Articles from the Faculty

Here you'll find a repurposed resource hub of published works from the Faculty of Mid-America - from segments of podcasts, portions of journal articles, published books, Messenger pieces, and more.

The Children Also: Baptism, Covenant, and the Household of Faith
Should baptism be reserved only for those who can profess faith, or does God's covenant promise extend even to infants? This repurposed podcast article (originally featuring Drs. Cornelis Venema and Alan Strange) challenges modern assumptions by tracing the biblical and theological case for infant baptism, from Abraham’s household to the apostolic church, and asks whether excluding children from the covenant sign is truly progress or a step backward.
Reflections on Christian Nationalism
Is Christian nationalism the bold solution young Christians have been waiting for, or a dangerous confusion of the gospel with political power? This analysis cuts through the heated rhetoric to examine why this movement is gaining momentum among evangelicals and reveals the theological problems lurking beneath its promise to "reclaim America for Christ."
What Is Federal Vision? A Look Into One of the Most Disputed Movements in Reformed Theology
What happens when a movement tries to restore assurance, covenant, and the sacraments, but ends up redefining the gospel itself? In this deep dive into Federal Vision theology, we explore its origins and the serious theological tensions it creates for the Reformed church.
The Far-Reaching Impact of Mid-America's Ministerial Apprenticeship Program
From Washington to Ontario, Mid-America’s Ministerial Apprenticeship Program is equipping future pastors to serve churches across North America. Discover how our students are turning classroom training into real-life ministry in congregations from coast to coast.
Walking Beside the Called: Forming Ministers Through the Ministerial Apprenticeship Program
Discover how Mid-America Reformed Seminary’s Ministerial Apprenticeship Program is shaping future pastors through hands-on mentorship, real-life ministry, and deep pastoral relationships, all under the guidance of experienced shepherds in the local church.
In-Person Theological Education
Alumnus Ryan Swale writes about how residential seminary education is essential for true spiritual and pastoral formation, and why online learning can’t fully replace the strengths of an in-person seminary community.