Real ministry. Real connection. Experiential Modulars bring online M.Div. students to campus for three days of in-person learning, worship, and community, guided by trusted faculty and grounded in real-life ministry. Earn course credit. Meet your professors. Be formed for a

Theology shapes your leadership. And leadership is a primary way you live out your theology. In Christian Leadership with Dr. Justin Irving, you'll study the nature and purpose of the church while developing the character and skills needed to lead faithfully through change,

Leadership is never easy—and today’s challenges are only growing. Leadership in a Chaotic World is a free e-book from Southern Seminary, written to help pastors and ministry leaders lead with clarity, conviction, and Christlike care. This free e-book brings together wisdom from

Whether you're just starting your degree at Southern or are a returning student, the habits you build now will shape your future ministry. Here are five essentials to help you start strong and stay faithful:.📚

After a busy summer, Southern Seminary's campus is quiet. But in just two weeks, these sidewalks will fill with students called to serve the church. Whether you are looking forward to your first day or starting your final semester, we are thrilled to have you on campus and are

Baptist History for Kids by Dr. Tom Nettles is available now!. 💬 “I hope that readers—young and beyond-young—will learn how and why Baptists came to be.". With names, stories, and convictions that shaped Baptist life and mission, this book is a fun and meaningful way for

📜 The 2025 SBTS Greek & Hebrew for Life Conference brought together pastors, students, and lifelong learners, deepening faith and biblical understanding. See how Southern Seminary is equipping faithful believers to engage the Bible in its original languages.

Right theology isn’t optional. It’s essential. In Systematic Theology I with Dr. Wellum, you'll explore the nature and character of God, his triune identity, his attributes, and his works in creation and providence. This course lays the foundation for thinking biblically about

How can a pastor approach heart issues while maintaining their role as the church's shepherd?. In episode 95 of Pastor Well, Dr. Hershael York walks through how pastors can cultivate a healthy spiritual lifestyle through times of pain and hardship. 📺 Watch Now:.

Understanding Christian Apologetics edited by Dr. Timothy Paul Jones is available now!. 💬 God has called Christians to be prepared to defend their hope in Christ, but what’s the best method for making this defense? In this book, five expert apologists set out together to

Those with a small platform can experience just as much of God as those with a larger one. In episode 94, Dr. York shares that true fulfillment isn’t found in comparison but in serving for God’s glory, trusting that we don’t need someone else’s platform to experience all of God,

“You can jump into ministry and make it 10 years. Or you can prepare—and make it 50.”. That’s the challenge Todd Thomas was given. And it’s the reason he pursued an M.Div. at Southern Seminary. Seminary isn’t just about head knowledge. It’s about sharpening your mind, deepening

Summer is almost over, but it's not too late to pick up these books from Dr. Mohler's Summer Reading List at the Bookstore at Southern. 📚Dr. Mohler has compiled some of his favorite titles on many of his favorite topics including the founding of the US, World War II, espionage,

🤝 What’s the best way to evangelize to skeptical family members?. Dr. Timothy Beougher offers biblical wisdom on combining boldness, compassion, and trust in God as we share with those closest to us in this episode of Honest Answers. 🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube

Interested in deepening your understanding of Scripture by studying the original languages of the Bible?. Join Dr. Robert Plummer and Dr. Adam Howell for a virtual Q&A about studying the original biblical languages through a Masters or Doctoral degree at Southern Seminary.

When watching peers find ministry success, how should a pastor work through envy and comparison?. In Episode 94 of Pastor Well, Dr. Hershael York points us back to scripture, seeking ways to glorify the Lord through our ministry. 📺 Watch now: #PastorWell.

If you’re called to ministry, you’re also called to prepare.”. Stuart Owens puts it plainly: we don’t send soldiers, doctors, or lawyers into their work without serious training. Why would we do that with shepherds of souls?. Gospel ministry is eternal work—too important to enter

🎓 Interested in pursuing a PhD at Southern?. Join Dr. Greg Wills, Director of Research Doctoral Studies, to discuss the research doctoral programs at Southern Seminary. Register here:

Should you preach from a manuscript or an outline?. In Episode 93 of Pastor Well, Dr. Hershael York explains why freeing yourself from the manuscript can make you a more engaging preacher. 📺 Watch now: .#PastorWell #Preaching #PastoralMinistry.

🎓 Considering a DMin or DEdMin?. Join Dr. Matt Haste for a live virtual Q&A to learn how Southern Seminary’s advanced degrees equip you for a lifetime of ministry impact. Register Here: #DMin #DEdMin #FaithfulLeadership