Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "These two-day sessions will focus on why conservative and liberal views on ethnic diversity are spiritually bankrupt for the believer and how Christians can glean from Isaiah biblical models for considering diversity, social justice and community."

Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University

Lecture given Tuesday, February 19, 2002, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Ours seems to be a world under seige. We have little trouble believing Paul's statement that "our struggle is not against flesh and blood." But who or what shapes our understanding and practice of spiritual warfare these days? Recovering a healthy, dynamic spirituality will require a healthy and dynamic practice of spiritual warfare."

Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The gospel demands that human boundaries be dissolved for the sake of God's kingdom. This class explores effective ways of defining, facing and enjoying the rewards of crossing ethnic and cultural differences."

Lecture given Tuesday, February 19, 2002, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Renewal in the past has been unleashed by the rediscovery of the Word of God. The answer for the church in postmodern times is a recovery of the voice of God communicated in Scripture."

Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University

Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University

Lecture given Tuesday, September 22, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "God's kingdom embraces many cultures, and ministries today must deal with cultural diversity. Is multiculturalism a problem or an opportunity? This class explores the great opportunities awaiting the church when the richness of cultural diversity is taken seriously. The class examines models of multicultural formation and suggests ways of improving ministry."

Lecture given Monday, June 27, 2005 at Abilene Christian University: "This class will describe the process that a local congregation underwent to develop its strategic plan for congregational and spiritual growth using a particular tool known as "concept mapping" to support its strategic planning process. Discussion will include pros and cons and lessons learned."

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Minister father and psychologist daughter look at an issue that impacts people with whom both of them counsel. What does the Bible say? What are the physical and emotional consequences of expressing or not expressing anger?"

Lecture given Wednesday, February 21, 2001, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Grandpa Says... offeres a consistent plan for connecting the great stories and value systems of an older generation with a youthful and pliable generation that is always watching and learning."

Lecture given Monday, February 18, 2002, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "It is one thing to know about God. It is quite another to really know Him. From Jeremiah 4 and 9 we will learn some things that will help us guard against just knowing about God, and challenge us to truly know him."

Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University

Lecture given Monday, June 27, 2005 at Abilene Christian University: "Is it possible that our culture has dictated our roles and identities? Do our worldviews influence our families? Amazing research has addressed these questions and will give helpful insights for ministry."

Lecture given Monday, September 18, 2006, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "This session will trace the rise of colleges and seminaries in the Stone-Campbell movement, with a focus on selected institutions and comparisons to trends in higher education among other faith groups."

Lecture given Monday, February 18, 2002, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Racial discrimination remains a significant social and spiritual problem. This series of classes interweaves the stories of four families, racism, resilience, faith and how the Church should be an agent of change."

Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University

Lecture given Wednesday, February 21, 2001, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "God's method for reaching people is to use Christians whose lifestyles are empowered and directed by the Holy Spirit. Kingdom effectiveness comes from learning to walk in moment-by-moment dependence on Him."

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The greatest threat to the church is enabling Christians to believe in Christ without expecting Christ to transform their lives. Disciple-making ministry is the way in which we fulfill Christ's call by encouraging our students, and ourselves, to be changed into His image."

Lecture given Monday, September 17, 2007, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Jesus' Great Commission is primarily a call to teachers, not "church planters" or "evangelists" per se. Come see how Jesus describes the peculiar act of teaching within the Kingdom of God and how it is transforming lives in Eastern Europe."

Lecture given Monday, September 18, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Do you feel left behind by the "left behind" movement? It is sometimes hared to sort out all the theories about the end times. This class is a look ahead that might encourage you."

Lecture given Monday, September 22, 2008, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We are God's children, but do we act like it? One mother's experience with adoption reminds us of our true identity in Christ."

Lecture given Monday, February 21, 2000, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "In an age where popular Christian literature expounds several concepts about God, Jesus and Spirit, we may need to give special and thoughtful attention to the way we think about God."