Episodes
Madeleine L’Engle reflects on her life and the experiences that shaped her understanding of and relationship with God amidst the enormity of our universe.  Madeleine L’Engle was an author, best known for her book A Wrinkle in Time.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 05/08/23
Published 05/08/23
Brenda Salter McNeil preaches on the book of Esther, challenging our preconceived notions of who can be a leader.  Brenda Salter McNeil is a pastor, speaker, and author. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 05/01/23
James Cone preaches about his experience of discrimination and oppression growing up in Jim Crow Arkansas and about how his upbringing and faith influenced his theological pursuits. James Cone was a renowned theologian and author. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 04/24/23
Archibald Hart reflects on the societal pressures for success in our modern world and how to cultivate a healthy theology of failure.  Archibald Hart was an author, psychologist, and professor of clinical psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 04/17/23
Susannah Heschel explores historical attitudes regarding Jesus and his Jewish identity in 19th and 20th century Germany and highlights the impact of racism on understanding the person of Christ. Susannah Heschel is a Jewish studies scholar. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 04/10/23
Brian McLaren speaks about the development and content of his 2010 book A New Kind of Christianity, reflecting on the opportunities for Christian transformation in the mid-2000s. Brian McLaren is an author, speaker, and pastor. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 04/03/23
Peter L. Benson shares about his work on how to support children and families in healthy, positive growth and development. Peter L. Benson was a developmental psychologist, author, and researcher.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 03/27/23
Vicente Fox speaks about the sociopolitical changes in Latin America in the 20th century and how leadership focused on transformation and thriving can positively impact those living in the region. Vicente Fox was the 62nd president of Mexico. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 03/20/23
Marianne Meye Thompson preaches on Jesus’ calling of the disciples in the book of Luke and what it means for us to be called by Christ.  Marianne Meye Thompson is an author, theologian, and former George Eldon Ladd Professor of New Testament at Fuller Theological Seminary.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 03/13/23
Justo González preaches about the role of the Holy Spirit in the church and the importance of sharing the Spirit’s empowerment with others.  Justo González is an author, theologian, and Methodist elder. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 03/06/23
Ray Anderson preaches on Judas’s betrayal and the power of Christ’s forgiveness and redemption despite our shame, guilt, and remorse.  Ray Anderson was senior professor of theology and ministry at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 02/27/23
Candace Shields preaches on how our God-given differences serve as strengths rather than weaknesses when we come together to work as one. Candace Shields is a bishop and pastor at Twice Called Christian Center in San Bernardino, California. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 02/20/23
Richard Mouw preaches on how a Mormon understanding of the New Jerusalem following Christ’s return can help Christians better conceive of the heavenly kingdom to come. Richard Mouw is a theologian and philosopher and was the fourth president of Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 02/13/23
Archibald Hart preaches on the power of God’s forgiveness and how such a gift can lead to overflowing love toward our Lord and our neighbor.  Archibald Hart was an author, psychologist, and professor of clinical psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 02/06/23
Lauren Winner examines several myths about sex that have been perpetuated in the American church and provides biblically-based responses to such misconceptions.  Lauren Winner is an author, speaker, professor, and Episcopal priest. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 01/30/23
Elizabeth Conde-Frazier reflects on how hospitality, vision, and curiosity facilitate encounters with those around us that allow us to hear each others’ stories and see the ways in which the Spirit is working in the world. Elizabeth Conde-Frazier is a pastor, professor, and theologian.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 01/23/23
J. Alfred Smith calls us to awaken morally and spiritually in order to live actively in the world, drawing on the example of Martin Luther King Jr.  J. Alfred Smith is an author and pastor emeritus of the Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland, California. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 01/16/23
Glen Stassen preaches on the topic of shame, examining the events surrounding Christ’s crucifixion and how God is with us in the midst of our shame. Glen Stassen was the Lewis B. Smedes Professor of Christian Ethics and the executive director of the Just Peacemaking Initiative at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 01/09/23
Marguerite Shuster reflects on the topics of permanence and transience, and considers how our Christian faith can stabilize and ground us amongst the changes that life brings.  Marguerite Shuster is an author, ordained minister, and professor emeritus of Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 01/02/23
Alexis Abernethy focuses on the book of Matthew, preaching about Jesus’ example to us as the embodiment of the gospel and God’s coming kingdom.  Alexis Abernethy is professor of psychology and chief academic officer at Fuller Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 12/26/22
Walter Brueggemann reflects on the covenantal nature of our relationships with God and one another.  Walter Brueggemann is an author and Old Testament theologian. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 12/19/22
Richard Rohr discusses historical developments within the Protestant and Catholic churches, the limitations that come with black-and-white thinking, and how contemplative practice helps to expand our faith.  Richard Rohr is an author and Franciscan priest.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 12/12/22
Richard Rohr preaches on the book of Acts and Christ’s call to be present and heal the suffering in the world.  Richard Rohr is an author and Franciscan priest.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 12/12/22
Drawing from his 2008 book The Great Awakening, Jim Wallis preaches on the relationship between the American evangelical church and politics in the early 2000s. Jim Wallis is a theologian, author, and activist. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller’s history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller’s 75th anniversary.
Published 12/05/22