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Weighing in on faith and life.
B.H. Carroll faculty members, students, and those who support its mission desire to create dialog and stoke critical thinking about important topics which relate to faith and life in this world. Below are posts from diverse authors, whose views contribute to the ongoing discussion of these areas. The positions of the authors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of B.H. Carroll Theological Seminary, its faculty, and its governors.
The Praying Leader: The Leadership Trait of Humility
Nehemiah’s Model of Humble Leadership: Discover how this biblical leader exemplified serving others, appropriate self-regard, and thankfulness as essential leadership traits.
First Corinthians and the Twenty-First Century Church: More on Unity
Beyond Self-Importance: Learn from Paul’s sharp words in 1 Corinthians 4 about the dangers of overvaluing ourselves and individual leaders, and their impact on church unity.
How to Emerge from a Crisis Better Than You Were Before
Seminary Leadership in a Crisis: A president reflects on navigating the pandemic, focusing on mission, embracing innovation, and prioritizing progress over perfection.
Carroll grad’s unexpected path from church service to award-winning journalism
Learn how the mentorship of Budd Smith at B.H. Carroll influenced Eric Black’s path to leading the Baptist Standard and his strategies for its digital growth.
‘The best of men are but men at best’
No one knows where the phrase, “The best of men are but men at best,” originated. It was first recorded in 1680 in reference to the character of General John Lambert, who had helped Oliver Cromwell overturn Charles I and the royalists...
First Corinthians and the Twenty-First Century Church: Anti-Intellectualism
Paul and the Life of the Mind: Understanding 1 Corinthians in its historical context versus the centuries of Christian intellectual development.
A Bad Goodbye – Part III
Explore the challenges faced by churches with long-tenured pastors, including decline and resistance to change. Learn when it’s time for a new start and how to navigate transitions.
Carroll offering discounted summer course on technology in the church
Learn best practices for using technology in churches, including social media, security, ethics, and growth strategies, in B.H. Carroll’s Summer 2020 online course.
Frank and Pauline Patterson Spring Colloquy 2020
Online Theological Discussion: B. H. Carroll’s Spring Colloquy with Dr. Daryl Eldridge moves to Zoom (May 18-20) due to COVID-19.
Carroll announces shortening of MDiv, MDiv Chaplain Ministry degrees
Discover the updated Master of Divinity and Master of Divinity in Chaplain Ministry degrees at B. H. Carroll, now offering distinct tracks in biblical and non-biblical languages.