Evangelicalism & Higher Education

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As President Philip W. Eaton began his term at Seattle Pacific University, the university began reinvestigating what it means to be a Christian center of higher learning. Join us as faculty and distinguished guests explore the relationship between Christianity and scholarship in both general and dis…

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    • Nov 3, 2007 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 22 EPISODES


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    The Renewal of Classical Christianity: Teaching

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 60:41


    1997/02/13. Suggests that the modern, Christian university must interact with the evangelicalism through a renewal of classic Christian teaching and orthodox hermeneutics. Thomas Oden, Professor of Theology and Ethics, Drew University. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education. Alfred S. Palmer Lecture.

    The Renewal of Classical Christianity: Spirituality

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 46:48


    1997/02/13. Suggests that the modern, Christian university must interact with the evangelicalism through a renewal of classic Christian teaching and orthodox hermeneutics. Thomas Oden, Professor of Theology and Ethics, Drew University. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education. Alfred S. Palmer Lecture.

    The Renewal of Classical Christianity: Exegesis

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 46:48


    1997/02/13. Suggests that the modern, Christian university must interact with the evangelicalism through a renewal of classic Christian teaching and orthodox hermeneutics. Thomas Oden, Professor of Theology and Ethics, Drew University. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education. Alfred S. Palmer Lecture.

    Wesleyan Heritage

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 25:10


    1997/02/14. Promotes and utilizes the Wesleyan theological method which balances the primacy of Scripture with the Wesleyan quadrilateral and the way that this should inform Christian living. Kenneth Kinghorn, Dean of Theology, Asbury Seminary. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    The Christian as Scholar

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 58:20


    1997/02/14. Engaging faith through scholarship. James Sire, Campus Lecturer for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Care of Souls: The Theology of Pastoral Counseling

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 68:05


    1997/02/13. Exploring one's own understanding of and place within Christianity through the writings and experiences of the ancient Christian writers. Thomas Oden, Professor of Theology and Ethics, Drew University. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Science and Christian Higher Education: A Panel Discussion (Original Title Unavailable)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 87:47


    1997/02/13. Christian scientists discuss the need to distinguish between science and greater philosophical questions, methodological vs. metaphysical naturalism, and ethics issues. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    The Democratization of Spirituality

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 63:19


    1997/02/13. Explores the historical spread of Christian spirituality and quietist theology through the mainline church especially highlighting Madam Guyon's influence. Patricia Ward, Professor of Comparative Literature and French, Vanderbilt University. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Wesleyan to the Core

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 42:48


    1997/02/13. Argues for the need to embrace SPU's Wesleyan heritage while also embracing a larger, non-denominational Christianity. Kent Hill, Professor Emeritus of History. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    The Future of the Bible in an Age of Bible Illiteracy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 34:07


    1997/02/12. Discusses the state of biblical translation and interpretation and the biblical literacy of the western and the two-thirds world church. Ben Witherington, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Asbury Seminary. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Why Should Anyone Believe Anyone At All?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 44:56


    1997/02/13. Explores why people believe what they do, then proposes criteria to evaluate whether or not those are valid. James Sire, Campus Lecturer for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Refreshing Our Vision for Ministry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 31:11


    1997/02/13. Encourages ministers to adopts God's vision for ministry, not a limited human vision, and rejoices in the truth and potency of the Gospel. Alister McGrath, Principal of Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Evangelicalism and Higher Education: A Panel Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 102:50


    1997/02/12. Special panel of renowned Christian scholars comes together to discuss the week's issues as a community. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    The Soul of Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 16:58


    1997/02/12. Argues that all science involves faith, whether in God or materialism, and urges Christians to allow faith to shape their questions and explorations. Nancy Pearcy, Fellow and Policy Director, Wilberforce Forum. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Discipleship of the Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 32:37


    1997/02/12. Examines the importance of thinking in the Christian life and engages the relationship of faith and reason. James Sire, Campus Lecturer for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    A Passion for the Truth: The Future of Christian Higher Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 32:20


    1997/02/12. How does higher education fit into the future of Christianity? Alister McGrath, Principal of Wycliffe Hall, Oxford University. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Evangelicals in Higher Education: A Retrospective

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 48:13


    1997/02/11. What have evangelicals done for education in the past 5 years? What should be done differently? The same? William Hull, Provost, Southern Seminary. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Who Do You Love?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 36:05


    1997/02/11. Tries to understand God's role in the horrifically unjust world and how to look at it through the lens of the gospel, loving what God loves. Steve Garber, Director, American Studies Program. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    God's Central Plan: Holiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 44:44


    1997/02/11. Explores God's central plan for Christians to conform to the image of Jesus and be filled with the Spirit. Kenneth Kinghorn, Dean of Theology, Asbury Seminary. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    The Many Modern Faces of Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 39:27


    1997/02/11. Describes the Pharisaical system of first century Israel and the historical importance of Jesus life and teaching within that context. Ben Witherington, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Asbury Seminary. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Weaving Together Belief and Behavior

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 56:53


    1997/02/10. Describes integrating learning, belief, and behavior as one of the hardest yet most important tasks of the university student, and offers principles to help. Steve Garber, Director, American Studies Program. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

    Perfection of the Intellect: A Goal for Christian Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2007 35:13


    1997/02/10. Explores what education of the Christian mind can mean in spite of an anti-intellectualist church culture. James Sire, Campus Lecturer for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. Symposium on Evangelicalism and Higher Education.

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