Seeing From an 8th Century Pulpit transcript

Seeing From an 8th Century Pulpit

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "From New Testament times, preachers have found favorite texts for sermons in Isaiah. In these rich opportunities, preaching through Isaiah presents numerous problems today. Class will explore perspectives that will nurture preaching from Isaiah."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Sensing, Tim
System: The Portal to Texas History
Isaiah and the Politics of Faith - Part 1 transcript

Isaiah and the Politics of Faith - Part 1

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah 1-12 addresses two perennially controversial topics, politics and religion. What relevance does Isaiah have for contemporary Christians and today's church?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Marrs, Rick
System: The Portal to Texas History
Sexual Abuse and Children in the Church - Part 1 transcript

Sexual Abuse and Children in the Church - Part 1

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Sexual abuse, particularly the sexual abuse of children, is a non-denominational problem confronting churches. What are the signs of abuse? How can we respond lovingly and faithfully to the needs of the abused, the abuser, the congregation and society?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: unknown
System: The Portal to Texas History
Sharing God's Passionate Heart for All Peoples transcript

Sharing God's Passionate Heart for All Peoples

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "When does renewal require reform? If Jesus were to arrive at my church, would He make a whip or praise God? Come explore the continuing conversion of the church by inviting Jesus to interrupt and transform the status quo."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Mattis, Mary Lee
System: The Portal to Texas History
From the Vain World's Golden Store transcript

From the Vain World's Golden Store

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "We've been called to follow Jesus in complete, wholehearted obedience. Even though we've said 'yes' to Him, there is constant possibility that our minds may somehow be led astray from our sincere and pure devotion to Christ. Listen to the voice of Jesus call us to love Him, and Him alone!"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Stirman, Peggy
System: The Portal to Texas History
Is Rhetoric Reality? transcript

Is Rhetoric Reality?

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The final chapters of Isaiah address the challenges of living in a newly created community that does not yet live in the utopian world religious people sometimes seek. These chapters offer a model to us as we also live faithfully under less-than-ideal circumstances."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Hamilton, Mark
System: The Portal to Texas History
From Complex Christianity to Compasssionate Christianity transcript

From Complex Christianity to Compasssionate Christianity

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Rediscover God's design for Christianity and allow Christ to transform you by His unfailing love. Be reminded of His unselfish desire to trade His home in heaven so that yours could be created. WARNING: Participation in these classes may result in laughter, encouragement and fun - inspiring you to live the life God intended."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Barrow, Suzanne & Luttrell, Betsy
System: The Portal to Texas History
Answering the Call to Spiritual (Urban) Renewal - Part 1 transcript

Answering the Call to Spiritual (Urban) Renewal - Part 1

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The socio-cultural usefulness of today's church is debatable. Many urban centers lie in virtual ruins. Can the church afford to absolve itself from the process of healing the malaise? Classes will examine the predicament and consider potential strategies for authentic inner-city spiritual renewal."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Jarman, Leonard
System: The Portal to Texas History
Seeking Renewal Without Understanding the Human Condition transcript

Seeking Renewal Without Understanding the Human Condition

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Can we enhance the prospect of lasting renewal by allowing theology (especially eschatology) and our experience to inform our quest? Reproducing old messes or producing new ones is disastrous to renewal. What can we realistically expect or hope for in renewal?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Mitchell, Lynn
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Second Look at the Prophets - Oh My! transcript

A Second Look at the Prophets - Oh My!

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "References to the prophets (including Isaiah) explode in Matthew! What's happening here? Is Matthew simply claiming the prophets predicted the Christ? A second look at Matthew and prophets reveals striking claims about the identity of Jesus and a message renewal."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Pemberton, Glenn
System: The Portal to Texas History
Christians Only or "The Only Christians" transcript

Christians Only or "The Only Christians"

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Churches of Christ were born of a dream of simple, biblical, non-denominational Christianity. Have we moved away from this dream and slipped into sectarianism and denominationalism? Can we recover the dream? What will it look like in the 21st century?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: McRay, Rob
System: The Portal to Texas History
How Three New Churches are Reaching Unreached America - Part 1 transcript

How Three New Churches are Reaching Unreached America - Part 1

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "What are churches doing to extend God's kingdom? Three church planters share their experiences in diverse parts of America."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Faulkner, Paul; Graul, Ike & Tumlinson, Sam
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Redemptive Challenge in Isaiah's Charge transcript

The Redemptive Challenge in Isaiah's Charge

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah's charge in Isaiah 6 concerns preaching (until no one can bear to hear another thing, until no one will hear another thing, until there is no hope, until the hearts of the people are so hard they will never turn). However, with the heart of a lover, God sent Isaiah because 'if they did hear,' they 'might' turn. And if they turned, He 'would forgive.'"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Alexander, Karen
System: The Portal to Texas History
Isaiah and the Politics of Faith - Part 2 transcript

Isaiah and the Politics of Faith - Part 2

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah 1-12 addresses two perennially controversial topics, politics and religion. What relevance does Isaiah have for contemporary Christians and today's church?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Marrs, Rick
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Multi-Dimensional Nature of the Gospel transcript

The Multi-Dimensional Nature of the Gospel

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "While the gospels claim Jesus preached good news to the poor, the church seems to have lost that message and audience. Is the failure of the church to reach the poor rooted in the very message we proclaim? Come explore ways of recovering the message Jesus preached so we can reach the people Jesus targeted."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Bouchelle, Dan
System: The Portal to Texas History
Isaiah and the Politics of Faith - Part 3 transcript

Isaiah and the Politics of Faith - Part 3

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah 1-12 addresses two perennially controversial topics, politics and religion. What relevance does Isaiah have for contemporary Christians and today's church?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Marrs, Rick
System: The Portal to Texas History
Will We Become a Missional People? transcript

Will We Become a Missional People?

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "With declining numbers of members, Churches of Christ face a crucial decision: will we work to align resources for the extension of God's kingdom in North America or will we lose our voice on the continent? What will it take for us to begin reaching our vast unreached populations effectively?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Reese, Jack
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Woman's Role in Ministry transcript

A Woman's Role in Ministry

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Is there a place for women in ministry? The Bible is filled with examples of women using their unique gifts in ministering to others. By using these examples, you can find your God-given place in ministry."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Weaver, Patty
System: The Portal to Texas History
Discovering How God Can Turn Your Life Around transcript

Discovering How God Can Turn Your Life Around

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "When it comes to faith, do you feel like a couch potato? Maybe you're on the outside merely watching the action? Be challenged from selected texts to hear God's call on your life to find renewal in the extreme."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Brown, Rick
System: The Portal to Texas History
Grounding Confidence - Psalm 136 transcript

Grounding Confidence - Psalm 136

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The Psalms speak to personal renewal in worship and life. Look in this inspired ancient hymnal to feel its life-changing impact on our attitudes and our actions."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Woods, Clyde M.
System: The Portal to Texas History
Spiritual Discernment…Selection of Church Leaders transcript

Spiritual Discernment…Selection of Church Leaders

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Can a congregation recognize spiritual leaders without going through a spiritual process? Many churches have a history of selecting and/of reaffirming leaders on a regular basis. Will that process be informed more by the spirit of the age or the Spirit that is holy?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Peters, Doug
System: The Portal to Texas History
Seeking Renewal Through Human or Humanistic Measures transcript

Seeking Renewal Through Human or Humanistic Measures

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Can we enhance the prospect of lasting renewal by allowing theology (especially eschatology) and our experience to inform our quest? Reproducing old messes or producing new ones is disastrous to renewal. What can we realistically expect or hope for in renewal."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Mitchell, Lynn
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Doctrine of the Trinity in Our History transcript

The Doctrine of the Trinity in Our History

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The doctrine of the Trinity has been diversely treated, and often it has been ignored. Has a non-biblical teaching been appropriately avoided or has a key biblical teaching been overlooked? Could reconsidering the Trinity positively impact the church?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Carter, Kelly
System: The Portal to Texas History
Fear and Its Control transcript

Fear and Its Control

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "We've all experienced fear. It results in churches being stymied, and it keeps God from doing in us what He does best, making impossibilities possible. Class discusses the benefits of trusting God to handle our circumstances."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Luttrell, Keith
System: The Portal to Texas History