Sola Ecclesia

10/04/2022

This latest article is another installment from Grimké alumnus Justin Honaker on the experience of brotherhood at Grimké Seminary. “I came for a rich theological education, and I left with not only that education but also friends who know me, love me, and care about the health of my church and the health of my soul.” —Justin Honaker

The education that I have received is rigorous, the mentorship is priceless, and my friendships are just getting started. —Justin Honaker

09/06/2022

In this latest article, Dr. Aaron Lumpkin draws from the New England Puritans to help pastors consider church membership and the experience of conversion.

Learning to navigate and understand spiritual experiences proves to be of great importance. —Aaron Lumpkin

08/29/2022

To apply God’s Word to God’s people, there are two things that preachers ought to love increasingly. —Matt Cohen

08/29/2022

To apply God’s Word to God’s people, there are two things that preachers ought to love increasingly. —Matt Cohen

08/15/2022

“As useful as books and blogs may be, professors who know your story, context, and particular struggles are uniquely equipped to provide the appropriate salve for your unique ailment.” Read the follow-up to Pastor Justin Honaker’s article on Grimké from a student’s perspective.

The dangers and difficulties of the coal mine are not completely analogous to the pastorate, but pastors need experienced mentors too. That is exactly what I found at Grimké Seminary. —Justin Honaker

08/09/2022

Justin Honaker—a rural pastor and recent Grimké graduate—opens up about his experience as a student. Pastor Justin addresses his initial concerns and his discovery of the program’s shocking practicality. Be sure not to skip this one, especially if you’re on the fence about attending Grimké Seminary this fall.

If you’re anything like me, the thought of attending a newly established seminary raises many questions. —Justin Honaker

07/20/2022

“Spurgeon believed in the need for the college. This desire ran deep, and he sought to train men in the gospel.” Check out this latest article by Dr. Aaron Lumpkin on Charles Spurgeon‘s approach to pastoral training.

Spurgeon served as a leader in not only preaching and evangelism but also in training future pastors. Spurgeon believed the Pastor's College was one of the most significant ministries he began. —Aaron Lumpkin

07/05/2022

Moving to the topic of interpretation, Mark Becton offers another helpful article to aid the pastors’ study.

Observation helps you answer, “What does the text say?,” interpretation helps you determine “What does it mean?” —Mark Becton

06/21/2022

NEW ARTICLE from Joe Holland // ”Don’t slouch into technocratic oblivion. Never forget, when we choose our tools, we choose our culture.”

Don’t slouch into technocratic oblivion. Never forget, when we choose our tools, we choose our culture. —Joe Holland

06/15/2022

From Professor Doug Ponder’s recent article, “The Miseducation of the Pastor.”

06/13/2022

Dr. Tony Merida writes, “While the ability to teach is a gift from God, it is also a skill that pastors should seek to develop.” Read the latest here...

While the ability to teach is a gift from God, it is also a skill that pastors should seek to develop. —Tony Merida