Stories of Impact
Hear from the next generation of biblical leaders
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Mid-America Graduate
Dear friend of Mid-America, from the bottom of my heart. I would like to say thank you. I am currently serving as a pastor, and the neighborhood I serve in is impoverished. Your donation is helping me continue my education at Mid-America. God saved me nine years ago out of a terrible heroin addiction and […]
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Raelene Soritau
It is a great blessing and opportunity for me to be in the PhD program at Mid-America. My family and I have been on the mission field of Romania since 1999 working in Christian Higher Education. The program at MABTS has made it possible for me to continue the work that God has called us […]
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Hannah Simmons
Thank you for the generous donation through the Scholarship Fund. My husband and I are very thankful that the Lord allows us both to attend school at Mid-America. When the Lord called us to attend school at Mid-America two years ago, we did not know how we would be able to afford it. We are […]
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Joshua Rodriguez
Thank you for your kindness and generosity. I have been praying about getting an MDiv for a while and didn’t know how it would be possible. My wife, Kayla, and I are so thankful for the way God is using you in our lives. Thank you for investing in our lives. May God guide you […]
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Mid-Life at Mid-America
They may be “non-traditional” students elsewhere, but Mid-America has a long tradition of “mid-life” (and beyond!) students seeking to become equipped as biblical leaders. Begun as a seminary for grad students called to ministry, Mid-America has a heritage of attracting students beyond their 20s who want to further their education, students such as Jeremy Maser. Read his story, and you may be inspired to begin a new chapter in your own story.
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What Do You Say to a Woman Who Believes She Is Called to Be a Pastor?
By Candi Finch, PhD, Vice President of Student Services, Associate Dean of Mid-America College; Director of Admissions; Dean of Women; Associate Professor of Women’s Studies in Theology
God’s Word is good news for women, and true Christianity has raised the dignity of women. While women have been given two boundaries within ministry (not to teach men in the church nor have authority over men in the church; 1 Timothy 2:12), there is a vast field of ministry women can and should do.
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Founders’ Days 2026
Join us for our annual Founders’ Days celebration, August 17–20. 2026. This year will be a historic event, including the ribbon cutting for our new Arlington campus, special speakers, and more. This inspiring event continues to be FREE and open to the public, and no registration is required.
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What Is the Most Neglected Aspect of Christian Living in Today’s American Church?
By Dr. Matt Akers, Associate Dean of the Seminary; Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek, Old Testament and Hebrew, Missions, Biblical Counseling, and Theology
When I consider the most neglected aspect of Christian living in today’s American church, one concern immediately comes to mind. I believe this concern deserves top priority because of its profound influence on nearly every other challenge facing believers in the United States. The problem? Read on to find out.
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David Allen PODCAST: From the Mound to the Pulpit
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 […]
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How Do You Do Evangelism in Today’s Isolated, Privacy-Minded Culture?
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?
Lighting the Way for Tomorrow’s Biblical Leaders
The generosity of those who support Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary has a significant impact on the next generation.
• More than 55% of student tuition is paid by financial supporters and friends of the seminary.
• Our supporters provide up to 60% of our annual operating needs through their gifts.
• MABTS seminary students save more than $12,000 per year.
