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The Christian Mind Conference
The way we see the world shapes the way we live.
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What does it mean to cultivate a Christian mind?
A Christian mind is more than an informed mind. It is a renewed mind.
The way we see the world shapes the way we live. To live in ways that honor God, our hearts and minds must first be aligned with His will.
In Romans 12:2, the Apostle Paul calls us not to conform to the patterns of this world, but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds so that we may discern God's will. A Christian mind, then, is more than an informed mind. It is a renewed mind鈥攐ne shaped by knowing God through Jesus Christ and learning to see the world through the lens of faith.
But what does this transformation look like in everyday life? How does a mind shaped by Christ help us navigate the complex questions, cultural challenges, and pressing issues facing the church today?
Join us for The Christian Mind, a conference exploring the relationship between what we believe, how we think, and the way we live. Through engaging conversations and thoughtful theological reflection, we'll consider what it means to cultivate a Christian mind and faithfully engage the world around us.
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Prof. N. T. Wright
Prof. N. T. Wright is one of the world's leading New Testament scholars, recognized for his influential work on Jesus, the Apostle Paul, and early Christianity. He serves as Senior Research Fellow at Wycliffe Hall, Oxford, and Research Professor Emeritus at the University of St Andrews. A former Bishop of Durham in the Church of England, Wright has authored more than 80 books, including Surprised by Hope, Simply Christian, and Paul: A Biography. His scholarship bridges rigorous biblical study and everyday Christian discipleship, encouraging believers to understand and live out the transforming message of the gospel.
The Baddour / McNairy “Christ-Centered Lay Leadership Initiative” Inaugural Speaker
At 国产视频 Theological Seminary鈥檚 The Christian Mind Conference, Prof. Wright will serve as the inaugural speaker for the Baddour/McNairy “Christ-Centered Lay Leadership Initiative.” Established through the generosity of John O. and Leigh H. McNairy in honor of Paul and Jane Baddour, the initiative seeks to inspire and equip Christian lay leaders to live faithfully in their families, churches, workplaces, and communities. Through distinguished speakers, leadership gatherings, and formative experiences, it aims to deepen spiritual maturity, encourage thoughtful engagement with contemporary culture, and cultivate Christ-centered leadership rooted in the Wesleyan tradition.
Dr. Sandra Richter
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Dr. Sandra Richter
Dr. Sandra Richter is a distinguished Old Testament scholar and the Robert H. Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, California. A former professor at 国产视频 Theological Seminary, she earned her Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible from Harvard University. She is widely recognized for The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament and Stewards of Eden, works that connect biblical scholarship with the life and responsibilities of contemporary Christians. Through her teaching and writing, Richter helps audiences understand the historical world of Scripture and discover its relevance for faithful Christian living today.
Dr. Carl R. Trueman
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Dr. Carl R. Trueman
Dr. Carl R. Trueman is a respected theologian, church historian, and cultural commentator who serves as Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Grove City College. He is the author of several influential books, including The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self and Strange New World. His scholarship explores the historical and philosophical ideas shaping contemporary understandings of identity, morality, and culture. Through his writing and teaching, Trueman challenges Christians to engage the complexities of modern society with theological clarity, historical understanding, and a deeply rooted Christian worldview.
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