Articles from the Faculty

Faith in the Public Square: Why Common Grace Still Matters

In this final article on common grace, we examine its contentious history within the Christian Reformed Church, engage with contemporary scholarly reassessments, and consider how this nuanced theological concept continues to shape Christian cultural engagement in an increasingly polarized world.

The Common Grace Controversy of 1924: Theological Tension and the Birth of a Denomination

The 1924 Common Grace Controversy represents one of the most significant theological disputes in American Reformed history. What began as an intellectual disagreement over Abraham Kuyper's theological framework erupted into denominational division, ultimately birthing the Protestant Reformed Churches in America and shaping a century of Reformed thought on how Christians should engage with the wider world.

Common Grace: Understanding an Often Misunderstood Doctrine

This article examines the Reformed doctrine of common grace—God's unmerited favor shown to all people, which restrains evil and enables good in society regardless of faith, while distinguishing it from saving grace that leads to salvation.

Forming Faithful Shepherds: The Core of Mid-America's M.Div. Program

In this article, we explore several cornerstone courses of our M.Div. program that shape servants of Christ who are prepared to lead with biblical wisdom and pastoral sensitivity.

Mid-America Fits the Bill

Dr. Alan Strange makes the case for Mid-America Reformed Seminary as the premier choice for pastoral training. He highlights the seminary’s strong theological curriculum, hands-on ministerial training, and commitment to evangelism and discipleship. While acknowledging other institutions, Dr. Strange argues that Mid-America uniquely offers the complete package for those preparing for ministry.

The Ministry of Presence: Understanding Pastoral Visitation in Hospitals and Nursing Homes

This blog explores 2001 MARS graduate Rev. Harold Miller's insights on pastoral visitation to hospitals and nursing homes. He highlights both its theological significance and practical aspects, and shares how these visits extend Christ's shepherding care beyond the walls of the church and offers guidance for meaningful ministry to those who are isolated or suffering.

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