Dr. McGraw ponders how the church can invest in the next generation of church leaders—through hospitality, prayer, and intentionally building relationships.

Dr. McGraw explains that the church has the primary role in helping men discern the call to ministry—testing gifts and shepherding their spiritual growth.

Dr. McGraw explains that the ideal internship models what it looks like to be in faithful pastoral ministry.

Dr. McGraw explains why it’s important for seminary professors to have pastoral experience.

Dr. McGraw considers the three parties involved in the call to ministry—God, the church, and the man himself.

Dr. McGraw considers why internships in local churches are vital for training men how to shepherd Christ’s flock, and for opening doors for future service.

Dr. McGraw considers one of the irreplaceable benefits of being in person for seminary education: life-long friendships with faculty and fellow ministers.

Dr. McGraw explains how the seminary’s chief role is to serve the church, and thus, seminaries need to be connected with the church.

Dr. Dunson explains that the primary role of a seminary is preparing men to be pastors.

Dr. Dunson encourages those looking into seminary to carefully consider: do you desire to shepherd the people of God?

Dr. Dunson explains one of a seminary student’s greatest needs: to be shepherded by his pastor.p

Dr. Dunson’s advice for new seminary students: the tools for interpreting Scripture are truly valuable–be patient to learn them well, in order to use them rightly.

Dr. Dunson explains his goal in New Testament studies–to give students a deep understanding of each book as a whole.

Dr. Barry explains how churches can send seminary students well, by continuing to be involved in their lives.

Dr. Barry explains the goal of seminary education: to train men to faithfully serve in churches, so that Jesus’ kingdom gospel will be preached, and more and more people will believe and worship His name.

Dr. Barry explains that the focus of seminary training should be on shaping the heart of the pastor in love for the Lord Jesus.

Dr. Barry explains how seminaries can support the church by involving the church in the work of training its future pastors and caring for their spiritual well-being.

Dr. Master explains the role of the Church in seminary education.

Dr. Master explores some of the fears churches have in sending their men to seminary; yet, he encourages churches to be kingdom minded. Investing in a man's seminary education is investing in years of fruitful ministry.

Dr. Master explains that the decision to study in person is motivated by the goal of becoming an approved worker, rightly handling the Word of truth.