Some people fear, however, that Greear’s actions have led to a backlash from those on the far right who feel that the convention has become “woke” and that its focus on diversity and inclusion has caused a drift toward theological liberalism, which SBC leaders deny is taking place. Greear was among the SBC leaders who rejected CRT last year.

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On another side of the Southern Baptist aisle, Texas pastor Tom Buck said his No. 1 priority is that he wants the SBC to rescind its previous resolution on CRT and denounce the framework in no uncertain terms. He wants a president who articulates his values and has said that he is especially bothered that Litton has co-taught the Bible with his wif

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“I don’t see critical race theory as a problem or as the biggest threat to the gospel,” Harding said. “I do see extreme misogyny; I do see extreme racism.”

She said most of her Southern Baptist peers probably don’t necessarily pay attention to what happens at the national level.

“I don’t think they understand how extremely political the SBC is,” said

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