Many years ago, Howard Hendricks noted an alarming trend that the seminary was graduating many students who knew a lot of things, but were spiritually dry. DTS instituted a Spiritual Formations program so that all students would have a few people who knew them well and could encourage them in their personal walks with God and give them accountability to be able to withstand the temptations that arise in life –especially through the stress that a graduate program can induce.
Deanna and I volunteered to lead a couples group. We meet with two other couple every Sunday night in our home. We couldn’t be happier with the people we were “assigned” to share our lives with. Sean and Krysta and Daniel and Allison are such great friends, who provide the encouragement that we need during a challenging first semester and transition. It’s amazing to see how God works to bring together and form His communities.
About Me
- Russ
- I am the husband of Deanna and the father of Garrett. I am an eight-year Army veteran and a current student at Dallas Theological Seminary. Most importantly I am a sinner saved by grace through faith because Christ died for me.
God is a God of order and purpose, not chaos nor coincidence. As time passes, how exciting it will be to see the "why" He has you together. I am happy that from the very beginning of your time in seminary, God is providing you, Deanna and Garrett the support, encouragement and accountability that you need to enhance the journey.I pray that nothing distacts from your time on Sunday nights...I pray each Sunday for your time together.mom
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