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The Bible and the Christian Academic

24 May 2020 | R. Philip Roberts

Although the Bible is the most influential and most published book in the world, it is rarely referred to in higher education. What has been its impact in academia? How can Christian academicians utilize the Bible in their various disciplines as well as in their personal lives and witness? How can we promote its message and relevance in the secular academy? Why should every Christian academic think biblically?

 

The History of Israel from Samson to Solomon

22 May 2020 | Peter S. Williams

Are the historical narratives of the Old Testament a bunch of myths and legends concocted by Jews writing during the Babylonian exile, as ‘sceptics’ like Richard Dawkins say? What is the evidence for the historicity of history according to the Old Testament? This talk looks at three major figures from the early history of Israel, Samson, David and Solomon.

The Power of Art in Troubled Times

27 May 2020 | Charles David Kelley

We will never forget this global crisis. Just like our forefathers told us about WWII, the fall of the Soviet Union, or the tsunamis in Indonesia, Thailand, and Japan; the Covid-19 pandemic is something we will speak about with future generations. We will also remember the various great artistic expressions created in the middle of crisis. This includes our own artistic responses. For some of us, our creativity is being unleashed in our families and churches while for others it is directed toward society at large.

The Beauty and Brokenness of Sex (Sexual Addiction, Part 1)

26 May 2020 | Richard Winter

Sex is a wonderful gift from God to be enjoyed within the boundaries our Creator has revealed in Scripture. It points us to the deep intimacy we will one day have with the Lord. Sadly, it is also profoundly misused in many ways, especially with the constant temptation of pornography. We easily become addicted to the rituals and pleasure of sexual arousal and release, thus damaging ourselves and others who are caught in the porn and sex trade industry throughout the world.

Hope and Longings in TV Shows for Children

24 May 2020 | Anne Solfrid Brennhovd

TV shows play a significant role in childhood, and children become emotionally attached to their favorite shows. They relate to the characters, whether they are pink ponies, sparkling elves, or six-year-old superheroes. Thus these stories are vital to the children’s worldview formation. Many of these fictional stories deal with our longings and need for hope. How, then, can we help the children to identify how and where their favorite characters search for hope?

The Communion of Giving and Receiving

26 May 2020 | Rob Martin

Why is fundraising so hard? How can we fundraise in a biblical and healthy way? This session explores the concept of sustained interdependence, when ministries are strengthened and supported by local boards, local funding, and local accountability, which in turn creates local ownership and responsibility. Sustained interdependence allows engagement and partnership where all are equal partners at the foot of the cross. This session gives practical steps that foster the communion of giving and receiving where mere transactions become transformative and dependency moves to discipleship.

Technology and Humanity: What the Digital Age is Doing to Our Soul

27 May 2020 | Andy Bannister

With digital technology accelerating ever faster, with more and more of us living our lives plugged 24/7 into the web, how is technology changing how our friends and neighbours think about life and humanity? What are the challenges for the gospel? How can Christians engage well with the questions that technology raises?

Agile Church: Survival Skills for Christian Organizations in the 21st Century

25 May 2020 | Bernd Winkelstraeter

The digital age brings frequent changes and disruptions, severely increasing uncertainty. In the commercial world, many companies realize that their structures, leadership, and culture can’t cope with such complexity. They pursue an “agile transformation”, radically focusing on their customer’s rapidly changing needs. In contrast, churches and Christian organizations often rely on proven approaches from the past, risking to fall behind in a rapidly changing world.