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Quote of the Day: First Baptist Church of Dallas

Ron Ribiat

(RNS) “First Baptist is a church built on the truth of Scripture, even though at times that approach can be perceived as controversial or counter to the prevailing winds of culture.”

— First Baptist Church of Dallas, in a statement reported by The Dallas Morning News, after quarterback Tim Tebow decided not to appear at the church’s building dedication in April. Critics pressured Tebow not to attend because of Pastor Robert Jeffress’ outspoken views on Islam, Mormonism and homosexuality.

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