Watch President Kim’s Opening Convocation address entitled “Pray for Us” on 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5.

“This world is no friend to grace.” With these words, Eugene Peterson begins his book, A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society.

Among the final words of Paul to his “son” Timothy was a reminder of why we do what we do in the church: “the aim of our charge is love” (1 Tim 1:5). No goal is more noble, more demanding, or more gratifying. How do we, as the church, keep our sight set on love as we carry out the ministry of Word, sacrament and discipline? How do we, as believers, faithfully carry out the stewardship of God’s grace entrusted to us so that we build one another up in love?

In times of distress, darkness, and hopelessness, the Psalmist exhorts believers to turn to the Lord and dwell in the shadow of the Almighty. God who is faithful will answer and will show his people His salvation.

What makes Paul joyful?  It certainly was circumstances and future expectations.  Paul's boundless joy is tethered to the eternal promise of God, the same promises believers have in Christ Jesus.  

This message explores how Christ’s church bears witness in the midst of persecution, proclaiming the enduring reign of God and the power of His Word. 

We are reminded by the Word always to give thanks.  No matter the circumstance, the Lord's grace and presence give us sufficient reasons for thanks.  

In this episode, Office Hours talks to Westminster Seminary California President Joel Kim about the state of the seminary during the Covid-19 pandemic.

 “To those who struggle with faith and life, Paul assures that nothing – absolutely nothing – that can keep us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.”

President Joel E. Kim delivers the 2020 Commencement address, “Ministry of Hope.”

Westminster Seminary California President Joel Kim delivers the spring 2020 President's Chapel

Westminster Seminary California President Joel Kim gives a morning devotion from Psalm 137.

President Kim gives a brief update on the seminary in light of Covid-19.

Westminster Seminary California President Joel Kim gives a morning devotion from Psalm 3.

Where can we find hope in the midst of the often hopeless experiences of life?  

How can God justify the ungodly like you and me?  Because of the Servant who remained faithful as He suffered and substituted for us.

WSC President Joel Kim delivers the opening morning devotion for the 2019/20 school year. 

In the midst of challenging circumstances, we emulate the Psalmist in looking within ourselves.  Yet this Psalm and the Scriptures remind us of our dependence by highlighting the phrase “but God.”