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The strategic growth of Boyce College

Changing a small Bible college into a four-year undergraduate institution was a big risk. But 20 years later, Boyce College has grown exponentially — and its mission is more important than ever.

A ‘maximum degree of faithfulness’

A conversation with Albert Mohler about his 25 years as the president of Southern Seminary.

‘In awe of what God has done’

Longtime professor Hershael York tells his story of meeting R. Albert Mohler Jr. and the early days of his presidency.

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Three Questions with Alistair Begg

Freedom of delivery in the pulpit depends upon careful organization in the study.

History Highlight: SBTS Library Archives — then and now

Materials in the Archives and Special Collections are available for research Monday through Friday, 9-5, on the second floor of the James P. Boyce Centennial Library.

Book Reviews September 2018

“Spiritual Gifts: What They Are and Why They Matter”; “How the Nations Rage: Rethinking Faith and Politics in a Divided Age”; “Kiss the wave: Embracing God in Your Trials”; “ESV Archeology Study Bible”; “Acts 1-12 For You”

What should we do about spiritual gifts?

Thomas R. Schreiner discusses his new book on the topic.

The gospel in color: how to teach your kids

Jarvis Williams and Curtis Woods discuss their new book ‘the gospel in color.’

Main Course: Tips for Surviving Seminary

For many, the academic rigor of master’s-level seminary work is daunting. S. Craig Sanders, former editor of Towers and an SBTS M.Div. graduate, offers a few tips and words of advice.

Theology Forum: What is “open” or “closed” communion — and why does it matter?

When a church observes communion, who is eligible to sit at the Lord’s table?

Spiritual Fathering

It seems as if everyone is talking about pastoral mentorship these days. Not a week goes by that I don’t receive something in the mail at my office that reminds me of the importance of training younger men in pastoral ministry—a task that I embrace and seek to practice wholeheartedly. But most of the material…

Aiming at a Christ-Shaped Church

The aim of change for any declining local church is revival, growth, and maturity in Christlike love for God and His people. As a pastor, nothing gives me greater joy than to see God’s people being renewed in their desire to know God intimately, to praise Him passionately, and to love His people without hypocrisy.…

Healthy Church Structure for Church Revitalization

The necessity of healthy church structure has been a challenge from the time that the church began. It is not a new dilemma. Acts 2 describes how the first church developed a basic structure for worship, Bible study, and fellowship. As the church grew and additional challenges surfaced, the leaders added structure to take care…

Becoming an effective Church Revitalizer

One of the frequent questions asked of me regarding church revitalization is, “What are the requirements for being effective in church revitalization?” Mark Clifton, in his book Reclaiming Glory: Revitalizing Dying Churches, has done an excellent job in outlining the characteristics necessary for a church revitalizer. I do not want to just repeat his thoughts,…