We recently talked with Greg Ogden, author of numerous books and a partner in the Global Discipleship Initiative (GDI), which trains, coaches, and inspires pastors and Christian leaders to establish indigenous, multiplying, disciple-making networks, both nationally and internationally. Below, we talk to Greg about his Seminary Now course, Transforming Discipleship, about where we've gone wrong in the Great Commission, the pastor's role, and MicroGroups as the way forward. Check out the trailer below and the course here: Now, on to the interview: When did you first know yo ..read more

When a student joins one of my Old Testament courses for the first time, I often ask them about their view of the Old Testament. Some tell me that they are nervous about studying the Old Testament. Some have heard that the Old Testament can be scary because of how God is depicted in it.  Others have heard that the Old Testament is obsolete because Jesus is here and all we need is the New Testament. Still others emphasize how the Old Testament is about the Law and the New Testament is about grace.    But the Old Testament is actually essential for our lives and our ministry today ..read more

We recently talked with Daniel Yang, National Director of Churches of Welcome at World Relief and former Director of the Church Multiplication Institute at the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center. Below, we talk about what he is excited about in church planting today and why missional imagination and curiosity of the world are necessary for us to plant healthy and vibrant churches.  Check out the trailer below and the course here: Now, on to the interview: What are you most excited about when it comes to church planting today, either in North America or beyond? Three things tha ..read more

We recently talked with Dr. Ben Conner, Professor of Theology at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan, where he is also Director of the Graduate Certificate in Disability and Ministry. We talk about disability in the church, how he became involved in disability ministry and studies, and what a theology of disability looks like.  Check out the trailer below and the course here: Now, on to the interview: You are the Director for The Center for Disability and Ministry at Western Theological Seminary. Tell us how you became involved in disability m ..read more

We recently talked with Dr. Madison Pierce, Associate Professor of New Testament at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan. We talk about what drew her into the Book of Hebrews, what have been some of her favorite parts, and more about her teaching style.    Check out the trailer below and the course here: Now, on to the interview: What led you to focus on the Book of Hebrews? What is it about the book that intrigues you?  I became really interested in Hebrews during undergrad. I was interested in learning about some lesser-known texts in the New ..read more

A few years ago, my family attended the wedding of a relative. The next day, as we were having breakfast in the hotel dining room, my teenage nephew came to eat. He was by himself, as his parents were still sleeping.    We watched him collect his food and he came to sit with us. Unfortunately, our table was full. He then turned around and sat at a table with a family of strangers (who were not even at the wedding). The family he sat with stopped talking and stared at him, stunned that he chose to just sit down and join their family conversation.  It didn’t register with my nephe ..read more

We recently talked with Dr. Madison Pierce, Associate Professor of New Testament at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan. We talk about what drew her into the Book of Hebrews, what have some of her favorite parts, and more about her teaching style.    Check out the trailer below and the course here:     Now, on to the interview:   What led you to focus on the Book of Hebrews? What is it about the book that intrigues you?    I became really interested in Hebrews during undergrad. I was interested in learning about some lesser-k ..read more

We recently talked with Dr. Ingrid Faro, Director of the Master of Arts in Old Testament at Northern Seminary. We talk about her virtual seminary course, Demystifying Evil, and about why we must be talking about evil (and good!) today in our churches and leadership. Below, Dr. Faro talks about our biggest misconceptions and what she learned as she spent over a decade studying the topic. Check out the trailer below and the course here: Now, on to the interview: What led you to write a book and then do a course on “Demystifying Evil”? Why this topic and title? The book and this course come out ..read more

We recently talked with Dr. Wayne "Coach" Gordon, Director of the MA in Christian Community Development and the DMin in Christian Community Development at Northern Seminary. We talk about his virtual seminary course, Church-based Community Development, and about why this type of work is critical for the church today. Church-based Community Development is a for-credit course offered through Seminary Now that can be used towards a seminary degree. (Or you can just take the course for fun!) Check out the trailer below and the course here: Now, on ..read more

We recently talked with Gordon T. Smith, President of Ambrose University in Calgary, Alberta, and Professor of Systematic and Spiritual Theology. We talk about his virtual seminary course, Vocation, Work, and Career, and about why a “theology of work” course can be transformative for all those in positions of leadership. Vocation, Work, and Career is a for-credit course offered through Seminary Now that can be used towards a seminary degree. (Or you can just take the course for fun!) Check out the trailer below and the course here:   Now, on to the interview: What doe ..read more