Degree Department

States

Prayer - Powerful and Problematic transcript

Prayer - Powerful and Problematic

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "In prayer, we encounter the powerful presence of God. But prayer also presents some of the most perplexing issues related to faith. How then should we pray?"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Ash, Tony
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Troubling Faith - The Dangers of Believing transcript

A Troubling Faith - The Dangers of Believing

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "John is not just telling stories about Jesus. He's asking questions about faith. Real faith is a troubling, risky, uncontrollable thing. John's view of faith challenges our domesticated understandings of discipleship."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Woodroof, Tim
System: The Portal to Texas History
Danger On the Internet: Keeping Children Safe - Internet Safety for Children transcript

Danger On the Internet: Keeping Children Safe - Internet Safety for Children

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Sexual abuse rates are high in and out of the church. Learn to recognize symptoms of sexual abuse, and explore how the church can respond to members who are abused."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Wherry, Jeffrey N.
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Runaway and the Rich Man - Probing Philemon transcript

The Runaway and the Rich Man - Probing Philemon

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Philemon, like every other book of the Bible, is essential reading! Paul left us a compact and intriguing triple study in how early Christians approached motivation, reconciliation, and pressing social evils"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Jacoby, Doug
System: The Portal to Texas History
As Christ Has Forgiven You - A Workshop on Forgiveness transcript

As Christ Has Forgiven You - A Workshop on Forgiveness

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How can Christians become more forgiving? This morning's workshop with specialist Everett Worthington will provide us with invaluable resources, including manuals and workbooks based on his extensive research."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Worthington, Everett
System: The Portal to Texas History
Loving Confrontation - From Conflict to Community transcript

Loving Confrontation - From Conflict to Community

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We must learn to communicate, confront and sometimes conflict with others in order to deepen our relationships. Are you willing to work out the issues that keep you from authentic community? Let's learn together!"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Truschke, Linda
System: The Portal to Texas History
Developing Leaders - A Dialogue transcript

Developing Leaders - A Dialogue

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Leadership development should occupy the attention of all churches. These sessions focus on helping church leaders develop maturity and leadership among men and women in the local congregation."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Fair, Ian & Mitchell, Mitch
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Story of a Lovely Lady - Lessons From the Life of Esther on Being Used by God transcript

The Story of a Lovely Lady - Lessons From the Life of Esther on Being Used by God

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Esther was an ordinary woman set aside for an extraordinary purpose. We will study Esther's life to see how God prepared her, called her and blessed her."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Myers, Cari
System: The Portal to Texas History
Captives in Christ's Triumphal Procession - The Use of "Prisoners for Christ" in Prison Ministry transcript

Captives in Christ's Triumphal Procession - The Use of "Prisoners for Christ" in Prison Ministry

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Learn to lead individuals from prisoners of sin, crime, addiction and corruption into prisoners of Christ through the use of proven curriculum, materials, tools and processes."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Griffith, Buck
System: The Portal to Texas History
C.S. Lewis at the Movies - Evaluating the Narnian Chronicles Film Project transcript

C.S. Lewis at the Movies - Evaluating the Narnian Chronicles Film Project

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Filmmakers have begun the ambitious project of bringing Lewis' fantasy world to the big screen. What can Christians who have enjoyed reading these books to their children expect from the movie version?"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Tandy, Gary
System: The Portal to Texas History
Hollywood's Challenge to the Church - Fairytales, Violence and the Dark Things transcript

Hollywood's Challenge to the Church - Fairytales, Violence and the Dark Things

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "A well-informed understanding of how Hollywood communicates morally, sparks theological conversation, and culturally impacts our youth and churches will allow Christians to speak with a voice that is both redemptive and critically engaging."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Stevenson, Gregory
System: The Portal to Texas History
Discerning Leaders for an Advancing Kingdom - Leaders Who Get Out of the Way! transcript

Discerning Leaders for an Advancing Kingdom - Leaders Who Get Out of the Way!

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Many churches have transitioned from autocratic to participatory leadership. But, is there more? Are we shaped as much by participation in America's democracy as we are by participating in God's life?"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Peters, Doug
System: The Portal to Texas History
Becoming Truly Human - Making the Case for Spiritual Direction transcript

Becoming Truly Human - Making the Case for Spiritual Direction

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We learn what it means to be truly human as we follow Jesus into the gracious life of God. Come and hear how the practice of spiritual direction aids Christians in the pursuit of becoming truly human."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Harris, Randy
System: The Portal to Texas History
Surviving A World in Spiritual Crisis - Overcoming Trauma to the Heart and Soul transcript

Surviving A World in Spiritual Crisis - Overcoming Trauma to the Heart and Soul

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We live in a world that is sometimes filled with tragedy, heartache, dysfunction and broken relationships. What answers does God provide for surviving the disappointments of life and the spiritual storms they bring?"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Harbin, Jim
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Legacy of the Sinner's Prayer - A Novelty Come Full Circle transcript

The Legacy of the Sinner's Prayer - A Novelty Come Full Circle

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The practice of the sinner's prayer was developed to provide souls with a clear rebirth when baptism was seen as ritualistic. How do we graciously and honestly approach this conversation with our friends?"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Staten, Steve
System: The Portal to Texas History
Issues that Matter to the Father - Worship Matters transcript

Issues that Matter to the Father - Worship Matters

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "We will examine the dynamic of worship addressed in John 4 and uncover the essential cultural ingredient often overlooked in ministry. Let's discover methods to connect with people on an intimate level rarely experienced in churches."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Pendergrass, George
System: The Portal to Texas History
As Christ Has Forgiven You - A Workshop on Forgiveness transcript

As Christ Has Forgiven You - A Workshop on Forgiveness

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How can Christians become more forgiving? This morning's workshop with specialist Everett Worthington will provide us with invaluable resources, including manuals and workbooks based on his extensive research."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Worthington, Everett
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Desolate Valley is God's Roadway to Mission - Three Actions for Frustrated Church Leaders transcript

A Desolate Valley is God's Roadway to Mission - Three Actions for Frustrated Church Leaders

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Churches fell stymied by crisis, conflict or lack of direction. The Gospel gives us reason to avoid seeing these trouble spots as obstacles. Instead, they are the means by which God reconnects us to the mission and to the authentic life of the church."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Hawkins, Jay
System: The Portal to Texas History
Our Song - A Biblical Vision for a Racially Reconciled Church transcript

Our Song - A Biblical Vision for a Racially Reconciled Church

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "God has a vision of what the church should be that induced people of all races and nationalities. Come learn how forgiveness, friendship and ministry can draw us into deeper fellowship with all people and thus enrich our walk with God."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Spivey, Tim
System: The Portal to Texas History
Partners for 100 Years - Abilene Christian University and the College Church of Christ: Partners in Transition transcript

Partners for 100 Years - Abilene Christian University and the College Church of Christ: Partners in Transition

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Given the congregational autonomy of Churches of Christ, the relationship between congregation and university can be complicated. This class views this relationship through experience of ACU's longtime neighbor, the College/University Church of Christ"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Sharp, Eddie
System: The Portal to Texas History
Church Planting Returns - Staying Faithful to Christ and Culture transcript

Church Planting Returns - Staying Faithful to Christ and Culture

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Church planting has become a buzz word, but the task still remains beyond the experience of most churches. These classes will help church leaders consider some important issues and connections for church planting within our Restoration heritage."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Granberg, Stan
System: The Portal to Texas History
Let the Older Women Teach the Younger - The Place of Spiritual Discipline in Mentoring transcript

Let the Older Women Teach the Younger - The Place of Spiritual Discipline in Mentoring

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Scripture clearly instructs older women to teach those who are younger, yet we struggle to know exactly what that means. A biblical overview of the godly nature of mentoring will help determine what it is, why we participate in it and who might benefit the most."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Reese, Jeanene P.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Imagine a Marriageā€¦ - The Marriage That "Put Out into Deep Waters" transcript

Imagine a Marriageā€¦ - The Marriage That "Put Out into Deep Waters"

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "What if we could use some of the pictures of the ministry of Jesus to shape how we view our marriages? Beyond rules and roles, this class hopes that we can see our marriages in the stories of Jesus."
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Barcenas, Ignacio
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Fruit of the Spirit - How Galatians 5 Reads Us transcript

The Fruit of the Spirit - How Galatians 5 Reads Us

Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class will open the conversation surrounding Paul's "fruit of the Spirit" in Galatians 5, as well as other passages of Scripture where virtues are listed as characteristics of those who follow Christ. How might we cultivate these virtues today as people of God?"
Date: February 22, 2006
Creator: Christian, Jeff
System: The Portal to Texas History