An applied biblical theology of clothing By Naomi Carle The bridal gown The Bible traces the relationship between God and his chosen people, culminating in a description of the ultimate Wedding Day between Christ and the church. Unsurprisingly then, procuring an appropriate dress takes the entire sweep of Scripture. As with any bridal gown, alterations … Read more …
The specialist tracks are deeply and closely connected to the core Seminary programme. Far from being ‘Theology lite’, the tracks offer the same theology, to the same depth, but with an eye to how particular themes or issues might have particular relevance or resonance in different ministry roles, with the help of experienced specialist ministry … Read more …
Crosslands is committed to affordable and accessible theological training. One benefit of our in-context learning model is that our students don’t need to stop working while they study. We have many students who study alongside their secular employment. Some work full time and study in the evenings and weekends, but most have reduced their hours … Read more …
EXTRACT FROM SEMINARY MODULE DYNAMICS OF SPIRITUAL GROWTH So there are always two key elements to Christian ministry: the word and the Spirit. We proclaim the word and the Spirit brings life through the word. But, of course, we can’t ‘do’ the work of the Spirit. The Spirit is not under our control. He’s … Read more …
extract from seminary module Dynamics of Spiritual Growth Colossians 1:3-6 says: We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, 4 because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God’s people – 5 the faith and love that … Read more …
Following our extract from the Crosslands Seminary ‘Old Testament Introduction’ module, looking at the role the Psalms played in reflection and formation in the life of ancient Israel, this extract continues by exploring the profound way in which the Psalms speak of Christ. The function of the Psalms, part 2: Songs of Christ The psalter … Read more …
Crosslands Seminary students are currently working through an introduction to the Old Testament. Here you can enjoy the first of two extracts from the unit on Psalms, exploring the function of the Psalms. The Function of the Psalms, part 1: Reflecting and Forming Many Christians throughout the ages have found the Psalms to be the … Read more …
