The Theological Educator as Sherpa
Just as the Sherpa comes alongside his clients and helps organize, direct, assemble, and lead, the theological educator does the same for students.
Episode 92: Advice for New Seminary Students
On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ronni Kurtz offer some words of wisdom for new Bible college and seminary students on successfully pursuing a biblical education while thriving spiritually and at home.
9 Disciplines of a Successful Seminary Student
It is better get an ‘A’ at home and a ‘C’ in the classroom, than an ‘A’ in the classroom and a ‘C’ at home.
Jason K. Allen on Confessionalism and Theological Education
FTC.co asks Dr. Jason K. Allen, President at Midwestern Seminary and Spurgeon College, “Why do you consider being confessional integral to the health of a theological institution?”
The Next 10 Years: The Context of Theology
We are called to minister grace and truth. We need to shepherd pilgrims on their way to the New Jerusalem. How can we do this well in the next 10 years?
Caring For Students in the 2020s
Students may not have changed much over the centuries, but the task of educating the next generation remains great.
Shepherding College Students Called to Ministry in the Midst of a Pandemic
A few suggestions to help those thinking about a call to vocational gospel ministry, and especially those doing so during the uncertain days of a worldwide pandemic.
Five Enduring Truths About Theological Education
The world desperately needs faithful leaders that steadily live the gospel out before a watching world.
Don’t Bring Your Greek or Hebrew Bible to Corporate Worship
Every semester I tell my students, “For the love of God, do not bring your Greek or Hebrew Bible to corporate worship on Sunday.”
Todd Chipman with Advice on Whether to Pursure Academic or Pastoral Ministry
Series: Conversations
FTC.co asks Dr. Todd Chipman, Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at MBTS and pastor at the Master's Community Church in Kansas City, "What advice would you give someone deciding between academic theology and pastoral ministry?"