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An in-depth study of Christian theology and how to defend the faith. You will gain a robust understanding of historical theology, systematic theology, and apologetics. Many Christians only have a superficial understanding of their faith. This course will equip you with the knowledge, concepts, and confidence to understand, communicate, and defend the Church’s theology and beliefs. Learn about early church leaders, their influence, and their teaching Grasp how Christian history shaped the expression of our beliefs Understand key Christian doctrines Develop categories and language to describe God and His work in new ways Understand how to identify and defeat heresies Identify the foundational beliefs of different religions and how to respond
Discover the content and structure of all 66 books of the Bible. Taught by seminary professors at an accessible level. You will have a comprehensive understanding of the whole Bible from start to finish. Over this course, you will learn one or more books of the Bible–its message, structure, key points, and how it relates to other books. By the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of the Bible than most pastors! Learn all 66 books of the Bible in detail Grasp the message of each books and see the themes present throughout the whole Bible Gain clear, easy-to-communicate points about biblical books that you can share with others Discover the richness and complexity of the Bible as you see it within its 1500-year context Learn about how ancient culture adds meaning and depth to the Bible Understand more fully God’s will for the Church and for your life
To stay faithful over a lifetime of ministry, everyone needs a regular tune-up! Whether you’ve been pastoring two years or twenty, this course will refresh your spirit and refine your ministry. Focus areas include preaching, theology, and personal growth. Experienced pastors will act as coaches, along with plenty of opportunities to interact and learn from your peers. Schedule your tune-up today. Instructors include Dr. Carolyn Moore, Bishop in the Global Methodist Church and founding pastor of Mosaic Church in Georgia; Rev. Shane Bishop, Senior Pastor of Christ Church in Fairview Heights, Illinois; Dr. Andy Miller III, president and professor of preaching at WBS, and Dr. Chris Lohrstorfer, academic dean and professor of theology at WBS. Six weeks. Live via Zoom, Tuesday nights 6-8 p.m. Central. Starts Sept. 2, 2025.
Since 1967, Good News Magazine has served as a classical evangelical Wesleyan voice—publishing insightful articles, perspective news, and resources that champion scriptural Christianity, renewal, and reform. Now under the stewardship of the John Wesley Institute, the site preserves its rich archive and continues to resource churches through digital editions, thoughtful commentary, and a legacy of faithful theological witness
The John Wesley Institute is an online hub for Wesleyan scholarship and formation, serving churches across Methodist, Anglican, Holiness, and Pentecostal traditions. Through books, videos, teaching fellowships, regional “Schools of Methodism,” and the continued publication of Good News Magazine, it equips leaders and congregations with accessible resources to strengthen faith and discipleship.
The New Room Conference, hosted by Seedbed, is an annual gathering designed to inspire spiritual renewal and discipleship among Wesleyan-rooted leaders and congregations. The conference’s website serves as the central hub for event details, registration, and presentation resources, including live sessions and recordings. Scheduled for September 17–19, 2025 in Montgomery, Alabama, it offers churches the opportunity to equip leaders through worship, teaching, community, and prayer—gathering to “sow for a great awakening.”
Seedbed is a nonprofit ministry and online resource hub, rooted in the Wesleyan tradition and dedicated to "sowing for a great awakening" globally seedbed.com. Born out of Asbury Theological Seminary in 2012, it offers trusted, Bible-centered materials—including books, studies, curricula, devotionals, video content, and youth and campus ministry tools—designed to equip churches of all sizes and contexts. The website goes beyond products—it provides a vibrant fellowship space with daily devotionals like “Wake-Up Call” for spiritual grounding, discipleship resources, adult small-group Bible studies (“OneBook” series), and opportunities to connect with fellow believers committed to renewal and awakening
Firebrand is a free, online magazine dedicated to nurturing thoughtful and theologically grounded reflection across Wesleyan, Methodist, Arminian, Holiness, and Pentecostal traditions. As a ministry of Spirit & Truth, it champions four core values—the authority of Scripture, the Nicene-Chalcedonian faith, the Wesleyan theological heritage, and the cultivation of intellectual virtue—offering churches weekly articles that are both scholarly and accessible
Identified by John Wesley as the “grand depositum” of Methodist teaching, entire sanctification is goal of those who call Christ Lord here on earth. Not a work of men, but of the Holy Spirit we cooperate with, we ask the Lord to come and make us holy ground, His temple here on earth, as it is in heaven. Join NoVA Presiding Elder Sung Yoo as he delves into what it looks like to mature in Christ under the power and grace of the Holy Spirit.
Misconceptions about the Holy Spirit - Part II with Dan Wilt (Seven Minute Seminary)