M-3 PEOPLE FILES
- Rick Morrow - Otis Moss II - Bill Mounce - Miles Mullin - Robert Mullins - Felix Munoz - Mike Murdock - Ken Myers -
rick morrow
rick morrow
Hemant Mehta
On Wednesday night, Pastor Rick Morrow of Beulah Church in Richland, Missouri said that autism was caused by the devil and prayers alone could heal the developmental disability.
Morrow argued that the only alternative to that theory was that God created children with autism because He “doesn't like ‘em very much.” But he rejected that option because, in his view, “God doesn't make junk,” suggesting that there’s something deeply flawed about children who are on the autism spectrum. --Hemant Mehta; Friendly Athiest; Baptist pastor falsely claims autism is demonic: "My God doesn't make junk" 9.10.23
Morrow argued that the only alternative to that theory was that God created children with autism because He “doesn't like ‘em very much.” But he rejected that option because, in his view, “God doesn't make junk,” suggesting that there’s something deeply flawed about children who are on the autism spectrum. --Hemant Mehta; Friendly Athiest; Baptist pastor falsely claims autism is demonic: "My God doesn't make junk" 9.10.23
otis moss ii
May 2, 2018: Christianity Today: Tim Keller, John Piper, and Andy Stanley Among the 12 ‘Most Effective’ Preachers
Otis Moss III, senior pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. Ordained in the Progressive National Baptist Convention and the United Church of Christ, the late-40s activist and preacher is the youngest on the list. Moss’s congregation is best known as the church where President Barack Obama came to Christ.
Otis Moss III, senior pastor of Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. Ordained in the Progressive National Baptist Convention and the United Church of Christ, the late-40s activist and preacher is the youngest on the list. Moss’s congregation is best known as the church where President Barack Obama came to Christ.
bill mounce
William D. Mounce (born 17 February 1953) is an American scholar of New Testament Greek. He has also worked as an author, teacher and preacher. Mounce taught at Azusa Pacific University for ten years. He then worked as a professor of New Testament and director of the Greek Program at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He also worked as a preaching pastor at a church in Spokane, WA. He was the New Testament chair of the English Standard Version translation of the Bible, and serves on the NIV translation committee. He is the founder and president of Biblical Training, a non-profit organization offering educational resources for discipleship in the local church. At his personal site, he also writes blogs including Monday with Mounce and Greek Word for the Day.
Bill Mounce
One of the great conundrums in the Synoptics is the issue of whether Jesus told his disciples to take a staff, not take a staff, or don’t take an extra staff. I don’t have a complete answer, but in my reading part of the answer occurred to me and it illustrates the need for common sense in exegesis.
In Mark 6:8–9 Jesus says, “Take nothing for the journey except a staff (εἰ μὴ ῥάβδον μόνον)—no bread, no bag, no money in your belts. Wear sandals but not an extra shirt (ὑποδεδεμένους σανδάλια, καὶ μὴ ἐνδύσησθε δύο χιτῶνας).”
In Luke 9:3 he told them, “Take nothing for the journey--no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no extra shirt (Μηδὲν αἴρετε εἰς τὴν ὁδόν, μήτε ῥάβδον μήτε πήραν μήτε ἄρτον μήτε ἀργύριον μήτε [ἀνὰ] δύο χιτῶνας ἔχειν).”
Matt 10:9–10 reads, “Do not get (κτήσησθε) any gold or silver or copper to take with you in your belts—no bag for the journey or extra shirt or sandals or a staff (μὴ πήραν εἰς ὁδὸν μηδὲ δύο χιτῶνας μηδὲ ὑποδήματα μηδὲ ῥάβδον), for the worker is worth his keep.”
The basic message is clear, regardless of the details. They are not to make human provisions for the future; those they serve must care for them. But what about the staff? I want to focus on Matt 10:10. From a straight exegetical viewpoint, the repetition of μηδὲ clearly separates Jesus’ instructions into four categories:
no bag
not two tunics (the garment worn under the coat)
no sandals
no staff
The repetition of μηδή limits δύο (“two,” or “extra”) only to “tunics.” Grammatically, it cannot modify ὑποδήματα or ῥάβδον.
But enter common sense. Word for word, in Matt 10:10 Jesus is saying his disciples cannot take sandals, which means they would have to go barefooted. In the ancient world, this simply would not be possible (see Bock, Luke 1:816). It would also conflict with Mark 6:9.
Remember the basic principle that grammar is descriptive, not prescriptive. There are set ways of saying things (we call that being grammatically correct), but that doesn’t mean we always say things exactly, precisely correct, and often we let context and common sense interpret our words.
I saw an advertisement last night composed of two words, a verb and an adjective. Now, we should know that is incorrect grammar. Adjectives don’t modify verbs (at least according to my high school English classes, and my mom!). If you are going to modify a verb, you must use an adverb, which changes “different” to “differently.”
But even though the advertisement violated grammar (and I am aware of the post modern movement that seeks to remove almost all grammar), it still communicated just fine. I am supposed to “Think Differently.” So back to Matt 10:10. Grammatically, the δύο modifies χιτῶνας, but in terms of its sense surely it carries over to ὑποδήματα as a prohibition of carrying extra sandals. And if it carries over to ὑποδήματα, there is no reason why it also can’t carry over to ῥάβδον.
Of course, there is the added question of why would anyone take two carrying sticks (if that is what the ῥάβδον is), but that is a different blog. What I wanted to emphasize here is that people don’t always speak with perfect grammar (except my mom), and we all expect our listeners to use common sense. This is, I think, the clear meaning of the passage, and brings Matt 10:10 somewhat into agreement with Mark 6:8. -Bill Mounce
In Mark 6:8–9 Jesus says, “Take nothing for the journey except a staff (εἰ μὴ ῥάβδον μόνον)—no bread, no bag, no money in your belts. Wear sandals but not an extra shirt (ὑποδεδεμένους σανδάλια, καὶ μὴ ἐνδύσησθε δύο χιτῶνας).”
In Luke 9:3 he told them, “Take nothing for the journey--no staff, no bag, no bread, no money, no extra shirt (Μηδὲν αἴρετε εἰς τὴν ὁδόν, μήτε ῥάβδον μήτε πήραν μήτε ἄρτον μήτε ἀργύριον μήτε [ἀνὰ] δύο χιτῶνας ἔχειν).”
Matt 10:9–10 reads, “Do not get (κτήσησθε) any gold or silver or copper to take with you in your belts—no bag for the journey or extra shirt or sandals or a staff (μὴ πήραν εἰς ὁδὸν μηδὲ δύο χιτῶνας μηδὲ ὑποδήματα μηδὲ ῥάβδον), for the worker is worth his keep.”
The basic message is clear, regardless of the details. They are not to make human provisions for the future; those they serve must care for them. But what about the staff? I want to focus on Matt 10:10. From a straight exegetical viewpoint, the repetition of μηδὲ clearly separates Jesus’ instructions into four categories:
no bag
not two tunics (the garment worn under the coat)
no sandals
no staff
The repetition of μηδή limits δύο (“two,” or “extra”) only to “tunics.” Grammatically, it cannot modify ὑποδήματα or ῥάβδον.
But enter common sense. Word for word, in Matt 10:10 Jesus is saying his disciples cannot take sandals, which means they would have to go barefooted. In the ancient world, this simply would not be possible (see Bock, Luke 1:816). It would also conflict with Mark 6:9.
Remember the basic principle that grammar is descriptive, not prescriptive. There are set ways of saying things (we call that being grammatically correct), but that doesn’t mean we always say things exactly, precisely correct, and often we let context and common sense interpret our words.
I saw an advertisement last night composed of two words, a verb and an adjective. Now, we should know that is incorrect grammar. Adjectives don’t modify verbs (at least according to my high school English classes, and my mom!). If you are going to modify a verb, you must use an adverb, which changes “different” to “differently.”
But even though the advertisement violated grammar (and I am aware of the post modern movement that seeks to remove almost all grammar), it still communicated just fine. I am supposed to “Think Differently.” So back to Matt 10:10. Grammatically, the δύο modifies χιτῶνας, but in terms of its sense surely it carries over to ὑποδήματα as a prohibition of carrying extra sandals. And if it carries over to ὑποδήματα, there is no reason why it also can’t carry over to ῥάβδον.
Of course, there is the added question of why would anyone take two carrying sticks (if that is what the ῥάβδον is), but that is a different blog. What I wanted to emphasize here is that people don’t always speak with perfect grammar (except my mom), and we all expect our listeners to use common sense. This is, I think, the clear meaning of the passage, and brings Matt 10:10 somewhat into agreement with Mark 6:8. -Bill Mounce
miles mullin ii
Brent Leatherwood
“Our mission calls us to assist our churches and it is from the service we render that we speak to the important issues of the day. I can think of no one better than Miles Mullin, and the deep well of experience serving churches he draws from, to help us accomplish this vital work. His strengths in leadership and administration will enhance an already strong team at the ERLC. Moreover, he has a deep appreciation for the role of healthy institutions in SBC life and the broader culture. From his time supporting local churches, to the guidance he provided in academia, to his passion for developing leaders, Miles’ knowledge and expertise will help ensure this Commission continues to bring a distinctively Baptist voice into the public square as it has for over a century.” -Brent Leatherwood; ERLC President recommending Miles Mullin for Vice President of ERLC 1.26.23
Miles Mullin
“Since I was a teenager, my relationship with Jesus Christ has been nurtured in Southern Baptist congregations, and so I am deeply honored to have the opportunity to serve the churches of the SBC in this way. The ERLC plays an important role in Baptist life and has for over 100 years. I am glad to be joining such a great team under the leadership of Brent Leatherwood and am looking forward to what we can accomplish together. --Miles Mullin; New Vice President of ERLC 1.26.23
robert mullins
October 20, 2023: The Alabama Baptist: Bicentennial: Alabama Baptists strengthen focus on Jesus’ call to make disciples
Robert Mullins, executive director of missions for Madison Baptist Association, served on the lead team for Disciple-Making Ministries when it was founded and has been a part of that kind of discipleship over the years.
He said he’s been humbled to see how God has worked.
Robert Mullins, executive director of missions for Madison Baptist Association, served on the lead team for Disciple-Making Ministries when it was founded and has been a part of that kind of discipleship over the years.
He said he’s been humbled to see how God has worked.
felix munoz
May 2, 2023; Sight Magazine: Argentine election: As politicians look to woo evangelicals, experts say their votes may have little impact on results
In Villa 31, one of the oldest and most emblematic villas in Buenos Aires, Chilean-born pastor Felix Muñoz believes most evangelicals support Peronism.
“The church is obviously against things like same-sex marriage. But each one must make his or her own electoral decision. I believe that one should not discuss politics in the church,” he tells Sight.
Muñoz, who lives in Argentina since 2005, leads a small church called Reaching the Reaper, which has a congregation of around 100. His community did not take part in the protests against the abortion bill in 2020 and 2021.
“We do not have time for this kind of thing,” he said, adding that they are focused on praying and on living the reality of the Gospel.
In Villa 31, one of the oldest and most emblematic villas in Buenos Aires, Chilean-born pastor Felix Muñoz believes most evangelicals support Peronism.
“The church is obviously against things like same-sex marriage. But each one must make his or her own electoral decision. I believe that one should not discuss politics in the church,” he tells Sight.
Muñoz, who lives in Argentina since 2005, leads a small church called Reaching the Reaper, which has a congregation of around 100. His community did not take part in the protests against the abortion bill in 2020 and 2021.
“We do not have time for this kind of thing,” he said, adding that they are focused on praying and on living the reality of the Gospel.
Mike Murdock
Michael Dean Murdock (born April 18, 1946 in Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States) is an American televangelist and pastor of the Wisdom Center ministry based in Fort Worth, Texas. Murdock preaches around the world and is best known for his promotion of prosperity theology. He often preaches with Benny Hinn and has also preached with Tammy Faye Bakker. He hosts the Wisdom Keys with Mike Murdock television program.
Aug 6, 2021: Cherokee One Feather: SPEAKING OF FAITH: Is there a hidden mystery inside?
We are to start where we can, and as Mike Murdock has stated, “Every problem is a Wisdom problem.” Let Him work it into you. I take it and give Him back His Glory. The Holy Spirit knows what is freely given, to give Him back the Glory, and to live in the Spirit. God never takes anything, He multiplies it, and gives it all back. One must plant the good seed to get a good harvest. God is a healer. Where you don’t have enough, wisdom, therein lies the problem—faith comes by hearing. Let the Glory move you into more faith.
We are to start where we can, and as Mike Murdock has stated, “Every problem is a Wisdom problem.” Let Him work it into you. I take it and give Him back His Glory. The Holy Spirit knows what is freely given, to give Him back the Glory, and to live in the Spirit. God never takes anything, He multiplies it, and gives it all back. One must plant the good seed to get a good harvest. God is a healer. Where you don’t have enough, wisdom, therein lies the problem—faith comes by hearing. Let the Glory move you into more faith.
May 28, 2015: Fighting for the Faith: Mike Murdock's Lounge Lizard Session
• Dr. Mike Murdock's Lounge Lizard Session
• Patricia King's ISIS "Prophecy"
• What's Your Jericho?
• Sermon Review More Than Words by Jurgen Matthesius
• Dr. Mike Murdock's Lounge Lizard Session
• Patricia King's ISIS "Prophecy"
• What's Your Jericho?
• Sermon Review More Than Words by Jurgen Matthesius
Mar 3, 2015: Youtube: Dr. Mike Murdock - 20 Power Forces For A Successful Life
Success Is The Attaining of A Worth Goal. Stop Waiting For God To Make You Successful, You Decide.
Mar 2, 2003: Trinity Foundation: PROFIT in the pulpit
Mike Murdock peers into the television camera, seemingly able to see the people watching him. He says he can sense that the poor, the struggling and the lonely have tuned in to his program.
Success Is The Attaining of A Worth Goal. Stop Waiting For God To Make You Successful, You Decide.
Mar 2, 2003: Trinity Foundation: PROFIT in the pulpit
Mike Murdock peers into the television camera, seemingly able to see the people watching him. He says he can sense that the poor, the struggling and the lonely have tuned in to his program.
ken myers
Ken Meyers
“Traditional apologetics is concerned with making arguments to defend Christian truth claims, and has often addressed challenges to Christian belief coming from philosophical and other more intellectual sources. The term “cultural apologetics” has been used to refer to systematic efforts to advance the plausibility of Christian claims in light of the messages communicated through dominant cultural institutions, including films, popular music, literature, art, and the mass media. So while traditional apologists would critique the challenges to the Christian faith advanced in the writings of certain philosophers, cultural apologists might look instead at the sound bite philosophies embedded in the lyrics of popular songs, the plots of popular movies, or even the slogans in advertising.” --Ken Myers of the Mars Hill Audio Journal