Part 1: Understanding Socialism and Communism in Context To understand how socialism and communism have influenced seminary theology, it’s important to first get a grasp on what these ideologies actually mean—and why they matter in a theological setting. Most people hear terms like socialism or communism and think of politics, […]Read more »
The Bible & Current Events
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These posts discuss issues of the day and what the Bible has to say about God’s response.
Part Six: “A Call to Biblical Integrity: Holding Fast to Scripture in a Changing World” As we stand at the crossroads of history, it’s clear that the church has come a long way since the days of the Reformation. Theological battles over the centuries have shaped Christianity in profound ways—whether […]Read more »
Part Five: “Postmodern Theology and Globalization: Rediscovering the Spirit and Reinterpreting Scripture,” The Impact of Postmodernism and Globalization (1950–Present) As the world transitioned into the second half of the 20th century, everything seemed to be shifting. The church was no exception. The previous decades of fierce battles between modernism and […]Read more »
Part Four: “Modernism and Fundamentalism: The Fight for the Bible in a Secularizing World.” Modernism vs. Fundamentalism (1900–1950) The early 20th century was a pivotal moment for Christian theology. As society was hurtling forward with industrialization, new scientific discoveries, and rapidly changing cultural norms, the church found itself at a […]Read more »