Hebron Theological Seminary sees a biblical imperative to train the whole man. Since each graduate will be a living example of how to live a godly life to their congregation, we must not fail.
We concentrate on forming and equipping our students in three primary areas: godly character, biblical and theological knowledge, and ministry skills.
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Mast. Cristina Lockwood prays with a group of students. |
Godly character: Scripture calls all God's children to live holy lives (1 Peter 1:13-16) and places a special emphasis on godliness and spiritual maturity for church leadership (1 Timothy 3:1-13; Titus 1:6-9). Therefore, Hebron also places a high priority on the spiritual life of professor and student alike. Hebron students rise at 6 a.m. to have their personal devotions and to clean their designated areas in the dormitory. At night, students take turns sharing God's word in group devotions.
Every professor is assigned a group of students with whom he prays and counsels each week. In our yearly "Spiritual Emphasis Week," messages concentrate on godliness. Our goal is to create an environment where both professor and student can discipline themselves for the purpose of godliness.
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A Hebron student studies her Bible. |
Biblical and theological knowledge: Hebron also places a high emphasis on biblical and theological knowledge. To live, teach, and preach the Word, we must first know the Word and allow our minds to be renewed by it. Hebron is very zealous in its doctrinal position, holding to a strong conservative, evangelical position from a traditional dispensational perspective. Hebron believes in the full plenary inspired and inerrant Word of God, interpreted through a literal, normal interpretive method.
Hebron is also presently working with GMU to develop discipleship materials and education by extension to train more pastors and Christian workers who are desperately needed.
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A Hebron student practices his preaching. |
Ministry skills: The high requirements given us in Scripture for spiritual leadership demand more than head knowledge. Christian ministry requires a life application of God's Word. Thus, the third ingredient in producing effective leaders and Christian workers is the development of ministry skills. Hebron's practical ministry department works directly with the local church, making sure that effective ministry skills are being developed in each student. Monthly reports, signed by the pastor, are required of each student, and occasional visits by personnel in the practical ministry department help evaluate the student's progress.