SEVEN MINUTE SEMINARY
Video Archive
What Repentance Has to Do with Evangelism
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Dr. Scott Camp challenges the church not to leave out this essential message when presenting the good news of Jesus in the 21st century.
How Jesus Christ Atones for Our Sin
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Dr. Joshua McNall presents four models for what’s called atonement, or being made at-one with God.
The Protestant Reformation in Wesleyan Perspective
Jason Vickers interprets the Protestant Reformation, of which Methodism was a part, by focusing on two of its renewal emphases: sola scriptura and sola fides.
The Continuity Between the Old Testament and New Testament
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Craig Keener reminds us that salvation, even in the Old Testament, was always by grace through faith.
Should Christians Observe the Old Testament Law? Which Parts?
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Craig Keener helps explain the context of Israel’s laws by pointing out that many of the laws were admittedly meant to limit sin, not abolish it altogether.
Christian Counseling and the Spiritual World
In this video, Dr. Steve Stratton describes the process of counseling people in a way that recognizes the unity of persons.
The Old Testament Laws in Their Ancient Context
In this Seven Minute Seminary video, Dr. Craig Keener works through other ancient law codes, such as the Code of Hammurabi, and highlights both the similarities and contrasts with the biblical law.
The Meaning of the Tabernacle in the Old Testament
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Craig Keener helps situate the Tabernacle in its ancient context, noting both its similarities and contrasts with other temples in the region.
How to Use Alpha to Plant Churches
In today’s Seven Minute Seminary, Christian Selvaratnam of Alpha encourages those considering church-planting to use Alpha as a launching pad for gathering people together in new churches.
Ministry in the Power of the Holy Spirit
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Dr. Steve Seamands encourages us to consider John Wesley as a model for how to responsibly welcome the ministry of the Holy Spirit among us.
What Happens When the Church Reads the Bible Out of Context (Part IV)
Some of our most cherished beliefs, songs, and platitudes are based on proof-texting, which means that the original historical and literary context of the Bible is ignored.
How the Gospel Is Sown Across Asia
In this Seven Minute Seminary, Adonis Abelard O. Gorospe offers several angles to consider when reflecting on global Christianity and missionary efforts in Asia.
What Happens When the Church Reads the Bible Out of Context (Part III)
Some of our most cherished beliefs, songs, and platitudes are based on proof-texting, which means that the original historical and literary context of the Bible is ignored.
How Christianity Became a Heart Religion
Scott Kisker explains how several traditions recaptured the significance of a genuine faith encounter with Jesus Christ following the Protestant Reformation.
What Happens When the Church Reads the Bible Out of Context (Part II)
Some of our most cherished beliefs, songs, and platitudes are based on proof-texting, which means that the original historical and literary context of the Bible is ignored.
Ministry in the Pattern of the Resurrected Jesus
In this Seven Minute Seminary video, James Swanson casts a vision for ministry in the pattern of the resurrected Jesus, who appeared to his disciples on the road to Emmaus.
What Happens When the Church Reads the Bible Out of Context (Part I)
Some of our most cherished beliefs, songs, and platitudes are based on proof-texting, which means that the original historical and literary context of the Bible is ignored.
How Gospel Movements Multiply and Affect Existing Churches
Steve Addison offers a different starting point for church-planting—evangelism and discipleship. He then explores how this movement model multiplies and how traditional churches can participate in this kind of gospel work.