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Lottie Moon Christmas Offering
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Hurricane Helene
Abortion
Disaster Relief
Supreme Court
Baptist Press
North American Mission Board
Send Relief
Lifeway
Religious Liberty
Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission
Sexual Abuse Prevention
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A weekly news roundup from the Southern Baptist Convention as well as guest interviews from today's top church leaders.

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Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson share information and insight related to the 2025 Annual Church Profile report, encourage pastors to take the Guidestone/Lifeway compensation study, share about the recent North American Mission Board meeting, report... more

In this episode, Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson detail a new report from the North American Mission Board with the highest totals of church plants since 2016. We hear about the passage of the Clergy Act in the U.S. House and how the Supreme Court ... more

April has been an eventful month for the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC), marked by significant leadership changes and essential discussions surrounding child safety. In this post, we'll explore key updates, including the appointment of new entity ... more

In this episode, Brandon Porter and Laura Erlanson talk about Evan Lenow's call to lead the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission, give updates from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Southern Bapt... more

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Recent Guests

Aaron Burgner
Pastors' Conference President, Lakeland, Florida
Lakes Church, Lakeland, Florida; Pastors' Conference President
Episode: NAMB announces church planting growth, Clergy Act passed U.S. House, Pastors' Conference preview with Aaron Burgner
Richard Dugger
Church planter and pastor with extensive experience starting churches in Idaho and abroad
Independent SBC church planting effort
Episode: Lifeway elects Ryan Blackwell to lead, SEBTS calls Scott Pace to follow Danny Akin, Child Abuse Awareness Month
Malcolm Guite
Poet and author; theologian
Independent author/poet
Episode: Evan Lenow affirmed to lead ERLC, Seminaries hold spring trustee meetings, SBC Pastors' Conference update
David Roach
Baptist Press journalist and pastor
Baptist Press
Episode: Evan Lenow announced as ERLC presidential candidate, Lee Merck to lead Dakota Baptists, The importance of Jesus' ascension
Stephen C. Meyer
Philosopher of Science and Director of the Center for Science and Culture at the Discovery Institute
Discovery Institute
Episode: SEBTS presidential candidate announced, Reflections on Steve Gaines, Scientist Stephen Meyer on the story of everything
Kyle McDaniel
Pastor, East Frankfort Baptist Church; Chaplain at Kentucky Baptist Capitol Commission
East Frankfort Baptist Church; Capitol Commission (KY)
Episode: A focus on church planting and missions, Annual Meeting resources now available, Tips on praying for political leaders
Steven Curtis Chapman
Musician and author
Steven Curtis Chapman Ministries
Episode: Steve Gaines enters hospice care, 2026 Resolutions Committee announced, An interview with Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chapman
Mary Beth Chapman
Author and speaker
Steven Curtis Chapman Ministries
Episode: Steve Gaines enters hospice care, 2026 Resolutions Committee announced, An interview with Steven Curtis and Mary Beth Chapman
Bryant Wright
Former SBC president; former Send Relief president
Southern Baptist Convention / Send Relief
Episode: War in the Middle East, 2026 Annie Armstrong Offering, An interview with Bryant Wright

Hosts

Brandon Porter
Co-host of SBC This Week
Laura Erlanson
Co-host of SBC This Week

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Five Stars

    So thankful for this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt.Deavers
    United States2 months ago
  • The Highlight of my Week!

    This podcast is the highlight of my week. I share the podcast with my church leaders and keep them informed on happenings going on in the Southern Baptist Convention. Thank you for your straightforward and honest reporting and making it so relevant and interesting. I look forward to seeing it in video one day. Keep up the good work and God bless.

    Jeff Russell

    Ross Baptist Church

    Windsor, NC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff Russell, Windsor, NC
    United States4 years ago
  • Excellent podcast by 2 communicators of character

    I always learn a lot from these two. They are transparent, open and informative. I’m grateful they represent & communicate the churches of the SBC.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jaroland74
    United States5 years ago
  • Where have you been?!

    How have you both not heard Graves Into Gardens? 🤦🏻‍♀️😀

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    thriving groves
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Information

    Loved hearing a recap and info related to our convention. Must listen to stay informed

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    buffmc23
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Regular guests and resources are particularly helpful for church leaders.
Informative SBC coverage with trustworthy hosts.
Great balance of news, history, and guest insights.
Hosts' banter is engaging and approachable.
Listeners appreciate concise updates and practical takeaways.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Evan Lenow affirmed to lead ERLC, Seminaries hold spring trustee meetings, SBC Pastors' Conference update
Q: What makes the illustrated book format significant in a time of screens, and how do visuals support its message?
The book format anchors readers in a tangible, collaborative experience—illustrations by Stephen Cross complement the text, encourage discussion, and resist the eroding effects of endlessly scrolling media, helping readers engage deeply with the content and the fellowship of reading together.
Evan Lenow affirmed to lead ERLC, Seminaries hold spring trustee meetings, SBC Pastors' Conference update
Q: Could you explain the idea of imaginative apologetics and how it interacts with fantasy, fiction, and truth?
Imaginative apologetics seeks to baptize the imagination so that symbolic storytelling opens people to the deeper meanings of faith while preserving caution about not substituting symbolic truth for literal fact; parables and myths can illuminate moral truths and invite readers into a fuller understanding of God, Jesus, and neighbor, beyond strict propositional argument.
SEBTS presidential candidate announced, Reflections on Steve Gaines, Scientist Stephen Meyer on the story of everything
Q: Dr. Meyer, you have a Ph.D. from Cambridge and have written extensively on the philosophy of science. How does The Story of Everything translate complex ideas for a general audience, and what do you hope viewers take away?
Meyer explains that the film presents the core argument that design is evident in cosmology, biology, and physics, and that accessible visuals help bridge the gap between advanced science and lay audiences. He emphasizes the goal of inspiring thoughtful reflection about how belief in God can coexist with scientific inquiry, especially among younger viewers.
A focus on church planting and missions, Annual Meeting resources now available, Tips on praying for political leaders
Q: What should people pray for when interceding for political leaders?
Pray for their salvation, divine wisdom, discernment, courage, perseverance, humility, teachability, and moral integrity, and for the revival of the nation and health of churches.
A focus on church planting and missions, Annual Meeting resources now available, Tips on praying for political leaders
Q: What is the first step for a church to get involved in praying for their lawmakers?
Reach out to the Capital Commission as a central hub for state ministry and sign up for Pray1Tim2.org to receive structured daily prayer prompts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SBC This Week

What is SBC This Week about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show is a weekly digest of Southern Baptist Convention news, trends, and leadership updates, often paired with interviews from pastors, seminary leaders, and ethics or ministry experts. Recent episodes center on strategic priorities like international missions funding, abuse prevention, disaster relief, and church safety, while also highlighting major SBC initiatives, interviews with notable guests, and updates from seminary camps, worship leadership, and public policy. The format blends behind-the-scenes SBC governance, faith-driven philanthropy, and practical ministry insights, making it useful for professionals tracking church networks, missions funding, and leadership development.

A standout across episodes is the clear focus on m... more

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