Keywords
Theological Education, Globalization, Secularization, Epistemology, Spiritual Formation, Missio Dei
Abstract
Theological education faces a profound crisis, shaped by globalization, secularization, and an epistemological fracture that prioritizes intellectual mastery over spiritual formation. Many seminaries fail to cultivate graduates who are spiritually grounded and missionally engaged due to models rooted in Enlightenment rationalism and managerial pragmatism. This paper advocates for reimagining theological education as a Kingdom-centered vocation, emphasizing transformative participation in the life of God. The paper calls for a shift from content delivery to character formation, centering theological education on faithful, embodied witness to God's mission in a complex world.
Recommended Citation
Philip, J. (2025). Life in the Kingdom: Reimagining Theological Education for a Post-Secular Global Age. Great Commission Research Journal, 17(2), 89-108. Retrieved from https://place.asburyseminary.edu/gcrj/vol17/iss2/6
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