Archive for October 2017
FROM THE PROFS: Opportunity to reach the world is here in our community
An evangelism visit to an international food mart proved that reaching the nations is possible right here in our own community. “Three continents were represented in our conversation,” says John Massey. “Christians from America and Nigeria were sharing Christ with two ladies from Nepal.” Massey, associate professor of missions at Southwestern Seminary, and Mattias, a…
Read MoreProfessors use ride to airport to lead driver to Christ
When Alexandria, a local Uber driver, picked up Southwestern professors Keith Eitel and Matt Queen to take them to the airport for a trip to Singapore, she was uncertain of where she would spend eternity. Her life so far seemed to reflect that of a “good person” who tried to do the right things and…
Read MoreReligion is strengthening marriage and families, sociologist finds
Are marriages rooted in religion a pathway to a fulfilling and stable life, or encouragement for domestic violence? Studies indicate that marriage is consistently lending stability and a positive direction to society, says a family-focused sociologist. Bradford Wilcox, professor of sociology at the University of Virginia, studies marriage and its sociological and political implications as…
Read MoreFROM THE PROFS: Walk in the park sets couple’s lives on course
A walk in the park set a Fort Worth couple on a new path in life thanks to the outreach of missions professor Mike Morris and two Southwestern Seminary students. Their conversation with the couple made for a memorable experience—for Morris, for the couple, and for the students involved. Throughout Morris’ life, God has placed…
Read MoreTravis Trawick elected VP for Institutional Advancement
Travis Trawick was elected the new vice president for Institutional Advancement (I.A.) at Southwestern Seminary during the trustees’ fall meeting, Oct. 18. He was recommended for the position by Southwestern President Paige Patterson. Trawick first came to Southwestern in 2004, completing a Master of Divinity degree in 2008 and subsequently enrolling in the Ph.D. program…
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