Archive for December 2016
In praise of a God who saves: ruminations on 50 everyday evangelism stories
The face-numbingly cold wind probably made Gavin regret his decision to skip school that day. Though intentional in his decision to do so, when the near-freezing temperature proved it would only continue on its downward trajectory, even at midday, Gavin likely reconsidered his choice of abandoning the well-heated schoolhouse in favor of the open-air railroad…
Read MoreStudents’ parents turn to Jesus following years of prayer
On the Friday evening following her acceptance into Southwestern Seminary’s doctoral program, Sarah Moore* went to bed excited and grateful for the opportunity to further her studies, and it seemed as though nothing could exceed her present elation. But the following morning, she received news that greatly overshadowed the joy and excitement of any potential…
Read MoreVice President Steven Smith accepts pastorate in Arkansas
Dear Southwesterners, Congratulations are in order to the Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Ark., for calling one of the premier preachers in the whole Kingdom of our Lord to be their pastor. Similarly, we bid Dr. Steven Smith a blessing from Southwestern and, I am certain, from God as he accepts this pivotal pulpit. …
Read MoreSouthwestern graduates challenged to be characterized by obedience
In his report to fellow trustees during the fall 2016 trustee meeting this October, Bart Barber, chairman of the academic administration committee, said, “We have determined to unleash another assault on the gates of hell by approving for graduation in the fall 2016 commencement the students approved by the faculty and certified by the registrar.”…
Read MoreSouthwestern celebrates first Keyboards & Carols as ‘All-Steinway School’
The beginning of December marks a special time of year for the Southwestern School of Church Music. During the annual Keyboards & Carols at Christmas concert, Dec. 2, the nearly sold-out MacGorman Chapel and Performing Arts Center resonated with the sounds of favorite Christmas songs. Concertgoers were treated to a variety of music styles from…
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