Hugh Anderson was the Professor of New Testament at the University of Edinburgh. The service begins with a word of prayer (0:00-1:09). Hugh Anderson is introduced as the Adams Lecturer (1:10-3:27). Anderson introduces his presentation by explaining his intention to offer his observations on the book of Revelation and expresses his gratitude for being asked to speak (3:28-6:23). Anderson provides context for the various beliefs of Scriptural inerrancy and contextual situation, including the criticism of Charles Augustus Briggs and I. A. Dorner (6:24-12:00). He speaks on theologians and scholars who had strong opinions about the God-given authority and inspiration of Scripture and how a lack of critical Biblical judgement caused a failure of influence in America because ministers believed they could not afford such intellectual problems (12:01-15:45). Critical analysis of the Bible became something that was done in the pulpit and the pews rather than in scholarly institutions (15:46-16:55). Anderson speaks about the crisis historical criticism has created within the scholarly arena and lists reasons why he believes that is (16:56-26:58). Anderson desires to argue against the criticisms leveled against the historical approach to understanding Scripture because he believes historical context is helpful (26:59-28:44). Anderson turns to provide an overview of the Apocalypse in Revelation through the lens of the historical crisis, speaking on the fascination people have with the end of this life, the genre of the book of Revelation, the beliefs of what the images mean, and the impact the understanding of the book has on society (28:45-29:58). Anderson shares that the book of Revelation is either looked upon with affection or with hatred because of one’s interpretation of it (29:59-37:52). He speaks about the interpretation of the term “pharmakeia” to mean either “drugs” or “witchcraft” and the interpretation of “wine” to be a symbol of bloodshed (37:53-42:19). Anderson argues that Revelation should be understood through the letters written to the churches and the visions that follow and when it is set against its historic background (42:20-56:55). The service closes in a moment of prayer (56:56-58:02).
E. Glenn Hinson was a professor at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with organ music (0:00-2:24). There is a word of prayer (2:25-4:22). E. Glenn Hinson is introduced as the chapel speaker (4:23-6:58). An anthem is sung by the choir (6:59-9:20). Hinson directs the attention of the congregation to II Corinthians 12:1-10 and reads his personal translation (9:21-12:08). Hinson recounts how he turns to hope found within Scripture to cope with difficult times and circumstances (12:09-14:28). He explains that sometimes people blame God for the trying times and circumstances one faces (14:29-16:00). Hinson speaks about how people flippantly attribute bad things to God’s will, and he believes that idea comes from John Calvin’s view that everything has been predestined by God (16:01-17:24). But he gives the idea that Paul does not think that way in this passage, rather attributing the bad things of life to the work of the devil (17:25- 20:30). Hinson explains how science and technology, human toil has been eased, which causes people to seek external solutions for every problem, which is a deception and dulls the effects of sin (20:31-26:37). He shares how he personally found God’s grace and love in his own trials to illustrate that people should seek that amid human weakness (26:38-32:24). He closes the service in a word of prayer (32:25-33:44).
Donna M. Forrester was the Chaplain at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with a call to worship (0:00-1:15). Prayer concerns are shared with the congregation and there is a moment of prayer (1:16-3:19). There are Scripture readings from Genesis 33 and Hebrews 4 (3:20-6:11). The choir sings a song of worship (6:12-9:40). Forrester speaks about why sometimes an encouraging word or bible verse does not bring comfort (9:41-12:03). She speaks about the living word of God as described in Hebrews (12:04-14:32). Forrester speaks about the sharp discernment of God’s word (14:33-19:50). Forrester speaks about how God’s word is enough (19:51-23:19). She shares that she draws near to the throne of grace with confidence (23:20-24:15).
Stanley M. Hauerwas was Professor of Theological Ethics at Duke Divinity School. The service begins with a prayer and a song sung by the choir (0:00-2:50). Stanley Hauerwas is introduced as the Missionary Day chapel speaker (2:51-6:36). Hauerwas expresses his gratitude for being able to speak (6:37-8:11). He speaks about peacemaking, explaining why it is a virtue (8:12-11:59). Hauerwas explains what the practicality of peacemaking is among Christians, using examples from history and Scripture (12:00-35:41). He argues that the church should challenge the false peace of the world (35:42-41:33). The service concludes in a moment of prayer (41:34-42:33).
Thomas Albert Bland was Professor of Christian Ethics and Sociology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. The service begins with organ music (0:00-6:26). There is a Scripture reading (6:27-6:52). There is a congregational hymn (6:53-10:27). Prayer concerns are shared and there is a moment of prayer (10:28-13:39). The choir sings a song of worship (13:40-17:23). Bland reads from Romans 1 (17:24-21:20). Bland invites the congregation to look back on their lives and consider why they are at Southeastern and why they have a readiness to preach (21:21-23:33). Bland shared why Paul was excited to share the good news and that it should be the same for everyone (23:34-36:03). Bland closes the service in a moment of prayer (36:04-37:10).
Max Gray Rogers was Professor of Old Testament. C. Michael Hawn was Associate Professor of Church Music. The service begins with organ music (00:00-02:58). The choir sings a song (02:59-03:50). Rogers delivers the Scripture reading from Job 9, and he gives a word of prayer (03:51-07:46). The choir sings the anthem (07:47-12:55). Rogers preaches about the justice of God, and he argues that God seeks to do love rather than seek justice and retribution (12:55-25:05). Rogers ends the service with a word of prayer (25:06-26:04).
Chevis F. Horne was Visiting Professor of Preaching. Chapel begins with Scripture reading from Jeremiah 20:7-12 (0:00-2:18). The service continues with prayer (2:18-4:20). The choir leads in singing (4:20-7:00). Dr. Horne begins his message by reflecting on his time as a minister and how, even in the challenges and things he would change, he would always desire to be a minister because he would love to serve the church again (7:00-13:36). He further reflects that he would also choose to be a pastor again because of the opportunity to serve others (13:36-17:00). Finally, Dr. Horne says he would love to preach again because of the hope that comes with sharing the gospel (17:00-21:50). Dr. Horne closes the service in prayer (21:50-22:33).
