Dr. Gilbert explains that in every text in Scripture, there is a confrontation with the character, the work, and the call of King Jesus.

Dr. Gilbert explains one of the greatest needs of seminary students—to practice preaching and to be constantly evaluated, in order to hone their ability to effectively minister to God’s people. 

Dr. Gilbert explains how one’s gift for preaching can be honed and strengthened, in order to better edify the people of God.

Dr. Gilbert describes the essence of preaching: publically announcing the claims of Christ and the response that there must be to Christ, which is to repent and believe.

Dr. Gilbert explains why preaching is the most important class—preparing men to communicate the truths of King Jesus to the people of God for their edification and salvation.

Dr. Gilbert explains addresses one of the dangers of sending men to ministry—loss of spiritual oversight.

Dr. Gilbert explains why internships are crucial in seminary education, allowing men to learn in the context of pastoral ministry.

Dr. Gilbert explains how in-person seminary training allows one to think more broadly about future usefulness.

Dr. Gilbert expresses what is often lost in online education—life-long, formative relationships with professors and fellow students.

Dr. Gilbert describes how do discern an internal and external call to ministry. Do you desire the work of a pastor? Are you growing in character? And do others observe growth in your ability to care for souls? 

Dr. Gilbert describes a healthy relationship between the church and seminary—the church intentionally overseeing the student’s pastoral development and spiritual growth, while entrusting the seminary with other crucial elements of pastoral training.

Dr. VanDoodewaard explains the importance of finding a church one can both grow and serve abundantly.

Dr. VanDoodewaard describes how pastors and other godly mentors have a profound part to play in the formation of gospel ministers.

Dr. Vandoodewaard explains that character is the most important qualification for seminary education.

Dr. VanDoodewaard describes how seminaries serve the church: by remaining accountable to her, and by depending on her to shepherd students in preparing to serve Christ faithfully in his church.

Dr. McGraw explores the chief reason why seminaries drift: losing sight of the glory of the Savior as the ultimate goal.

Dr. McGraw explains that loving theology is a necessary but not sufficient condition for going to seminary. Is there also a desire to train others to know and love God Himself?

Dr. VanDoodewaard considers questions to ask in prayerfully discerning the call to ministry.

Dr. McGraw explains that while seminary could be a blessing to anyone, it is most useful to those training for gospel ministry.

Dr. McGraw explains how to discern if you are called to go to seminary.