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Texas Seminary Brings Biblical Counseling Training to India
Faith Facts
- Dallas Theological Seminary has partnered with Evangelical Theological Seminary in India to establish a graduate-level biblical counseling degree program
- The program aims to train Christian counselors grounded in Scripture to serve India’s growing mental health needs from a biblical worldview
- The partnership includes a strategic plan for the Indian seminary to eventually operate the program independently, expanding Christian influence in the region
A major American theological institution is extending its reach across the globe to equip believers with biblical tools for ministry. Dallas Theological Seminary has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Evangelical Theological Seminary in India to launch a graduate-level Christian counseling program that prioritizes Scripture over secular psychology.
The collaboration represents a strategic effort to address mental health challenges through a Christian worldview in one of the world’s most populous nations. Rather than importing Western secular counseling models, the program will train Indian believers to minister to their communities using biblically-grounded principles.
The partnership structure reflects a missions-minded approach to theological education. Dallas Theological Seminary will provide initial expertise, curriculum development, and faculty training, with the ultimate goal of empowering the Indian institution to operate the program independently.
This model ensures sustainability and cultural appropriateness while maintaining theological integrity. By equipping local leaders rather than creating permanent dependency, the partnership honors both the sovereignty of the local church and the universal truth of Scripture.
India’s Christian community, though a minority in the predominantly Hindu nation, has shown remarkable growth and resilience. Access to quality theological education rooted in evangelical principles strengthens the church’s ability to serve both believers and the broader society with compassion and truth.
The graduate-level biblical counseling degree will prepare students to address issues ranging from family conflict to trauma recovery, always anchoring therapeutic approaches in the authority of God’s Word. This stands in contrast to secular counseling programs that often dismiss or marginalize Christian beliefs.
For American Christians, this partnership demonstrates the global impact of faithful theological institutions. Dallas Theological Seminary’s commitment to expanding biblical education internationally reflects the Great Commission’s call to make disciples of all nations.
The initiative also highlights the importance of exporting Christian values and biblical truth rather than allowing secular ideologies to dominate the helping professions worldwide. As Western culture increasingly embraces therapeutic frameworks that contradict Scripture, equipping believers in other nations with biblical counseling tools becomes even more critical.
The long-term vision for Indian independence in operating the program reflects biblical principles of stewardship and multiplication. Rather than maintaining control, Dallas Theological Seminary is investing in local leadership development that will bear fruit for generations.
This approach mirrors the Apostle Paul’s ministry strategy of establishing churches and equipping elders to shepherd their own communities. It recognizes that the gospel transcends culture while respecting the unique contexts in which believers minister.
As the partnership develops, it will serve as a model for other theological institutions seeking to expand their global impact without creating dependency or compromising doctrinal integrity. The focus remains on Scripture, sound doctrine, and practical ministry skills that honor Christ.
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Faith Facts
- Danica McKellar credits Candace Cameron Bure with leading her to Christ four years ago.
- McKellar now views her acting career through a faith-centered lens.
- She seeks roles that reflect her Christian values and convictions.
Actress Danica McKellar has opened up about the moment she found faith in Christ. She credits longtime friend and fellow former child star Candace Cameron Bure for guiding her on that journey four years ago.
McKellar shared that her new relationship with Jesus has transformed the way she sees her career and the projects she now chooses to pursue. Instead of simply chasing roles for fame or success, she is now more intentional about the stories she tells on screen.
“It’s been Jesus this whole time”
McKellar’s transformation reflects a deeper commitment to living out her faith both on and off the screen. She has expressed gratitude for the spiritual mentorship she received from Bure, whose own public witness as a believer has long been a steady presence in Hollywood.
The actress says her faith has redefined her purpose, helping her to focus on projects that align with her Christian convictions rather than simply accepting work based on popularity or financial gain.
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Faith Facts
- A priest in Ecuador died during a church service when a large crucifix fell from the wall.
- Kenny Kinglesmith addresses unbelieving friends in an open letter about hope in Jesus amid suffering.
- Christian believers continue to place their trust in Christ even when tragedy strikes inside the sanctuary.
The sudden death of a priest while leading worship has shaken believers across Ecuador. Questions about suffering and divine purpose are rising again.
Kenny Kinglesmith has written an open letter to friends who do not believe. He explains why his hope in Jesus remains firm despite the pain.
“In the face of inexplicable suffering, I still choose to place my hope in Jesus.”
Many Christians are wrestling with how a loving God could allow such a loss inside His house. The event has prompted renewed reflection on the mystery of suffering.
Kinglesmith does not offer easy answers. Instead he points to the cross itself, where Christ endured the ultimate injustice yet brought redemption.
“I still choose to place my hope in Jesus.”
The tragedy has become a moment for believers to examine their own trust in God. It is also an opportunity to demonstrate compassion to those who question.
Kinglesmith urges Christians to live out their faith openly. He believes the witness of steadfast hope can speak louder than arguments.
“In the face of inexplicable suffering, I still choose to place my hope in Jesus.”
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Faith Facts
- Franklin Graham was raised in the shadow of his father Billy Graham, one of the most influential Christian leaders of the twentieth century.
- He has publicly stated that he never tried to become Billy Graham and instead sought to follow the distinct path God set before him.
- The younger Graham has carried the Gospel message across the globe through Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association while maintaining a clear Christian conservative witness.
Franklin Graham recently opened up about the challenges of growing up in the household of the twentieth century’s most renowned evangelist. He explained that being the son of Billy Graham carried both a tremendous blessing and a heavy weight of expectations.
Despite the public scrutiny and inevitable comparisons, Graham made a deliberate choice early in life. He decided he would not attempt to replicate his father’s ministry or persona in any way.
“I never try to be Billy Graham,”
he said. This statement reflects the conviction that God equips each believer for a unique assignment rather than a copy of someone else’s.
Graham’s own ministry has grown into a powerful force for the Gospel through both the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and the international relief work of Samaritan’s Purse. His approach has been marked by direct, unapologetic proclamation of biblical truth on issues ranging from religious liberty to the sanctity of life and traditional marriage.
“I never try to be Billy Graham,”
he reiterated, underscoring that his calling has always been to serve the Lord faithfully in the time and culture where God has placed him.
Today Franklin Graham continues to lead large-scale evangelistic events across the United States and around the world. He remains a steady voice for Christian values at a time when many pulpits have grown silent on cultural matters.
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