Mid-America dean and professor, Dr. David L. Allen discusses his new book, From the Mound to the Pulpit, looking at the similarities between baseball and preaching and the many ways baseball can offer insights into the task of preaching of God’s Word. Dr. Allen’s weekly podcast (new episodes every Tuesday) is part of preachingcoach.com, his […]

By Dr. John Charping, Chairman of the Missions Department; Associate Professor of Missions and Theology

Today’s culture appears to be more isolated from personal interaction than ever before. While technology has made access to people more immediate, it has also affected face-to-face interactions. Given these realities, how should churches do evangelism in today’s isolated, privacy-minded culture?

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.