Originally published in Engage Magazine, 2023-24 The concept of redemptive relationships captivated me shortly after arriving at Denver Seminary, where redemptive relationships are firmly rooted as a core commitment. Here, we move toward others believing they themselves are new creatures in Christ, rousing humbleness, accepting brokenness, and gaining a willingness to evaluate themselves honestly based on the truth of the gospel. We deliberately relate compassionately toward those different from ourselves. Dr. Michell Temple, Assistant Professor of Counseling The more I consider this core comm ..read more

Debra Anderson, assistant professor of Training and Mentoring, chair of the Training and Mentoring Curriculum Originally published in Engage Magazine, 2023-24 After teaching a class on mentored formation, my colleague relayed to me a student’s question, “What if my mentor asks me to reveal my deeper thoughts?” They had been in discussion about how to identify a mentor who can observe and companion their experiences and questions in the context of their lives. His question revealed that he was weighing the risk of honest conversation. Debra Anderson, assistant professor of Training and Mentorin ..read more

Are miracles just God doing exactly what we ask for, or is there a different way to understand them? Dr. J.D. Kim, assistant director of the Doctor of Ministry Korean Global Campus and adjunct faculty in Theology, shares about his book, From Walking to Wheeling: How God Reconstructed One Man’s Dreams, and his story of suffering and finding faith and purpose after a life-altering snowboarding accident left him a quadriplegic. After the accident, Dr. Kim faced immense physical and emotional challenges. However, he recounts a pivotal moment when he reached out to God, asking for a mirac ..read more

“I’ve come to believe that we are integrating into a burning house.” These words from Martin Luther King Jr. describe how some may feel about the current state of evangelicalism in the United States. With many walking away from the evangelical movement, it’s important to earnestly engage in the conversation of why and examine the value of the term. In Engage360 episode 119, Brandon Washington, Denver Seminary alumnus and pastor of preaching at The Embassy Church, delves into a thought-provoking conversation centered around his book, A Burning House: Redeeming American Evangelicalism by Ex ..read more

In an exploration of the significance of feedback in personal growth and development, Training and Mentoring faculty Prof. Debra Anderson, Dr. Teri Elliott-Hart, and Prof. Nathan Scherrer, joined for Engage360 episode 118 to discuss how feedback contributes to increased self-awareness, and to provide insights into the dynamics of giving and receiving feedback effectively. They also highlighting that true self-awareness requires input from various sources, including mentors, peers, and the Holy Spirit. They address the challenges of seeking and providing feedback in leadership context ..read more

With such a wide array of translations, languages, and historical context, studying and understanding Scriptures can be overwhelming. In Engage360 episode 117, author Ellen Wildman, MA, Biblical and Theological Studies, shares a bit about her journey at Denver Seminary, where she found her voice and was encouraged by professors and fellow students. Ellen emphasizes that theology is for everyone and wants women to recognize that they have a place at the table when it comes to theology as they hone their ability to study, interpret, and apply God’s word. Through her work, Ellen aims to demystify ..read more

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter has a complex legacy that affected evangelicalism in the United States in profound ways. In episode 116 of Engage360, Terry Mattingly, journalist and founder and editor of GetReligion.org, provides insight into Carter’s presidency, the impact it had on U.S. evangelicalism, and the role of faith in public life. Carter’s presidency lasted only one term and faced heavy criticism; however, he was also awarded a Nobel Peace Prize. Mattingly also reflects on his personal encounters with President Carter. He highlights the media’s struggle to understand Preside ..read more

Is evangelicalism in the United States at a crisis point? In Engage360 episode 115, Australian New Testament scholar Dr. Constantine Campbell, author of Jesus V. Evangelicals: A Biblical Critique of a Wayward Movement, highlights the challenges facing American evangelicalism, including the dangers of politicizing the movement, and the need for self-reflection and honest feedback from others. Dr. Campbell argues that American evangelicalism’s association with political power and the wider culture’s perception of the movement can damage the witness of the Church. He also cautions against using t ..read more

Below are recent publications from some of Denver Seminary’s faculty members. Dr. Craig Blomberg Professor Emeritus of New Testament Jesus the Purifier: John’s Gospel and the Fourth Quest for the Historical Jesus  Dr. Craig Blomberg advances the idea that the Gospel of John is a viable and valuable source for studying the historical Jesus. Blomberg writes that the data from John should be integrated with that of the Synoptics, which will yield additional insights into Jesus’ emphases and ministry. Blomberg also explores the practical and contemporary applications of Jesus the purifier ..read more

In this episode of Engage360, Assistant Professor of Theology and historical theologian Dr. Ryan Tafilowski, shares about some of the politics and theologies of Christians in Germany during the rise of Naziism and explores what can happen when Christians merge the two. He also discusses some important distinctions and parallels between modern America and the rise of Naziism in Germany, as well as the value of ensuring that our engagements and conversations, both online and in person, pass the “John 10:10 Test ..read more