David K. Chan was a Student at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with prayer, a responsive reading, and an introduction of David Chan (0:00-6:14). The theme of Chan’s message is the “concept of missions in a changing world.” He begins with a brief introduction regarding his theme (6:15-10:27). He then begins his message by speaking about how many are unfamiliar with missions and culture (10:28-13:18). He explains the uncertainty of missions in an ever-changing world (13:19-17:26). He concludes by arguing his thesis for a new concept of world missions (17:27-26:46). He closes in prayer (26:47-27:27).
George H. Shriver was Professor of Church History at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Shriver begins the service by reading a portion of Acts 9 (0:00-1:23) Shriver then speaks about the Apostle Pual’s conversion and the years that followed this event (1:24-4:31). He shares the importance of the conversion moment in a believer's life (4:32-7:08). He explains the qualities of a lifetime affair of conversion which are faith, meekness or humility, and sensitivity. (7:09-18:05) He demonstrates these qualities through an example (18:06-21:00). He concludes by challenging his audience to walk as they have been called to do (21:01-22:07). He concludes in prayer (22:08-22:29).
Ross Edward Moyer was a student at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with a responsive reading, a prayer and an introduction of Ross Moyer and David Chan (0:00-5:16). After which, Moyer begins by reading sections of Hebrews 1, and 2 Corinthians 5 (5:17-7:39). He begins his message by stating that all ministers are engaged in the ministry of reconciliation, and by explaining the relevance of this ministry (7:40-11:05). He explains how God came down to reconcile relationships by coming in humility and by dying on the cross (11:06-18:07). He concludes by challenging his audience to participate in the ministry of reconciliation by living out their faith in obedience (18:08-24:35). He closes in prayer (24:36-25:18).
Raymond Bryan Brown was Academic Dean and Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with scripture reading, a prayer, and a responsive reading (0:00-4:55). Brown begins his sermon on Christian existence with a brief introduction and scripture reading (4:56-7:40). Brown then speaks on the tressure of the Gospel (7:41-9:30). He explains that believers find purpose in life despite the trials of this life (9:31-12:24). He concludes by stating that a Christian is called to live a redeemed life for Christ (12:25-15:39). He closes in prayer (15:40-15:54).
Olin Trivette Binkley was the second President of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Professor of Christian Sociology and Ethics. The service begins with a prayer and responsive reading (0:00-3:30). Binkley begins his sermon about affliction and comfort with a brief introduction (3:31-5:00). He then discusses affliction and comfort, explaining how God comforts his people in every affliction (5:01-6:55). Binkley offers a handful of illustrations which reveal the relationship between affliction and comfort (6:56-21:20). He concludes by stating that God’s love provides comfort for believers (21:21-22:35). He closes in prayer (22:36-23:20).
William C. Lamb was Director of the Division of Evangelism of the Baptist State Convention of North Carolina. The service begins with an introduction and prayer (0:00-1:09). Introductions of William Lamb and Cecil McConnell are given (1:10-2:28). After which, McConnell offers another prayer (2:29-5:16). Lamb begins his message by reading Ephesians 5:14-17, which is followed by an introduction of his main idea, “evangelism for the particular now” (5:17-6:22). Lamb explains three incorrect principles believers must avoid in order to evangelize (6:23- 11:50). He shares how believers are not taught evangelism enough, and he explains the need for genuine concern for unbelievers (11:51-18:28). He concludes by sharing the implications of what it means to be a disciple (18:29-21:00). He closes in benediction and prayer (21:01-22:09).
This service was organized by the Student Coordinating Council. The service begins with a prayer and a reading of Psalm 5 (0:00-2:18). The theme of this chapel is “Our Devotional Life” (2:19-3:22). The first speaker begins his message with an introduction on the importance of personal scriptural devotions (3:23-8:14). After which, he explains that many ministers are not reading scripture as they ought to (8:15-11:05). He demonstrates that often other sources can wrongly take the place of scripture, yet he also shows the benefits of time spent in devotion (11:06-17:04). The second speaker begins with an introduction concerning the importance of prayer (17:05-22:01) He speaks to the excuses that are often given for a lack of personal prayer (22:02-24:02). He then concludes by providing biblical examples of prayer, and by challenging his audience to devote themselves to personal prayer (24:03-26:33). The service closes with a benediction and prayer (26:34-27:24).
Howard Knight was a missionary to Argentina. The service begins with an introduction of Howard Knight, a scripture reading, and a prayer (0:00-6:20). Knight begins his message on God’s provision In Argentina with an introduction and reading of Deuteronomy 33:37 (6:21-10:25). He then discusses how God’s word must become personal in one’s life (10:26-11:20). He shares a story illustrating his message and demonstrating God’s provision (11:21-21:15). Knight concludes by sharing that God can use anything to further the Gospel (21:16-22:29).
Leroy Fitts was the Vice Chairman of the Student Council. The service begins with a responsive reading and prayer (0:00-2:59). After which, Dr. Fitts is introduced (3:00-3:40). He begins his sermon on “A Christian Approach to Black and White Extremism” with a brief introduction concerning race relations (3:41-6:42). He then explores black and white extremism and radicalism (6:43-9:33). Dr. Fitts explains that the church must be against evil issues, rather than people themselves (9:34-12:04). He states that Christians must approach race relations with a Christian radicalism (12:05-17:40). He then concludes by speaking about how the crisis of race relations is an opportunity for Christian radicles to reconcile race issues (17:41-23:14).
Max Gray Rogers was Professor of Old Testament at Southeastern Theological Seminary. The service begins with a brief introduction (0:00-0:13). Rogers begins by speaking about wishful fulfillment, and unrealistic expectations (0:14-6:33). He then concludes by speaking about anticipation, anxiety, and about how each day is created by the Lord (6:34-12:35). He closes in prayer (12:36-13:06).
Herbert Caudill was the former Superintendent of Baptist Work in the Western Provinces of Cuba and President of the Baptist Seminary in Havana until he was imprisoned by the Castro government.