Category: Blog

Is It Okay to Use AI in Ministry?

by Dr. Al Santos, Director of Information Technology, Assistant Professor of Theology, New Testament, and Church History

By Dr. Al Santos, Director of Information Technology, Assistant Professor of Theology, New Testament, and Church History

With various concerns and the growing use of AI in society, church leaders are asking the question, “Is it okay to use AI in ministry?” AI is a powerful tool with many perils if not properly used. The first caution is the fine line between delegation and dependency. But AI can be a very promising tool when used responsibly and ethically. As technology continues to advance, the challenge lies in exercising discernment to avoid the extremes of total adoption or overall rejection of AI.

Worldview and Biblical Counseling

by Dr. John Hofecker, Assistant Professor of Biblical Counseling

By Dr. John Hofecker, Assistant Professor of Biblical Counseling

One author has defined counseling in this way, “Counseling is a conversation where one party with questions, problems, and/or trouble seeks assistance from someone they believe has answers, solutions, and help.” Thankfully, as Christians, we are not left groping in the dark for the answers to these foundational questions that shape worldview. God is our source of authority and has answered these worldview questions in His inerrant and sufficient Word, the Bible.

Radio Interview: From Arkansas to Arlington

by Mid-America Communications

Mid-America President Dr. Michael Spradlin was recently interviewed by Byron Tyler on Mid-South View Point, a Christian talk radio show produced in Memphis by Bott Radio Network. During the 26-minute program, Dr. Spradlin spoke about the many highlights throughout Mid-America’s history, including the recent relocation of the campus to Arlington, Tennessee.

Contend for the Faith

by Wayne Cornett, PhD Chairman of the New Testament Department; Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek, and Theology

By Wayne Cornett, PhD Chairman of the New Testament Department; Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek, and Theology

Christians have a biblical mandate to “contend for the faith” (Jude 3). A fully-equipped apologetic approach functions as both the defense and the offense in the battle for Gospel Truth. And a biblical worldview is the standard bearer in contending for the faith.

Higher. Education.

by Brad Thompson, EdD, PhD; Executive Vice President; Dean of Mid-America College; Professor of Education and Leadership

By Brad Thompson, EdD, PhD; Executive Vice President

Today, secularism dominates many academic institutions, even those professing to be Christian colleges and universities. From a biblical worldview, however, education is not just about acquiring information but about transformation, equipping students to serve God and others effectively in Gospel ministry or in their respective vocations.

Biblical Worldview: A Clearer Lens for Business and Leadership

by Dr. Randy Redd, Vice President of Institutional Advancement

By Randy Redd, PhD; Vice President of Institutional Advancement

Having a biblical worldview influences how a person thinks about social issues, ethics, education, work, relationships, and culture. As we are conducting business or as we exercise our leadership, we are called to live a life that reflects Christ’s teachings. We must apply biblical principles in all areas of life.

A Reading List You Can Trust

by Mid-America Communications

Looking for inspiring, informative, and instructional reading resources you can trust for biblical truth? Here’s a solid list of books and other resources from the trusted Mid-America family of faculty and alumni.

High View of Scripture

by Michael Spradlin, PhD, President, Mid-America Seminary and College

By Michael Spradlin, PhD; President

At Mid-America, our worldview—and our degree programs—begin with the conviction that the Bible is true, authoritative, and sufficient.

Colorado Prison Initiative Reaching Unreached People Group

by D. L. Jones, PhD, Director of the Mid-America Colorado Prison Initiative

D. L. Jones, PhD; Director of the Mid-America Colorado Prison Initiative

Mid-America has partnered with Prison Seminaries Foundation of Colorado to train incarcerated men to be missionaries behind bars. Instead of typical prison ministries that visit prisons occasionally, incarcerated men are being trained to share the Gospel within their prison community as they live among them.

Advice for Interim Pastors

by Dr. David L. Allen, Distinguished Professor and Dean of the Adrian Rogers Center for Biblical Preaching

By David L. Allen, PhD; Distinguished Professor of Practical Theology

I have had the joy of serving as an interim pastor in 14 churches. Each church is different, but each has certain common needs during the interim period. I’ve learned five important lessons to help me be a good interim pastor.

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