116 - Lighting a Spark | Peter L. Benson

Madeleine L'Engle reflects on her life and the experiences that shaped her understanding of and relationship with God amidst the enormity of our universe.  Madeleine L'Engle was an author, best known for her book A Wrinkle in Time.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Brenda Salter McNeil preaches on the book of Esther, challenging our preconceived notions of who can be a leader.  Brenda Salter McNeil is a pastor, speaker, and author. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

James Cone preaches about his experience of discrimination and oppression growing up in Jim Crow Arkansas and about how his upbringing and faith influenced his theological pursuits. James Cone was a renowned theologian and author. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Archibald Hart reflects on the societal pressures for success in our modern world and how to cultivate a healthy theology of failure.  Archibald Hart was an author, psychologist, and professor of clinical psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Susannah Heschel explores historical attitudes regarding Jesus and his Jewish identity in 19th and 20th century Germany and highlights the impact of racism on understanding the person of Christ. Susannah Heschel is a Jewish studies scholar. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Brian McLaren speaks about the development and content of his 2010 book A New Kind of Christianity, reflecting on the opportunities for Christian transformation in the mid-2000s. Brian McLaren is an author, speaker, and pastor. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Peter L. Benson shares about his work on how to support children and families in healthy, positive growth and development. Peter L. Benson was a developmental psychologist, author, and researcher.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Vicente Fox speaks about the sociopolitical changes in Latin America in the 20th century and how leadership focused on transformation and thriving can positively impact those living in the region. Vicente Fox was the 62nd president of Mexico. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Marianne Meye Thompson preaches on Jesus' calling of the disciples in the book of Luke and what it means for us to be called by Christ.  Marianne Meye Thompson is an author, theologian, and former George Eldon Ladd Professor of New Testament at Fuller Theological Seminary.  This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.

Justo González preaches about the role of the Holy Spirit in the church and the importance of sharing the Spirit's empowerment with others.  Justo González is an author, theologian, and Methodist elder. This FULLER curated series features lectures, speeches, and sermons from across Fuller's history, drawn from our archives in celebration of Fuller's 75th anniversary.