May 21, 2013Training Pastors for Global Service

In this episode, Dr. Ramesh Richard and Dr. Darrell Bock discuss the need to train pastors for global ministry, highlighting the unique mission of Ramesh Richard Evangelism and Church Health (RREACH) and the Global Proclamation programs.

Previous Topics

Strategies for Global Cultural Engagement Strategies for Global Cultural Engagement

In this series, Dr. Ramesh Richard and Dr. Darrell Bock discuss global cultural engagement, focusing on Dr. Richard’s ministry and strategies for cross-cultural evangelism and apologetics.

  1. Part 1 » Training Pastors for Global Service (05/21/13)
  2. Part 2 » Cross-cultural Evangelism and Apologetics (coming 05/28/13)

Historical Adam and the Ancient Near East Historical Adam and the Ancient Near East

In this series, Dr. Darrell Bock and Dr. Richard Averbeck discuss the Genesis creation account and the historical Adam.

  1. Part 1 » Comparing the Bible to Other Creation Accounts (05/07/13)
  2. Part 2 » Do We Need to Believe in a Historical Adam? (05/14/13)

Ministering to Muslims Ministering to Muslims

In this series, Dr. Darrell Bock and Dr. Dwight Ekholm discuss cultural engagement in Muslim contexts, including current issues and practical advice based on Dr. Ekholm’s experience ministering to refugees in Europe.

  1. Part 1 » Muslim Europe: Opportunities for Evangelism (04/23/13)
  2. Part 2 » 3 Simple Ways to Minister to Muslims & Immigrants (04/30/13)

Bible Translation in Islam Bible Translation in Islam

Dr. Mark Bailey, Dr. Darrell Bock, Dr. Scott Horrell and Dr. Imad Shehadeh discuss the challenges of Bible translation Muslim cultures.

  1. Part 1 » General Issues in Bible Translation (04/09/13)
  2. Part 2 » Challenges of Bible Translation in Muslim Cultures (04/16/13)

The New Pope The New Pope

Dr. Darrell Bock, Dr. Lanier Burns, Dr. Scott Horrell, and Dr. Leopoldo Sanchez discuss the selection of Pope Francis and its impact on the Catholic and Protestant churches

  1. Part 1 » What the New Pope Means for the Future of the Church (04/02/13)

Leaving a Legacy with Leaving a Legacy with "Prof" Howard Hendricks

For more than 50 years Dr. Howard Hendricks, known affectionately as "Prof," influenced the lives of students through his teaching. In this 2008 interview Dr. Mark Bailey, president of Dallas Seminary, sat down with Prof to talk about what it means to leave a legacy.

  1. Part 1 » Leaving a Legacy with "Prof" Howard Hendricks (02/26/13)

How to Function as a Christian in a Shifting Culture How to Function as a Christian in a Shifting Culture

Dr. Bailey, Dr. Bingham, Ms. McGill, and Dr. Bock explore culture from a worldwide and a theological perspective. They address ways to practically engage in culture as well as lessons on living as a minority Christian.

  1. Part 1 » Defining Culture with a Worldwide Perspective (02/05/13)
  2. Part 2 » Importance of Tone in Cultural Confrontations (02/12/13)
  3. Part 3 » Practical Ways to Culturally Engage (02/19/13)

Understanding Islam in the West (audio only) Understanding Islam in the West (audio only)

This conversation provides a brief look into the world of Christianity and Islam through the eyes of Islamic expert, Dr. J. Dudley Woodberry of Fuller Theological Seminary.

  1. Part 1 » Understanding Islam in the West (01/29/13)

Homosexuality in the Context of Christian Sexual Ethics Homosexuality in the Context of Christian Sexual Ethics

Dr. Darrell Bock talks with Dr. Stanton Jones, professor of psychology and provost of Wheaton College, and Dr. Michael Brown, president of the Fire School of Ministry. They discuss the church's response to the issue of homosexuality, provide an overview of current research, and suggest how Christians can approach this issue with biblical truth and grace.

  1. Part 1 » Discussing Homosexuality and Sexuality Together (01/02/13)
  2. Part 2 » Studies and Research on Homosexuality (01/08/13)
  3. Part 3 » Tone in Addressing Homosexuality (01/15/13)
  4. Part 4 » Stanton Jones Chapel on Homosexuality and the Church (01/22/13)
  5. Part 5 » Stanton Jones Brown Bag: Questions on Ministry to Homosexuals (01/22/13)

Culture Making & Creativity Culture Making & Creativity

Dr. Darrell Bock, Dr. Andy Seidel, and Andy Crouch, author of Culture Making, discuss cultural engagement, culture making, and how to think about cultural impact.

  1. Part 1 » Defining Culture and “Culture Making” (12/05/12)
  2. Part 2 » How to Practically Influence Culture (12/18/12)

The Media, the Press, and the Church The Media, the Press, and the Church

Dr. Darrell Bock and Kerby Anderson, President of Probe Ministries, discuss the role of the media and its relationship with the evangelical community. They offer advice on how Christians can consume media thoughtfully and build successful partnerships with secular media outlets.

  1. Part 1 » Cultural Engagement and the Media (11/01/12)
  2. Part 2 » Media Bias or Media Ignorance? (11/07/12)
  3. Part 3 » The Need for Evangelicals in Media (11/14/12)
  4. Part 4 » Effects of the “Culture Wars” (11/30/12)

DTS's New Initiative on Cultural Engagement DTS's New Initiative on Cultural Engagement

Dr. Mark Bailey, Dr. Mark Yarbrough, and Dr. Darrell Bock introduce DTS's new initiative to address cultural engagement. This initiative will create opportunities for Christian leaders to provide a biblical perspective on timely issues in contemporary culture, with the ultimate goal of equipping believers to be more effective ambassadors for Christ.

  1. Part 1 » Importance of this Initiative at DTS (10/03/12)
  2. Part 2 » Need for this Initiative at this Time (10/10/12)
  3. Part 3 » Tone and Goals for this Initiative (10/17/12)
  4. Part 4 » Personal Goals for the Initiative (10/24/12)

Upcoming Conferences

Upcoming Topics

  • Living and Ministering in the Middle East
  • A Woman's Journey from Islam to Christianity
  • Engaging with Other Cultures
  • Sexuality and the Family
  • Historical Adam
  • Homosexuality Texts in the Bible
  • Issues in Immigration
  • Cultural Engagement: International Perspective
  • Human Trafficking
  • The Christian Family
  • Domestic Abuse

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