The Pastor as Apologist, Theologian, and Bible Scholar: How What You Learn in Seminary Can Inform Your PreachingDR. KIM RIDDLEBARGERDr. Kim Riddlebarger is currently visiting professor of systematic theology at Westminster Seminary California (WSC). He was senior pastor of Christ Reformed Church in Anaheim, California, from 1995 until his retirement in December 2020. For over twenty-five years he was co-host of the popular White Horse Inn, a radio-internet talk show.Lecture 1: Preaching and ApologeticsIn this lecture, Dr. Riddlebarger will focus upon the importance of preaching “apologetically” — using apologetic arguments in preaching, developing Francis Schaeffer’s emphasis upon Christianity’s truth claim over its utility. How does one make the case for Christianity in the pulpit winsomely? Lecture 2: Preaching and Systematic TheologyIn this lecture, Dr. Riddlebarger will address the importance of teaching people sound doctrine as the basis for proper application. How do you communicate doctrine–the deep truths of the faith–while making such doctrine applicable to daily life? Lecture 3: Preaching and Biblical TheologyIn the final lecture, Dr. Riddlebarger will address keeping the big picture of redemptive history continually before a congregation as the proper context in which to make specific application.
