2017 Orientation

1 Timothy 1:5

Mission and Motto

  • Mission of Dallas Theological Seminary
    • Mission statement: "To glorify God by equipping godly servant leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide."
  • Motto and Slogan
    • Motto: Preach the word – 2 Timothy
    • Slogan: "Teach truth. Love well."

Personal Experience in Ministry and Teaching

  • Early career experiences in Arizona
  • Discussion about differences between "big church" and "little church"

The Goal of Instruction

  • Understanding the Means and the End
    • Story about the space program’s goal to put a man on the moon
    • 1 Timothy 1:5

The Objective of Bible Study

  • Emphasis on love as the goal of instruction
  • Reference to Jesus summarizing the law
    • Deuteronomy 6:4
    • Leviticus 19:18

Three Transformative Aspects

  • Transformed by a Pure Heart
    • Explanation of purity and its significance
    • Illustration of the difference between worldly and Christian definitions of love
  • Transformed by a Good Conscience
    • Definition and importance of integrity
    • Reference to "The Integrity Crisis" by Warren Wiersbe
  • Transformed by a Sincere Faith
    • Explanation of sincere (unhypocritical) faith
    • Illustration with Chuck Colson’s story about Vermeer’s paintings

Application and Conclusion

  • Application to Seminary Students
    • Encouragement to integrate God's presence and truth in all aspects of life
    • Emphasis on the ultimate goal: to change the way we love God and each other
  • Final Encouragement
    • Blessing and encouragement for the students' journey at Dallas Theological Seminary
    • Mention of paying forward the support received

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About the Contributors

Mark L. Bailey

Dr. Bailey assumed the role of DTS Chancellor after serving for 19 years as the Seminary’s fifth President, and continues his role as Sr. Professor in the Bible Exposition department. In addition to his years at Dallas Theological Seminary, he has pastored various churches in Arizona and Texas. He was a seminar instructor for Walk Thru the Bible Ministries for twenty years and is in demand for Bible conferences and other preaching engagements all over the country and world. His overseas ministries have included Venezuela, Argentina, Hungary, and China. He is also a regular tour leader in Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, Greece, and Rome. His board service includes Bible Study Fellowship, Walk Thru the Bible Ministries, and Word of Life.