Robert Earl Cushman was Dean of the Divinity School at Duke University. Dr. Cushman gives a lecture titled "Function of Theology as a Task in the Church." Cushman shares that the function of theology should lead to a unified church which centers on expressing itself through prayer and worship. Cushman speaks from 0:16-50:08. There are closing remarks from 50:15-50:24. This is part three of a three part lecture series.
Charles B. Parker, Jr. was a student at SEBTS. The service begins by reading Mark 15:20-39 from 0:20-3:18. A student gives an opening word of prayer from 3:31-4:44. Parker gives an announcement and speaks on religious drama productions and drama productions in the church. Parker preaches from 4:57-17:40. There is a special song played from 17:47-20:45. This service was organized by the Student Coordinating Council.
Edwin Richmond York was a student at SEBTS. The service begins with the scripture reading of Psalm 91:1 and a prayer from 0:00-4:29. York gives a message titled, "Salt of the Earth." Richmond notes how pastors are called to be spiritual leaders yet suffer from not truly believing the promises in the Bible that they proclaim. He calls upon his fellow students to truly be salt of the earth. York speaks from 4:45-14:57. This service was organized by the Student Coordinating Council.
John Terrill Wayland was Professor of Religious Education. The service begins with Wayland offering a word of prayer from 0:00-3:32. Wayland preaches on the topic of peace and encourages the students to consider joining the Peace Corps. He states that the way they can proclaim the gospel is by taking part in the social gospel. Understanding that there is no missions without the gospel, he encourages the students to proclaim the gospel while serving on the Peace Corps. Dr. Wayland speaks from 3:40-36:51.
Dan McGee was Instructor in Ethics. Dr. McGee opens the service by reading Matthew 11:28-29. McGee reminds the students of the Gospel by sharing how Jesus died for them. He closes by stating that God took the tragedy of our lives and gave us His victory.
B. Elmo Scoggin was Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament for thirty-four years. Dr. Scoggin shares with the students that our gospel must be based on our experience and be convicted and convinced of the gospel claims. He encourages them to share the wonderful story of God's redemptive work in Christ. Dr. Scoggin preaches from 0:00-11:07. Closing music is played from 11:14-11:57.
Arthur B. Rutledge was the Director of the Vision of Mission of the Home Mission Board (North American Mission Board). Dr. Scoggin introduces the speaker from 0:00-1:22. There is special music from 1:25-7:00. Dr. Rutledge speaks from 7:10-38:48. Rutledge states that the call to follow Jesus is the call to sacrifice comfort.
James E. Tull was Professor of Theology (1960-1985). Dr. Tull states that Jesus Christ redefines our history and our future. Tull speaks for the entirety of the recording.
James Shurling was a student at SEBTS. The service begins with a prayer and introduction to the speaker from 0:19-1:53. James Shurling preaches out of 2nd Corinthians 4:1-6. Shurling encourages students to open their minds to the Word of the Lord. He notes that we should seek to minister to those in need in the name of Jesus. Shurling speaks from 2:00-15:24. This service was organized by the Student Coordinating Council.
John Terrill Wayland was Professor of Religious Education. The service begins with a song from 0:00-1:01. A word of prayer is offered and another song is sung from 1:03-2:52. A second prayer is given from 3:10-4:22. Dr. Wayland preaches out of Matthew 25:31-46. He challenges the students to serve others just like Christ. Dr. Wayland speaks from 4:28-17:52.