by Walter Norvell | Aug 9, 2016 | Education, Ministry, Scripture, Theology
We use symbols all the time. Once my mother asked me what my sons as teenagers wanted for Christmas. I told her, “They like CDs.” She thought for a minute and replied that she didn’t have that kind of money. I realized that I used CD to present compact disc and she...
by Wade Berry | Aug 5, 2016 | Counseling, Ministry, Theology
Last week, we discussed the implications of Christian eschatology for discipleship. For the next couple of weeks, I would like for us to discuss the ways in which Christian eschatology can be useful for pastoral care. In today’s post, I describe four contributions...
by Wade Berry | Jul 29, 2016 | Carroll Community, Education, Online Seminary, Op-Ed, Theology
Theological education is really important. It prepares ministers, missionaries, counselors, and other Christian workers for a life of service to Christ and his church. And, when it is done right, it can be an intellectually and emotionally fulfilling experience. So,...
by Wade Berry | Jul 15, 2016 | Education, Faith & Heritage, Scripture, Theology
Effective Bible study is essential for good discipleship. It teaches us what we should believe and who we should become. It provides the raw material that the Holy Spirit uses to build our understanding of mission and vision. And it is something that everyone can...
by Chris Sims | Jul 14, 2016 | Ministry, Missions, Theology
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by Wade Berry | Jul 8, 2016 | Faith & Heritage, Scripture, Theology
Scripture and Experience Last week, we talked about how we view God’s goals in interacting with humanity. I argued that the gospel is not about offering us a more successful version of the life we already have. It is (among other things) about offering us a new...
