost 2,000 of our bravest. However, if the President would have told us that we would lose only 2,000 soldiers in Iraq before the war took place I believe people would have said he was insane.
What has America accomplished in Iraq? We have liberated a country ran by one of the most evil dictators in history. We have witnessed three national elections. We have Hussein on trial. The list of accomplishments go on and on. However, the mainstream media has one agenda. Their agenda is to help the political party they agree with. ABC, NBC, CBS, and CNN are all the same. This is why their numbers continue to shrink year after year.
Simply put, I don't like to feel bad about my country. The media wants me to feel bad about my country. Our economy is growing, our unemployment is down, and our nation hasn't had a terrorist attack in four year. However, if you listen to the mainstream press the sky is falling. There is know wonder that no one is watching and listening to them anymore. They have no credibility.
Politics
The most important thing happening this year in the world of politics is taking place at the Supreme Court. President Bush gave us Judge Roberts this year. I was not a fan of this pick, however, I am becoming a bit more positive about John Roberts. Those who know him best, say that he is the type of Judge that I would like. I hope they are right.
We now are in the midst of the Judge Alito saga. Alito is exactly what I want. There is absolutely no denying his viewpoints. I am a firm believer that America is ready to have a debate over social issues. Alito will provide a platform for that debate.
religion
Thumbs up to the Roman Catholics for making the right call on the Pope. You will not see me applaud the Catholic church too often. I find many of their doctrines heretical and appalling. However, they chose a Pope that will stand his ground on social issues. This is the one area that the Catholics and the evangelical can work together on.
Thumbs down to the mainline denominations in America. I must ask why anyone is going to the Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Episcopal Church, The United Church of Christ, The United Methodist Church, and the American Baptist Church. These once great Christian churches have become nothing more than a cesspool of unbiblical and socially liberal thought. Shame on the leadership of these churches for what they have done.
Southern Baptists
There are three items about Southern Baptist that we should remember this year. First, we lost one of the greatest preachers of our generation. Adrian Rogers passed away this year. Most who knew Adrian Rogers knew him from his television and radio ministry "Love Worth Finding". However, I will remember him as one of the architects that saved the Southern Baptist Convention from slipping further into heresy. Dr. Rogers will be sorely missed by Southern Baptists and evangelical alike.
Second, Baptist colleges and organizations trying to brake away from State conventions. As state conventions become more Biblical, many of the colleges and organizations that they support are going to try to brake ties with the state conventions.
Third, Baptist State conventions becoming more conservative. This has a lot to do with the second item. Take for instance the state convention of Kentucky. They elected Paul Chitwood as their President. Paul is a biblicist and an incredible leader. He will help move the state of Kentucky into a deeper appreciation of the Word of God. Thus, Georgetown College severed ties with the state convention of Kentucky.
Conclusion
2005 wasn't a bad year. I hope that 2006 will be as good. My man of the year is the Lord Jesus Christ. He will win this award every year. I wish truth and righteousness to all who read. Have a great New Year.
The Media
I must say that the media never lets me down. There was a recent study done that said that for every one positive story presented about our military there were 7 negative stories.
Our military has done incredible things in Iraq. We have lost 2,000 of our bravest. However, if the President would have told us that we would lose only 2,000 soldiers in Iraq before the war took place I believe people would have said he was insane.
What has America accomplished in Iraq? We have liberated a country ran by one of the most evil dictators in history. We have witnessed three national elections. We have Hussein on trial. The list of accomplishments go on and on. However, the mainstream media has one agenda. Their agenda is to help the political party they agree with. ABC, NBC, CBS, and CNN are all the same. This is why their numbers continue to shrink year after year.
Simply put, I don't like to feel bad about my country. The media wants me to feel bad about my country. Our economy is growing, our unemployment is down, and our nation hasn't had a terrorist attack in four year. However, if you listen to the mainstream press the sky is falling. There is know wonder that no one is watching and listening to them anymore. They have no credibility.
Politics
The most important thing happening this year in the world of politics is taking place at the Supreme Court. President Bush gave us Judge Roberts this year. I was not a fan of this pick, however, I am becoming a bit more positive about John Roberts. Those who know him best, say that he is the type of Judge that I would like. I hope they are right.
We now are in the midst of the Judge Alito saga. Alito is exactly what I want. There is absolutely no denying his viewpoints. I am a firm believer that America is ready to have a debate over social issues. Alito will provide a platform for that debate.
religion
Thumbs up to the Roman Catholics for making the right call on the Pope. You will not see me applaud the Catholic church too often. I find many of their doctrines heretical and appalling. However, they chose a Pope that will stand his ground on social issues. This is the one area that the Catholics and the evangelical can work together on.
Thumbs down to the mainline denominations in America. I must ask why anyone is going to the Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Episcopal Church, The United Church of Christ, The United Methodist Church, and the American Baptist Church. These once great Christian churches have become nothing more than a cesspool of unbiblical and socially liberal thought. Shame on the leadership of these churches for what they have done.
Southern Baptists
There are three items about Southern Baptist that we should remember this year. First, we lost one of the greatest preachers of our generation. Adrian Rogers passed away this year. Most who knew Adrian Rogers knew him from his television and radio ministry "Love Worth Finding". However, I will remember him as one of the architects that saved the Southern Baptist Convention from slipping further into heresy. Dr. Rogers will be sorely missed by Southern Baptists and evangelical alike.
Second, Baptist colleges and organizations trying to brake away from State conventions. As state conventions become more Biblical, many of the colleges and organizations that they support are going to try to brake ties with the state conventions.
Third, Baptist State conventions becoming more conservative. This has a lot to do with the second item. Take for instance the state convention of Kentucky. They elected Paul Chitwood as their President. Paul is a biblicist and an incredible leader. He will help move the state of Kentucky into a deeper appreciation of the Word of God. Thus, Georgetown College severed ties with the state convention of Kentucky.
Conclusion
2005 wasn't a bad year. I hope that 2006 will be as good. My man of the year is the Lord Jesus Christ. He will win this award every year. I wish truth and righteousness to all who read. Have a great New Year.
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