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- Comfort, O Comfort My People
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University
- Dr. Jesus Comes to Church: Practical Ministry Ideas
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Dr. Phil McGraw has become a cultural icon. His forthright manner has won him a legion of fans. If 'Dr. Jesus' were to visit our church, how would he minister to the bereft, the burning and the bitter?"
- What About Women in Worship? - New Testament Texts
- Lecture given Monday, September 17, 2012, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How does Scripture inform our understanding about women participating in the worship life of our churches? What are some of the practical aspects of incorporating women into the life of a church community, both thinking through specific practices and reflecting pastorally?"
- Heroes of the Saddlebags
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 23, 1993, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University.
- Fuel for the Fire - Recovering Spirituality by Recovering Mission
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 20, 2002, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Our mission is to continue the work of Christ. That means seeking and saving the lost and equipping the saved as ministers of reconciliation. When churches recover that mission, they rekindle the fires of spiritual passion."
- Serve God, Save the Planet - A Christian Call to Action
- Lecture given Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 1:30 PM at Abilene Christian University.
- Christian Confidence (in 1 John) - Confidence in Salvation
- Lecture given Monday, February 20, 1995, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Churches Can Care for Senior Adults - A Senior Adult Tidal Wave is Coming!
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 23, 1999, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University
- By This We Are Known - What Do We Do with "Rejects"?
- Lecture given Monday, February 20, 1995, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Day Spa for the Christian
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The first session will examine the conflicts faced by the Christian performing artist and strategies on how to overcome them. In the second session, participants will view dramatic presentations, perform personal assessments of the spiritual gifts, and discover how those gifts can be used to edify the church."
- Four Men of God: Lard, Lipscomb, Larimore, Srygley
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 22, 1995, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Family Choices that Make a Difference (Southwest Center for Fathering) -Choosing to Be an Effective Grandparent
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 21, 1995, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- The Qualities of an Effective Christian - Part 1
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "How should a Christian 'dress for success' in witnessing to a society that loves to play the role of Joan Rivers, critic extraordinaire? Class examines the virtues that Christians are called to be clothed in to influence others for Jesus Christ."
- A Second Look at Matthew - Oh Yes!
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "References to the prophets (including Isaiah) explode in Matthew! What's happening here? Is Matthew simply claiming the prophets predicted the Christ? A second look at Matthew and prophets reveals striking claims about the identity of Jesus and a message of renewal."
- How Do We Stop the Bleeding - Why Young Adults Leave Church
- Lecture given Monday, September 17, 2012, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Explore what contributes to the mass exodus of young adults in churches across all denominational lines. Learn practical ways to bridge the generation gap and intentionally foster healthy multi-generational ministries."
- Implications for Individuals and Congregations
- Lecture given Monday, February 19, 2001, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Healing has been a critical component of Christianity: first through the miracles of Jesus and the Apostles, and now through medical missions and ministries for the ill and aging."
- Darkness and Light Musical Performance
- Lecture given Tuesday, September 21, 2010, 8:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Maintaining Christian Values in the 21st Century - 2
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 20, 2001, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "It is difficult to practice Christian values in our society. Is the "American dream" a roadblock to maintaining our faith?"
- Spiritually Empowered for Living: Themes From Ephesians - A Vision for Unity
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 19, 2002, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class brings a textual study of Ephesians, paying particular attention to the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church. Paul's vision for the body of Christ, and life lived "in Christ" in first century Ephesians, necessitates rethinking our own calling and cultural context."
- Homer Hailey's Personal Journey of Faith - Part 2
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 20, 2001, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University
- ACU Missions Department - Women in Missions: Case Studies in Faithfulness
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 25, 1998, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Organizing and Writing a Spiritual Memoir
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Writing your spiritual memoir leaves a legacy of faith and ethical values for your family. Isaiah tells the Israelites in Isaiah 51:1,'Look to the rock from which you were cut…' Class will enable the writer to begin that process."
- Women in the Military: Fit for the Fight - Basic Training: Spiritual Conditioning
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 24, 1998, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Food at the Margins - Encounters in a South Dallas Food Desert
- Lecture given Monday, September 16, 2013, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Hunger is in our backyard. Food deserts are an important issue in modern America. Discover the state of hunger in America, the food desert situation and policies aimed at solutions."
- The Preacher's Workshop: Part 3
- Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University
- The Future of the World
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 22, 2000, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Revelation takes on a new significance in a time of millennial madness and an increasing interest in 'spiritual warfare.' What shall we make of it?"
- Five Theological Turnings - Part 2
- Lecture given Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class for ACU graduate and undergraduate ministry students addresses five turnings of theology in a postmodern world. Brian will explore theology, atonement, eschatology, scripture, and God."
- Prayer
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 25, 1992, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University
- A Kinder, Gentler Look at Matthew 19
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Take another look at Matthew 19. By seeing it in the larger perspective of Matthew's emphasis on mercy, we may deliver this text from the war-zone of views on marriage and divorce."
- Seeing and Hearing Our God
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah's prophetic career began with a personal encounter with God that opened Isaiah's eyes to God's perspective on the sin around him. His prophecies continue to challenge God's people to come face to face with the God who sees and hears."
- Grief - A Survival Guide (What to Do and Say)
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 21, 2001, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Grievers may face unrealistic expectations from themselves and their friends. Normalizing the grieving experience and learning what to say and how to say it can relieve some complications."
- Little Light - Let It Shine! - Drenching Your Light or Persevering Through Temptation
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 24, 1999, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Christian Confidence (in 1 John) - Confidence at Christ's Coming
- Lecture given Monday, February 20, 1995, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Moving Worship Where Our Practices Should Lead Us - Prayer and Song: Joining God's Work
- Lecture given Wednesday, September 21, 2011, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We often hear about 'moving, meaningful, and authentic worship.' Sometimes what results is greater attention to forming worship than being formed by worship. Come explore worship as moving us towards discernible, active participation in God's mission in the world."
- The Sermon as Dialogue
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Where does preaching fit into the conversation about the missional church? The church that strives to carry out the mission of christ will recover the call to be "in the world, but not of the world." Preaching missionally will help us find our way."
- Hispanic Biligual Ministry
- Lecture given Tuesday, June 18, 1996 at Abilene Christian University
- The School of the Prophets: A Time to Listen and a Time to Speak - Part 3.
- Lecture given Wednesday, September 22, 2010, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This class involves several young prophetic voices that contributed to the First Quarter 2010 issue of Leaven Magazine. We seek to identify and discuss the major problems in churches of Christ today that require courageous prophetic leadership."
- The Winning of the American Family - How Churches Can Assist Families
- Lecture given Monday, February 17, 1997, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Christian Sisters in Common Faith - Selina Campbell and the Role of Women
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 23, 1999, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Pregnant Teen: Times are A'Changing-Or Are They?
- Lecture given Tuesday, June 18, 1996 at Abilene Christian University
- Minister Evaluation and Compensation: Part 1
- Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University
- For Theirs is the Kingdom: Part 3
- Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University
- Unveiling Glory: Part 3
- Lecture given Wednesday, June 25, 2003 at Abilene Christian University
- God In the Neighborhood - Implications for Ministry
- Lecture given Monday, February 20, 2006, 9:45 AM at Abilene Christian University: "As Eugene Peterson translates John 1:14, he says "The Word became flesh and blood, and moved into the neighborhood." What does God look like in our neighborhood? Let's find out what this means for our lives together."
- Churches of Christ and the Hispanic Challenge - Where Are We Now?
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 19, 1997, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Eductive Cafe - Missional Conversations
- Lecture given Tuesday, September 20, 2011, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "How do we help people who seem stuck, without hurting them? These three sessions will introduce the DRAWN coaching model, which combines spiritual direction and coaching best practices. Participants will gain skill and insight in eductive leadership."
- Old-Time Sing
- Lecture given Monday, February 18, 1991, 2:00 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Odd Man Out - What It’s Like to Be Gay and Christian
- Lecture given Monday, September 16, 2013, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Church conversations about homosexuality often focus on theology and politics while neglecting the real people with the most at stake in the debate. Hear one student's reflections on his experiences as a sexual minority in Churches of Christ and at Abilene Christian University."
- Women of Their Word - The Power to Live Integrity
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 25, 1998, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- The Cross in the Light of the Law
- Lecture given Tuesday, February 22, 1994, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University