SEVEN MINUTE SEMINARY
Video Archive
Reading Genesis 1 in Context (Part I)
How should we understand Genesis 1-2 in context? What are the issues involved? Dr. Sandy Richter leads us in an introduction to these few chapters that are so foundational to the Christian faith. She argues that the central question for readers of the biblical text should be, “What is this author trying to say?”
Reading with a Missional Hermeneutic: Psalm 2
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Dr. Brian Russell continues his discussion on reading with a missional hermeneutic — this time focusing on Psalm 2 — and shares what difference this makes for the church.
Reading with a Missional Hermeneutic: Psalm 1
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Dr. Brian Russell shares how we might read Psalm 1 using a missional hermeneutic, and what difference this makes for the church.
The Missional Church
Dr. Ed Stetzer of Lifeway Research shares with us about the missional church movement and what makes a church missional. View our growing playlist of
Can Christians Actually Be Holy?
Can we be holy? In this Seven Minute Seminary, Dr. John Oswalt addresses the claim by many that we are only viewed holy and righteous through Jesus Christ.
Great Preachers through the Centuries
Who are some of the church’s great preachers of the past? Dr. Michael Pasquarello III shares with us what makes some of the most well-known historical preachers exemplary models for us to follow.
The Meaning of Christmas
What is the meaning of Christmas, anyway? Dr. Michael Pasquarello explains. View our growing playlist of Seven Minute Seminary here.
What Is Atonement?
What is atonement? Dr. John Oswalt, Professor of Old Testament, provides insight from Scripture. View our growing playlist of Seven Minute Seminary here.
What Is Advent?
What is Advent? Watch this video with Dr. Michael Pasquerello as he explains its meaning and significance.
Yahweh and the Ancient Gods
Is the religion of the Bible just like all the rest? Or are there irreconcilable differences between the Bible’s God and other world religions? In this view, Dr. John Oswalt compares and contrasts Yahweh and the ancient gods, especially in light of the Old Testament teaching and ancient Near Eastern background.
The Creed of Chalcedon
What is the Creed of Chalcedon? What is its historical context? Why does it matter to the Church? The Creed of Chalcedon explained, with Dr. Chuck Gutenson.
The Creed of Constantinople
What is the Creed of Constantinople? What is its historical context? Why does it matter to the Church? The Creed of Constantinople explained, with Dr. Chuck Gutenson.
The Nicene Creed
What is the Nicene Creed? What is its historical context? Why does it matter to the Church? The Nicene Creed explained, with Dr. Chuck Gutenson.
The Apostles' Creed
What is the Apostles’ Creed? What is its historical context? Why does it matter to the Church? Dr. Charles Gutenson shares with us today. View
How Does the New Testament Use the Old Testament?
How are the New Testament and Old Testament intertwined? Dr. Ben Witherington discusses the relationship between the New Testament and Old Testament. View our growing playlist of
Romans: Sin and Worship, Part IV
Dr. Jim Miller on the relation between sin and worship in the book of Romans. View our growing playlist of Seven Minute Seminary here.
Why I'm Not a Calvinist by Ben Witherington
Editor’s note: while this is a presentation against Calvinism, we do embrace Calvinism as one rich stream in the wide tradition of historic Christian orthodoxy.
Romans: Sin and Worship, Part III
Dr. Jim Miller on the relation between sin and worship in the book of Romans. View our growing playlist of Seven Minute Seminary here.