DTS Chapel Service

Experiencing God Up Close

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, July 16, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Mike Pocock, chair and senior professor of World Missions and Intercultural Studies, reads from Psalm 139 and reminds us that God knows us deeply and intimately. He encourages us to move beyond mere knowledge "about" God so we can relate to Him through personal experience. (recorded: Jul. 16, 2008)

The Sluggard

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, July 9, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Stephen Bramer, professor of Bible Exposition, encourages us to use our time in a way that is productive rather than lazy. He looks at Proverbs 6 and reminds us to avoid the way of the sluggard by being diligent with the time God has given us. (recorded: Jul. 9, 2008)

Sitting Down With God

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, July 2, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Chaplain Bill Bryan, associate professor of Pastoral Ministries and seminary chaplain, encourages us to spend time with God. He looks at Psalm 37 and discusses the advantages of "sitting down" with Him daily. (recorded: Jul. 2, 2008)

Sacrificial Service

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, June 25, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Mark Heinemann, associate professor of Christian Education, discusses Christ's teaching on sacrificial service, which is recorded in John 12. He challenges us to lay aside our selfish desires and sacrificially serve just like Jesus did. (recorded: Jun. 25, 2008)

Driven by Love or Lust?

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, June 18, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Gary Barnes, associate professor of Biblical Counseling, asks us to examine our personal ambitions and determine whether they are driven by Christ's love or by selfishness. He looks at Romans 6:11-12 and shows that we are to flee selfish desires but allow God's grace and love to be a powerful "driver" in our life. (recorded: Jun. 18, 2008)

Modeling Christ's Humility

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, June 11, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Ron Allen, senior professor of Bible Exposition, reminds us to guard against "spiritual elitism," which is thinking we are better than others. He encourages us to adopt the principles recorded in Philippians 2, which outline Christ's amazing humility. (recorded: Jun. 11, 2008)

Two Are Better Than One

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, June 4, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Pond, associate professor of Bible Exposition, associate academic dean for Enrollment Services, and director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness explains how the wisdom of Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 can help us avoid ministry burnout. He shows how developing good friendships will provide a necessary source of encouragement when facing ministry challenges. (recorded: Jun. 4, 2008)

Ministry Burnout

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, May 28, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. James Allman, professor of Bible Exposition, discusses how reliance on human performance rather than allowing God to minister through us is destructive and can lead to ministry burnout. He encourages us to place ministry burdens into God's arms rather than ours. (recorded: May. 28, 2008)

Perspective Is More Important than Performance

Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, May 21, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Burns, senior professor of Systematic Theology, explains that one's biblically-shaped perspective is more important that performance. He encourages us to serve and trust God so that we can "walk by faith, not by sight." (recorded: May. 21, 2008)

Finding Confidence In God Amidst Wickedness

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 EST

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 Host: Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Vic Anderson, associate professor of Pastoral Ministries, encourages us to not worry about the evil actions of others because God's justice will one day be fulfilled. Dr. Anderson reflects upon what Proverbs 24:19-20 says about not fretting over wicked people. (recorded: May. 14, 2008)

For 83 Years Dallas Theological Seminary's (DTS) has maintained its mission to glorify God by equipping godly servant-leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide. It also provides a curriculum that includes the study of all 66 books of the Bible, along with practical training to enable students to grow spiritually and to share their knowledge with others.

The fall 2007 semester brought enrollment to 2,042 students who are studying at either the main campus, one of the Seminary's five extension sites, or online. These figures maintain DTS's status as one of the largest nondenominational evangelical seminaries in the world.

With this longstanding evangelical tradition, more than 133 international students have chosen to study at Dallas Seminary, making up six percent of the student body. Woman make up 25 percent with more than 500 students enrolled, and 419 minority students make up 20 percent of the student population.

"These are encouraging days," Dr. Bailey, president of Dallas Seminary, said. "A new generation of young leaders wants to be prepared for the challenges of ministry in the twenty-first century."

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