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Madeleine L'Engle reflects on her life and the experiences that shaped her understanding of and relationship with God amidst the enormity of our universe.  Madeleine L'Engle was an author, best known for her book A Wrinkle in Time.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Brenda Salter McNeil preaches on the book of Esther, challenging our preconceived notions of who can be a leader.  Brenda Salter McNeil is a pastor, speaker, and author. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

James Cone preaches about his experience of discrimination and oppression growing up in Jim Crow Arkansas and about how his upbringing and faith influenced his theological pursuits. James Cone was a renowned theologian and author. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Archibald Hart reflects on the societal pressures for success in our modern world and how to cultivate a healthy theology of failure.  Archibald Hart was an author, psychologist, and professor of clinical psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Susannah Heschel explores historical attitudes regarding Jesus and his Jewish identity in 19th and 20th century Germany and highlights the impact of racism on understanding the person of Christ. Susannah Heschel is a Jewish studies scholar. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Brian McLaren speaks about the development and content of his 2010 book A New Kind of Christianity, reflecting on the opportunities for Christian transformation in the mid-2000s. Brian McLaren is an author, speaker, and pastor. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Peter L. Benson shares about his work on how to support children and families in healthy, positive growth and development. Peter L. Benson was a developmental psychologist, author, and researcher.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Vicente Fox speaks about the sociopolitical changes in Latin America in the 20th century and how leadership focused on transformation and thriving can positively impact those living in the region. Vicente Fox was the 62nd president of Mexico. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Marianne Meye Thompson preaches on Jesus' calling of the disciples in the book of Luke and what it means for us to be called by Christ.  Marianne Meye Thompson is an author, theologian, and former George Eldon Ladd Professor of New Testament at Fuller Theological Seminary.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Justo González preaches about the role of the Holy Spirit in the church and the importance of sharing the Spirit's empowerment with others.  Justo González is an author, theologian, and Methodist elder. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Ray Anderson preaches on Judas's betrayal and the power of Christ's forgiveness and redemption despite our shame, guilt, and remorse.  Ray Anderson was senior professor of theology and ministry at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Candace Shields preaches on how our God-given differences serve as strengths rather than weaknesses when we come together to work as one. Candace Shields is a bishop and pastor at Twice Called Christian Center in San Bernardino, California. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Richard Mouw preaches on how a Mormon understanding of the New Jerusalem following Christ's return can help Christians better conceive of the heavenly kingdom to come. Richard Mouw is a theologian and philosopher and was the fourth president of Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Archibald Hart preaches on the power of God's forgiveness and how such a gift can lead to overflowing love toward our Lord and our neighbor.  Archibald Hart was an author, psychologist, and professor of clinical psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Lauren Winner examines several myths about sex that have been perpetuated in the American church and provides biblically-based responses to such misconceptions.  Lauren Winner is an author, speaker, professor, and Episcopal priest. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Elizabeth Conde-Frazier reflects on how hospitality, vision, and curiosity facilitate encounters with those around us that allow us to hear each others' stories and see the ways in which the Spirit is working in the world. Elizabeth Conde-Frazier is a pastor, professor, and theologian.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

J. Alfred Smith calls us to awaken morally and spiritually in order to live actively in the world, drawing on the example of Martin Luther King Jr.  J. Alfred Smith is an author and pastor emeritus of the Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland, California. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Glen Stassen preaches on the topic of shame, examining the events surrounding Christ's crucifixion and how God is with us in the midst of our shame. Glen Stassen was the Lewis B. Smedes Professor of Christian Ethics and the executive director of the Just Peacemaking Initiative at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Marguerite Shuster reflects on the topics of permanence and transience, and considers how our Christian faith can stabilize and ground us amongst the changes that life brings.  Marguerite Shuster is an author, ordained minister, and professor emeritus of Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Alexis Abernethy focuses on the book of Matthew, preaching about Jesus' example to us as the embodiment of the gospel and God's coming kingdom.  Alexis Abernethy is professor of psychology and chief academic officer at Fuller Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Walter Brueggemann reflects on the covenantal nature of our relationships with God and one another.  Walter Brueggemann is an author and Old Testament theologian. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Richard Rohr discusses historical developments within the Protestant and Catholic churches, the limitations that come with black-and-white thinking, and how contemplative practice helps to expand our faith.  Richard Rohr is an author and Franciscan priest.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Richard Rohr preaches on the book of Acts and Christ's call to be present and heal the suffering in the world.  Richard Rohr is an author and Franciscan priest.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Drawing from his 2008 book The Great Awakening, Jim Wallis preaches on the relationship between the American evangelical church and politics in the early 2000s. Jim Wallis is a theologian, author, and activist. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Lisseth Rojas-Flores reflects on her experience of immigrating to the United States as she discusses the topic of the church's responsibility to care for immigrants from all nations and backgrounds.  Lisseth Rojas-Flores is associate professor of clinical psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

N. T. Wright discusses the importance of practice and discipline in the development of Christian virtues. N. T. Wright is an author, theologian, and Anglican bishop. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Ralph Watkins reflects on the future directions of leadership, theology, and seminary training within the African American church. (2007) Ralph Watkins is a professor, pastor, and author. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.  

Max De Pree reflects on how his Christian faith informs his approach to leadership in business and the marketplace. Max De Pree was CEO of Herman Miller, a businessman,  an author, and a Fuller Seminary trustee. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.  

Margo Houts and David Scholer discuss their experiences of women's ministry roles in the latter half of the 20th century. Margo Houts is an ordained minister, professor, and Fuller alumna. David Scholer was a pastor and a New Testament professor at Fuller Theological Seminary.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Ian Pitt-Watson preaches about the history of the Samaritans and challenges the church to love, to recognize the goodness in, and to learn from the neighbors around us. Ian Pitt-Watson was a scholar, preacher, and Fuller Seminary professor. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

George Eldon Ladd speaks a message about the church's mission: to preach the gospel in all the world. George Eldon Ladd was professor of New Testament exegesis and theology. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

John A. Sims shares about Fuller Seminary's second president, Edward John Carnell, his belief in reforming Evangelicalism, and his influence on shaping the seminary's character.  John A. Sims was the author of Edward John Carnell: Defender of the Faith. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

David Allan Hubbard takes a deep dive into Fuller's history of becoming a leading institution in a new evangelical movement—with its commitment to ecumenism and to the church at large. David Allan Hubbard was an Old Testament scholar and the third president of Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

David Allan Hubbard surveys the history of Fuller Theological Seminary and reflects on the school's formative figures and its key values. David Allan Hubbard was an Old Testament scholar and the third president of Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

In this 1947 convocational address, delivered on the first day of classes at Fuller Theological Seminary, Harold Ockenga speaks about the world's need for Christian leaders. Harold Ockenga was a minister, an author, and the founding president of Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Madeleine L'Engle reflects on her life and the experiences that shaped her understanding of and relationship with God amidst the enormity of our universe.  Madeleine L'Engle was an author, best known for her book A Wrinkle in Time.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

In this session of the 2022 Integration Symposium, “Engaging Gratitude and Humanity's Moral Faculties in the Face of Climate Change and Other Global Crises,” Robert Emmons reflects on our capacity for gratitude to the natural world and how gratitude may help combat climate change. In response, Wilmer G. Villacorta meditates on how we have come to objectify others and how gratitude can be a step toward witnessing God's shalom and justice in creation, and Bethany Ferguson talks about our increasing disconnection to the environment and the need for a humble recognition of our interconnectedness. Robert Emmons is professor emeritus of psychology at University of California, Davis; Wilmer G. Villacorta is associate professor of intercultural studies; and Bethany Ferguson is a PhD student in the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.

In this session of the 2022 Integration Symposium, “You Are What You Thank: Gratitude to God and the Shaping of Identity,” Robert Emmons discusses gratitude in spiritual contexts and how gratitude directed toward God can be formative to who we are. In response, Pamela Ebstyne King explains how gratitude can both guide us and propel us toward thriving and the good life, and Hannah Che considers the dynamics between Christian gratitude and suffering, lament, and pain, through a particular Korean cultural lens. Robert Emmons is professor emeritus of psychology at University of California, Davis; Pamela Ebstyne King is the Peter L. Benson Professor of Applied Developmental Science and the executive director of the Thrive Center for Human Development; Hannah Che is a PsyD student in the School of Psychology and Marriage & Family Therapy.

In this session of the 2022 Integration Symposium, “The Story of Gratitude: From an Ancient Religious Practice to a Modern Global Movement,” Robert Emmons introduces the history of gratitude research and shares about the multifaceted positive outcomes gratitude has on individuals and communities. In response, Amos Yong uses a biblical and theological lens to consider how worship practices can help us experience and nurture gratitude, and Rebecca Baer, drawing parallels from her research on joy, reflects on both distorted and positive forms of gratitude. Robert Emmons is professor emeritus of psychology at University of California, Davis; Amos Yong is dean of the School of Mission and Theology and professor of theology and mission; and Rebecca Baer is a PhD student in the School of Psychology and Marriage & Family Therapy.

In this session of the 2021 Missiology Lectures, “Healing in the History of Christianity,” Kimberly Alexander gives an overview of the theology and ministry practices associated with healing in the long history of the Christianity. In response, Vince Bantu considers global Christian approaches to healthcare, with a particular look at examples from the late antique and medieval periods. Kimberly Alexander is a historian of Pentecostalism and is director of online education at the Ramp School of Ministry, and Vince Bantu is assistant professor of church history and Black church studies at Fuller Seminary.

In this session of the 2021 Missiology Lectures, “The Mission of the Church: Abundant Health,” Miroslav Volf reflects on God's mission to make God's home in the world and among the wholeness of creation and all its creatures. In response, Pamela Ebstyne King speaks about the church's need for models of ministry and mission that enable us to grow into our full selves—with and for God, and with and for others. Miroslav Volf is Henry B. Wright Professor of Theology and founding director of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture at Yale University, and Pamela Ebstyne King is Peter L. Benson Associate Professor of Applied Developmental Science, PhD psychological science program chair, and executive director of the Thrive Center for Human Development.

Miroslav Volf and N. T. Wright spoke about their faith journeys, the Christian life, the state of the church, and more in a conversation with Mark Labberton. At the time of recording, Miroslav Volf was founding director of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture and Henry B. Wright Professor of Systematic Theology at Yale Divinity School and N. T. Wright was research professor of New Testament and early Christianity at St. Mary's College in the University of St. Andrews

In his lecture “World Faiths and Globalization: How Does Globalization Affect Them?” delivered at the 2014 Payton Lectures, Miroslav Volf reflected on how world faiths—with their visions of human flourishing—meet systems of power and wealth in the midst of globalization. In response to Miroslav Volf's lecture “World Faiths and Globalization: How Does Globalization Affect Them?” Marguerite Shuster, Oscar García-Johnson, Mignon Jacobs discussed themes of colonization, human flourishing, and the public arena as they relate to the major world faiths. At the time of recording, Miroslav Volf was director of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture and Henry B. Wright Professor of Systematic Theology at Yale Divinity School, Marguerite Shuster was Harold John Ockenga Professor Emeritus of Preaching and Theology, Oscar García-Johnson was associate professor of theology and Latino/a studies, and Mignon Jacobs was associate professor of Old Testament.

In his lecture “World Faiths and Globalization: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?” delivered at the 2014 Payton Lectures, Miroslav Volf explored six common features shared by world religions, suggesting a frame for interfaith engagement in an increasingly globalized world. In response, Mark Labberton considered the complexities that passion, power, and fear bring to interfaith conversations—and questioned how love might also play a part.  At the time of recording, Miroslav Volf was director of the Yale Center for Faith and Culture and Henry B. Wright Professor of Systematic Theology at Yale Divinity School. Mark Labberton is president of Fuller Seminary.

William Pannell speaks with Jemar Tisby about his journey of faith, the cost of following Jesus, the racial history of the American church, and the newly updated and expanded edition of his 1993 book, The Coming Race Wars. William Pannell is professor emeritus of preaching at Fuller Seminary. Jemar Tisby is a historian, author, and the president and co-founder of The Witness: A Black Christian Collective.

Alexis Abernethy teaches that pathways to healing require communities, spaces, and relationships which hold pain and allow for expressing truth through lament. Alexis Abernethy is professor of psychology and Fuller's chief academic officer. This lecture was originally delivered as part of Fuller's Student Engagement and Success's Last Lecture series.

In a conversation moderated by Amos Yong, Warren Brown and Brad Strawn discuss the dynamics of extended cognition in embodied religious experiences, practices, and communities. Warren S. Brown is director of Fuller's Lee Edward Travis Research Institute and professor of Psychology; Brad Strawn is Fuller's chief of spiritual formation and integration and Evelyn and Frank Freed Professor of the Integration of Psychology and Theology; and Amos Yong is Fuller's dean of the School of Mission and Theology.

In his lecture “Navigating the Generations,” delivered at the 2012 Missiology Lectures, Soong-Chan Rah examined the sociocultural factors at play across generations within immigrant churches—with a specific look at the Asian North American church. In response, Sunoko Lin and Timothy K. Park discussed the generational divides in Asian Immigrant churches. At the time of recording, Soong-Chan Rah was the Milton B. Engebretson Associate Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism at North Park Theological Seminary, Sunoko Lin was pastor of Maranatha Christian Fellowship, and Timothy K. Park was professor of Asian mission and director of Korean Studies at Fuller Seminary.

In his lecture “Suffering and Celebration,” delivered at the 2012 Missiology Lectures, Soong-Chan Rah spoke on the multicultural church’s need for intersecting theologies of both suffering and celebration. In response, Ryan K. Bolger and Juan Martínez discussed the problems of American church growth and the varying Christian narratives told in churches. At the time of recording, Soong-Chan Rah was the Milton B. Engebretson Associate Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism at North Park Theological Seminary, Ryan K. Bolger was associate professor of church in contemporary culture, and Juan Martínez was associate provost for diversity and international programs and associate professor of Hispanic studies and pastoral leadership.

In his lecture “Cultural Intelligence and the Multicultural Church,” delivered at the 2012 Missiology Lectures, Soong-Chan Rah explained how power and cultural incompetence in majority cultures breeds an oppressive otherness, in the world and in the church, in particular. In response, Kevin Haah, Craig Hendrickson, and Roberta King offered perspectives on leading congregations and communities in developing cultural intelligence. At the time of recording, Soong-Chan Rah was the Milton B. Engebretson Associate Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism at North Park Theological Seminary, Kevin Haah was pastor of New City Church in LA, Craig Hendrickson was pastor of Living Hope in New York City, and Roberta King was assistant professor of communication and ethnomusicology at Fuller Seminary.

In his message at Fuller’s All-Seminary Chapel, Soong-Chan Rah reflected on Acts 15 and asked how the Western Church might move from its captivity to culture and toward deeper commitment to Christ. This lecture was delivered at Fuller’s 2012 Missiology Lectures. At the time of recording, Soong-Chan Rah was the Milton B. Engebretson Associate Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism at North Park Theological Seminary.