Why Equip The Called?
Equipping God-called men and women for ministry
We’re all living in an unfamiliar world. New technologies go from science fiction to science fact to old news within weeks. The COVID-19 pandemic shook our communities to the breaking point, with many still scrambling for their new normal. Biblical truths that were once broadly assumed are now hotly debated. Ministry strategies that have been fruitful for decades are now strangely barren. And for many ministry leaders, the chasm between the confidence of their seminary days and confusion of their daily service is deep, wide, and exponentially growing.
The Mission
To apply God’s unchanging Word to his ever-changing world.
God’s Word is still living and active. God’s people are still faithful and creative. And Equip The Called exists to help hold these two together. With Scripture as our firm foundation, we foster ministry innovation and creativity in the Southern Baptist Convention and beyond.
The Vision
To see God’s people confidently and creatively pursuing the Great Commandment and the Great Commission
We long to see the people of God loving him with all their heart, soul, mind, and strength (Matt. 22:37). And we long to see the family of God making disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to observe everything Christ has commanded (Matt. 28:19-20). These two callings have not changed, and we eagerly anticipate how God will lead his people to fulfill them in these uncertain times.
Equip The Called
Ministry resources for God-called men and women
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We offer a wide and growing library of ministry content and resources, from blogs to preaching tools to book reviews to academic articles. Find the resources that serve you well.
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In addition to all the resources publicly available here at Equip The Called, we also offer a private resource hub for current and former students of Southwestern Seminary. Access is completely free and exclusive to SWBTS alumni.
Frequently Asked Questions
As a Southern Baptist institution, we at Southwestern Seminary hold to the latest version of The Baptist Faith and Message, which can be read in its entirety here.
We are currently welcoming pitches from prospective writers for the Equip The Called Blog.
Your pitch should include (1) a proposed headline, (2) a clear thesis, (3) a brief paragraph outlining how you intend to develop your argument, and (4) the prospective audience (i.e., pastors and preachers, lay leaders, music ministers, missionaries, etc.). You may include a draft of your article along with your pitch, if you wish. Only articles that have not been previously published will be considered.
ETC’s mission is to apply God’s unchanging Word to His ever-changing world. To that end, be both theologically grounded and ministry minded in your pitch. Speak from both your biblical training and your ministry experience, with a commitment to both the Word of God and His active work in the world.
Suggested word count: 750-1500 words. Note that the ETC Blog is a platform for short form articles, not lengthy academic papers or journal entries.
All submissions must be consistent with the Baptist Faith & Message.
Email your pitch to etc@swbts.edu, allowing a few weeks for a response. Make sure to include your full name, current title or ministry position, academic credentials, publishing history (including links as available), and any relevant ministry/professional experience.
Note that ETC does not compensate for articles and does not accept sponsored posts or links.
Simply fill out this form with your name, contact information, degree name(s), and graduation date(s). We’ll verify your identity and grant you access, which you’ll receive via email. If you have any difficulties, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at alumni@swbts.edu.
