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Is Seminary Worth the Risk?
Working through graduate-level coursework takes time and commitment. Even though Redemption Seminary takes most of the financial risk out of attending seminary, is it worth the time and effort? or are there other risks to consider? Dr. John Schwandt explores answers to some of the most common and important questions people have when thinking about Redemption Seminary.
Karl Barth, What You Need to Know
Kingdom Eschatology
Helping Someone Overcome Shame and Despondence
Elyse Fitzpatrick takes us through a case study involving a homeschooling mother of five who has faithfully worked to educate her children and train them for the Lord. But the unthinkable has just happened. We will call her Madeline and her eldest daughter, who is 17, is pregnant. Madeline is crushed when she discovers that Hannah has been living a double life.
Elyse Fitzpatrick provides insights for helping people in situations like these overcome their shame and despondence by using gospel truths of forgiveness, belovedness, and adoption.
Providence Christian College
Graduates of Providence Christian College can continue their theological education without putting their lives on hold. At Redemption Seminary, you can pursue an accredited Master of Arts in Biblical Studies while staying active in your calling. With no high-stress exams and just 30 minutes a day, deepen your biblical knowledge through structured study, valuable digital resources, and guidance from Reformed mentors—chosen by you.
Theopolis Insitute
The Theopolis Institute offers several courses and programs that can provide up to 9 credits (master’s level) of transfer credit at Redemption Seminary. This would be 25% of the MABS program, reducing the cost and time to earn an accredited master’s degree in biblical studies without additional traveling.
Redemption Master’s Programs are designed to work within professional and ministry lives and responsibilities. Courses use a workbook approach (rather than long papers) and are graded with personal conversations with a mentor (rather than exams). Everything is 100% online and has flexible scheduling, so students can even make substantive progress using their daily Bible study time. The program structure can make these times in the Word very productive.
Healing Over the Holidays: A Hopeful Recommendation
The holiday season can be a difficult time, but Hope for the Heart offers a beacon of hope and healing. This ministry provides a wealth of resources, including books, articles, and online courses, to help individuals navigate life's challenges and find spiritual growth.
Additionally, the ministry offers educational programs, including a caregiver program with potential transfer credit opportunities.
Tool for Resolving "Worship Wars"
What is Wisdom and How to Gain it
What is theology for?
The real work of theology is indeed farming. The purpose of Scripture and its interpretation is to grow healthy disciples who understand what God has done in Christ and desire to live along the grain of the created order made new in Christ. Theology is about eschatologically-enhanced farming—reaping the firstfruit of eternal life in the power of the Spirit.
Artos Academy
Artos Academy has partnered with Redemption Seminary to allow Artos Academy ’s certificate and course completers the opportunity to earn transfer credits toward a master’s degree. This valuable partnership will save you time and money!
Like Artos Academy, Redemption Seminary’s courses are 100% online and self-paced so they fit in your busy lifestyle. You will work with a mentor each week to discuss and apply what you are learning. With transfer credit from Artos Academy, you could complete an MA in Biblical Studies in 2-3 years!
Additionally, the ministry offers educational programs, including a caregiver program with potential transfer credit opportunities.
LearnLogos
At Redemption Seminary, we want our students to get the most out of their Logos digital library—a powerful tool for biblical research and study. While we provide training within our courses and offer periodic sessions led by Logos staff, we also recognize that mastering Logos takes time and dedicated learning.
That’s why we highly recommend LearnLogos.com
Dr. Heiser’s AWKNG School of Theology & Redemption Seminary
How Luther Reformed Marriage
Luther elevated marriage and family life; in one scholar’s words, he “placed the home at the center of the universe.” His teaching and practice were so radical, so long-lasting, some scholars have argued that other than the church “the home was the only sphere of life which the Reformation profoundly affected.”
Where Students Can Find Help
This post lists many places and sources with literature to answer questions. It also provides direction for when to contact who with different types of questions. There are two forums that are especially helpful.
Feel free to post questions to other students and the whole Redemption community at https://faithlife.com/redemption-seminary/activity
If you have questions about Logos Bible Software, there is a great forum with very helpful users who have the experience and generosity to answer most questions about using Logos: https://community.logos.com/forums/
Student-Centered Education
Theological education should reflect Christ’s love and focus. One of the proverbial puzzles in education is how to keep the student at the center, while also maintaining high standards that push students beyond where they would naturally push themselves. We quickly find ditches on either side of the path of theological education. The pit on one side is lowering the academic bar by allowing students to define it. The pit on the other side is placing the school at the center.
The Meaning of "Son of Man"
The objective of this short study is to learn the significance of Jesus’ favorite title for himself, Son of Man. Dr. Moo provides an explanation the meaning of this phrase in Dan 7 and the significance of Jesus’ application of that vision to Himself.
After watching this lecture and working through two short additional readings, you can experience the effect this understanding can have on your interpretation of this phrase wherever it is used in the New Testament.