ROBERT J. MORGAN TO HEADLINE THE CHRISTIAN ACTION COMMISSION LECTURES AT BMCU

Legislative Prayer Breakfast

Quote from Dr. Digby:

“The ‘Respect for Marriage Act’ is problematic for four reasons. Marriage is the oldest and foundational institution that Jehovah God set forth in the Bible. The content of this legislation shows total disrespect for anyone who has a Bible World View. I understand there are issues we must tolerate, but the liberal leadership of our nation is forcing us to condone their viewpoint. So much for toleration being a two-way street. Freedom of Religion will be damaged and curtailed by this bill. No ‘Christian’ can support this bill.

“The second issue is the name of the bill – an out-and-out lie put forth by a bunch of anti-God politicians. The third issue is the ‘Rino’ Republicans who have crossed over to support this bill. They may be from ‘purple’ states, but they are ‘yellow.’ They might as well be liberal. I appreciate our two senators, Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith, and our three conservative representatives at the time, Trent Kelly, Michael Guest, and Steven Palazzo, standing firm against this legislation. The crossover vote is what necessitated the attempt to amend the bill – but the liberals would have no part in trying to protect our religious Liberty that this bill will damage.

“Finally, this legislation is being pushed through by leadership with a slim majority in both bodies. This narrow majority in the House is lame duck. This is the real threat to ‘democracy’ – ignoring the results of November 8. More Christians must stand up and speak up, or our nation will be lame duck.”

21 Day Prayer Guide October 19 – November 8, 2022

**Kenny Digby talks post Roe v Wade and what churches can do**

“The Equality Act totally ignores our Biblical Worldview. God created ‘male and female’ in the beginning. Life begins at conception. The Equality Act will force individuals, churches, and agencies to violate their Biblical convictions on both issues. The Hyde Amendment will be negated, allowing our tax money to fund abortions. The safety and well-being of girls and women will be threatened – whether in a shelter for abused women or a locker room for girls. The legislation is not only immoral, it is ignorant.”
Dr. Kenny Digby
Executive Director-Treasurer
Christian Action Commission

“Let not your heart be troubled”

Dr. Kenny Digby speaks to the new flag design on the Paul Gallo Show

Dr. Digby speaks after the state flag vote on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020. He begins speaking around the 2 minute mark. (Click link below)

https://www.wlbt.com/2020/09/02/watch-miss-flag-commission-choose-one-design-november-ballot/

Dr. Digby’s address to the MS Baptist Convention 2019:

Dr. Digby’s address to the MS Baptist Convention 2019:

Click image above to view the Church handbook page for 2020

Dr. Digby’s address to the MS Baptist Convention:

Equipping and Encouraging Churches to Make a Difference on Moral, Social, and Ethical Issues

Kenny and Becky Digby

Alcorn Association missions director Kenny L. Digby was chosen Sept. 29 as the new executive director-treasurer of the Christian Action Commission (CAC), the Jackson-based agency of the Mississippi Baptist Convention that addresses moral, social, and ethical issues. He succeeds Jimmy Porter, who retired in April 2015 after 15 years in the post.
“Dr. Kenny Digby was chosen due to his deep love for Christ and His church. He has a dedicated discipline for study and memorization of the Scriptures,” said Rodney Anderson, CAC chairman and pastor of First Church, Mendenhall. “His astute understanding of ethical and moral issues is evident in his living and preaching,
“He will be at home in all of our churches, associations, and schools no matter the location or size. We know him to be a committed family man and defender of truth and morals. The only losers in this choice will be Satan and those who want to promote and spread immortality in Mississippi.”
Jim Futral, executive director-treasurer of the Mississippi Baptist Convention Board in Jackson, said, “It has been my privilege to have known Dr. Kenny Digby throughout his service to the Lord as an effective pastor and an often-used speaker in our churches and associations.
“He brings a wealth of experience that is not confined to the inside walls of the church. He has been involved in the world beyond the doors of the church. Beyond experience, he brings a desire to help our churches as they struggle with issues and challenges in seeking to be Christian in an ever-increasing secular world.”
Digby, age 64, was born in Tupelo and raised in Fulton. He has been Alcorn Association’s missions director since 1998. He holds a bachelor of arts degree (’74) from Baptist-affiliated Blue Mountain College in Blue Mountain; a master of divinity in biblical studies degree (’76) from New Orleans Seminary; and a doctor of ministry in biblical studies degree (’79) from New Orleans Seminary.
He has served as pastor of Friendship Church in Baldwyn (1970-74); Mount Pleasant Church in Fulton (1975-80); and Afton Grove Church in Jacksonville, Texas (1980-82). He was a full-time evangelist from 1986-98. He has also served since 1970 with the Church for the Crisis radio and television ministry in Fulton.
Digby has been an adjunct professor at New Orleans Seminary/ North Mississippi Extension since 2007, and was director of the North Mississippi Extension for the seminary from 2013-14. He was a full-time professor of practical theology from 1980-86 at the Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary in Jacksonville, Texas, an adjunct professor at Blue Mountain College in 2005, and part-time professor of Bible and philosophy at Itawamba Community College in Fulton from 1976-80.
He and his wife Becky are members of Oakland Church in Corinth and have four adult children: Stan (Stephanie), Bailey, Kaleb, and the late Austin. They also have two grandchildren.
“We are delighted that Kenny Digby will serve as executive director-treasurer of the Christian Action Commission,” said Wayne Kimbrough, chairman of the search committee and pastor of Salem Church, Raymond. “He is a devoted student of the Word and has a passionate desire to communicate its truths. He is a gifted leader with a servant’s heart. We look forward to joining with him in seeking to further the cause of Christ.”
Digby projected a start date of Nov. 1. “I am grateful for the opportunity to work with the Christian Action Commission, our state convention, and Dr. Futral. I look forward to being part of a team effort to do kingdom work throughout our state. I want to be available to our churches and associations. Call me if I can be of service,” he said. Digby also expressed appreciation to the search committee that brought forward his recommendation for the CAC post. In addition to Kimbrough, search committee members included:
– Tammy Pearson, member of First Church, Jackson.
– Dan Robertson, pastor of Friendship Church, Sturgis.
– Diane Thompson, member of Oakland Church, Corinth.
– Roy Dabbs, pastor of Oak Grove Church, Meridian.
– Rodney Anderson (ex-officio), pastor of First Church, Mendenhall.
A long range study committee, appointed by messengers to the 1963 annual meeting of the Mississippi Baptist Convention, recommended the creation of a commission that would be involved in issues affecting churches, homes, and the state’s citizens. Twelve Mississippi Baptists were appointed to the Christian Action Commission the following year.
The Christian Action Commission is funded by gifts to the Mississippi Cooperative Program.

By William H. Perkins Jr.
Editor, Baptist Record

Who We Are

The Christian Action Commission is an agency established in 1963 by the Mississippi Baptist Convention to address moral, social, and ethical issues.

Special Emphasis Sundays

We Invite You to Focus on These Issues in 2022

Our Mission

To provide Mississippi Baptists with materials and leadership that emphasize Biblical teachings on: Marriage & Family, Substance Abuse, Pornography, Human Relations, Christian Citizenship, and Church & State.

Our Vision

For Mississippi Baptists to be a people who Make a Difference by considering Christlike character and Scripture as their standard for interaction with society.

The standard of Christ’s character is like a plumb line. A plumb line is a basic tool consisting of a weight tied to one end of a string. When the weight is suspended by the other end of the string, it indicates if something is perfectly plumb or upright.

Scripture and the life of Christ is the Christian’s plumb line for determining if their thoughts, attitudes, and actions are in proper alignment.

When the attitudes and actions of Mississippi Baptists are in alignment with Scripture, then Christians will Make a Difference by redemptively responding to those who are lost, suffering, and in need.