
Baptist 21
Baptist21 exists to promote conversation about the future of Baptist life while honoring those that have entrusted the faith to us. We hope to converse together on how to reach the nations for the King
Latest episodes

Jun 4, 2025 • 57min
Episode 163: B21 Leaders Preview of SBC 2025
In this episode, Nate Akin, Jon Akin, and Jed Coppenger talk about the CP, BFM, Law Amendment, ERLC, transparency, and more for the upcoming SBC in Dallas.

May 30, 2025 • 28min
Episode 162: Interview with Hance Dilbeck, President of Guidestone
In this episode, Nate Akin talks with Dr. Hance Dilbeck from Guidestone about their history, help with retirement and investment, the current economy, Mission:dignity, and ways Guidestone is addressing the evolving needs of churches and more.

May 28, 2025 • 14min
Episode 161: Interview with Dr. Jeff Iorg
In this episode, B21’s Jed Coppenger interviews Dr. Jeff Iorg, President/CEO of the SBC Executive Committee, discussing the SBC’s legal cases, finances, the trustee system, the CP, and more.

Apr 30, 2025 • 42min
Episode 160: Interview with Albert Mohler about SBC 2025
Albert Mohler, President of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, dives into key issues facing the Southern Baptist Convention as it nears 2025. He discusses financial challenges stemming from legal fees and the use of cooperative program funds. The conversation also touches on governance controversies, particularly regarding female pastors, and the need for clearer guidelines. Mohler emphasizes the importance of sustainable cooperation and transparent financial decisions, while also exploring the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission's relevance and future role.

Apr 1, 2025 • 27min
Episode 159: Interview with Kyle Phillip from Guidestone
In this episode, B21’s Nate Akin talks with Kyle Phillip from Guidestone on pressing financial topics for pastors, such as savings, debt management, retirement planning, and being good stewards of what God provides.

Jun 27, 2024 • 53min
Episode 158: B21 Panel Audio from SBC 2024
In this episode, B21’s Jed Coppenger leads a panel discussion with Al Mohler, Danny Akin, JD Greear, Juan Sanchez, & Clint Pressley on the most pressing topics in the SBC today. This recording originally came from B21’s Morning Panel at the 2024 SBC Annual Meeting.

Jun 20, 2024 • 44min
Episode 157: B21 Leaders Recap of SBC 2024
In this episode, Nate Akin, Jon Akin, Jed Coppenger, and Josh Powell discuss the major takeaways from this year's SBC including: the Law amendment, presidential election, FBC Alexandria/BGTC, motions about censure and to dissolve the ERLC, Resolutions, and more.

Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 1min
Episode 156: B21 Leaders’ Preview SBC 2024
B21 Leaders Nate Akin, Jed Coppenger, & Josh Powell discuss SBC 2024 focusing on Presidential election, Law Amendment, Cooperation Committee, changes to the BFM, ARITF Report, proposed Nicene Creed inclusion, and maintaining unity within the Baptist community.

May 30, 2024 • 26min
Episode 155: Interview with SBC Presidential Candidate Dan Spencer
In this episode, Jed Coppenger speaks with Dan Spencer about why he is running for SBC President, pressing issues like the Law Amendment and the Sexual Abuse Task Force, and more.

May 16, 2024 • 39min
Episode 154: Interview with SBC Presidential Candidate Mike Keahbone
In this episode, Nate Akin speaks with Mike Keahbone about why he is running for SBC President, pressing issues like the Law Amendment and the Sexual Abuse Task Force, and more.