Talbot School of Theology

Biola's Talbot School of Theology is excited to welcome our new, incoming students to Biola today at Welcome Day 2024! Whether you're pursuing ministry, academic study, or spiritual growth, Talbot is where your theological journey deepens. See you soon!

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Fall 2024 New Student Orientation Check out the New Student Orientation Schedule! Get more information on dates, events, registration and more as you prepare to attend Biola University.

It's Faculty Friday! Meet Carmen Imes - an Associate Professor of Old Testament here at the Talbot School of Theology.

Enjoy learning about a book written by one of our Talbot professors!

It's Faculty Friday! Meet Sean McDowell - an Associate Professor of Apologetics here at the Talbot School of Theology.

We are grateful for God's faithfulness to Biola University and excited to share in the joy of our community's growth! Join us at the groundbreaking ceremony for the new Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts studio, with special guests President Barry H. Corey and In-N-Out Burger's Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson. The first 700 guests will receive free In-N-Out!

Let's come together to celebrate on Friday, September 6, at 11:30 a.m. for the ceremony and 12:30 p.m. for lunch. Thank God for His blessings and the opportunities to expand His kingdom through education and the arts. Register today and be part of this joyous occasion!

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Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts Groundbreaking Mark your calendar for Friday, September 6, 2024, and join us at Biola University for a historic occasion as we celebrate God's faithfulness and break ground on the new Snyder School of Cinema & Media Arts studio facility.Groundbreaking CeremonyTime: 11:30 a.m. PacificLocation: Parking Lot D, at the...

"God is in control of the past, present, and future."

Explore how the book of Daniel showcases God's sovereignty through history, visions, and prophecy in this article by The Good Book Blog.

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The Sovereignty of God in the Book of Daniel This is the third post of a four-part series connected to the new book "Interpreting Daniel for Preaching and Teaching" authored by Talbot School of Theology professors Brandon Cash and Tom Finley. “May God’s name be blessed forever and ever, for wisdom and power belong to him.And he c...

Dr. Jeannine Hanger of Biola University reflects on the 'farewell discourse' from John's gospel in this Fox News article, reminding Christians that they are never alone. As Jesus assured His disciples of His continued presence despite his absence, Hanger draws parallels to modern feelings of isolation.

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Jesus' farewell discourse is a reminder that Christians are never alone, says California professor Dr. Jeannine Hanger of Biola University in California shared insight on Jesus' "farewell discourse" shortly before His crucifixion — and what this means for Christians today.

"... a church’s architectural footprint influences the way congregants move through the building and therefore has a bearing on how they interact with one another."

Discover the importance of the narthex in fostering hospitality, reconciliation, and encouragement among congregants in this article by The Gospel Coalition.

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Does Your Church Have a Narthex Mentality? Churches can transform an overlooked space into a context for biblical community building.

"Yes, my title has a double meaning: The vine in John 15 is Christ, who is Divine, and we live life connection to the Vine. So one way to refer to the Christian life is: living a D’Vine Life."

Discover the profound meaning of living a D'Vine Life in Christ through the insightful words of Professor of New Testament, Kenneth Berding.

Read his full reflection on Jesus' words here:

Living a D’Vine Life in Christ (John 15:1-5) Yes, my title has a double meaning: The vine in John 15 is Christ, who is Divine, and we live life connection to the Vine. So one way to refer to the Christian life is: living a D’Vine Life.

The Talbot apologetics program is hiring a new professor!

Follow the link below to learn more and to apply to join one of the leading apologetics programs in the country:

Assistant or Associate Professor of Apologetics Biola University announces a full-time, tenure track faculty position in the graduate program of Talbot School of Theology beginning Fall 2025. The su...

Our team at the Talbot School of Theology is growing! We are excited to announce four open staff positions:

Academic Coordinator - ICS & TES
Academic Coordinator - NT, OT, TH
Program Administrator - Talbot en Español
Administrative Coordinator - Talbot Dean's Office

More information and applications can be found in the comments pinned below!

Explore the fascinating blend of Hebrew and Aramaic in the book of Daniel with Brandon Cash, professor of hermeneutics and preaching and Tom Finley, professor emeritus of Old Testament and semitics, in this recent installment of .

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The Languages of the Book of Daniel This is the second post of a four-part series connected to the new book "Interpreting Daniel for Preaching and Teaching" authored by Talbot School of Theology professors Brandon Cash and Tom Finley. It is commonly known that the canonical book of Daniel was written in two languages — Heb...

Please join us in praying for Talbot Kyiv Extension On-Site Director Dr. Eduard Borysov and his family. Borysov was conscripted for military service in Ukraine:

On Saturday, July 6, Talbot Kyiv Extension On-Site Director, Dr. Eduard Borysov, was quite suddenly conscripted for military service. After a medical examination, he was mobilized for military service among the armed forces of Ukraine.

In addition to directing the Talbot Kyiv Extension, Dr. Borysov teaches New Testament and theology courses both for the extension and for the bachelor programs of Talbot's partner institution, Kyiv Theological Seminary. KTS President, Ruslan Khmyz, reports that Eduard is the third KTS professor to be mobilized since Russia's war in Ukraine began.

Eduard is a strong and faithful follower of Jesus. Pray that the Lord will use him powerfully in his military service, protecting him so that he might return to academic ministry and leadership once his service is complete. Please also pray for his wife, Elvira, and their one-year old daughter, Eliza, as they suffer the shock of these abrupt events.

Talbot Dean, Ed Stetzer, and the Talbot Kyiv Extension leadership team (Dr. Mark Saucy, Dominic Vincent, and Eric Oldenburg) are working on leadership contingency plans in light of Eduard's absence. Ed Stetzer and Mark Saucy were in their home last month, and Ed took a picture of their lovely family with Mark.

Please join us in praying for Dr. Borysov and his family.

Navigating the balance between pastoral ministry and academia as a pastors can be complex.

Explore the spectrum of options in this insightful article by The Gospel Coalition, here:

Pastoral or Academic Ministry? How a Pastor-Theologian Can Balance 2 Loves Pastor-theologians across the spectrum benefit from one another’s gifts.

"When I struggle with seemingly unanswered prayers, I need to remember all the times God has answered prayer. Dozens of prayers a week. Real answers to prayer. Answers to small prayers."

In this installation of , Dr. Kenneth Berding reflects on the power of prayer. Berding invites readers to celebrate the countless times God has responded to our daily petitions, reinforcing our faith in His faithfulness.

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Answers to Prayer: Small Prayers I’ve been thinking a lot over the past 24 hours about prayer (again!). I’ve been wondering whether one of the primary reasons we get discouraged in prayer relates to what we pray about — and what we remember praying about. Because we typically pray a few ongoing prayers that feel...

From the Swiss Alps to a global community, discover how the enduring legacy of Francis Schaeffer and L'Abri Fellowship continues to impact lives in this recent article from The Gospel Coalition.

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Testimony from L'Abri: Francis Shaeffer Left an Enduring Legacy In a society where unbelief and loneliness seem to be gaining ground, L’Abri has been used by God to build faith in Christ and hope for community among people. Although it has been decades since his death, Francis Schaeffer’s legacy continues to live on to the glory of God.

Is Spiritual Formation a new "wave" in evangelicalism?

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https://www.biola.edu/blogs/good-book-blog/2024/the-new-but-old-wave-in-evangelicalism

Check out these 20 insightful truths from "Attentive Church Leadership," a compelling book by Kevin Ford and Jim Singleton, with a foreword by Talbot School of Theology Dean, Dr. Ed Stetzer.

Read the article from Church Leaders here:

20 Truths From ‘Attentive Church Leadership’ I recently wrote the foreword to a helpful new book called "Attentive Church Leadership." In a sense, the key is to know what time it is—and how we might react.

Director of Science and Religion Program at Biola University, John Bloom explored archaeology's role in uncovering biblical history at the 2024 Apologetics Conference at Christ Community Church Brawley.

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Archaeology and the Confirmation of Scripture | 2024 Apologetics Conference Title: Archaeology and the Confirmation of ScriptureSpeaker: John BloomSeries: 2024 Apologetics Conference Date: April 20th, 2024Link To Our Spotify Playlist...