Joel E. Kim

Q&A with President Joel E. Kim

October 13, 2017

UPDATE sat down with Rev. Kim in order to learn more about his life, career, and vision for WSC.

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Opening Convocation – Fall 2017

August 31, 2017

WSC President Joel Kim's opening convocation message entitled, “Becoming Less.”

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A New President

August 21, 2017

Office Hours talks to Westminster Seminary California's new president, Rev. Joel E. Kim. 

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President-Elect Joel E. Kim

May 9, 2017

Rev. Joel E. Kim lays out a future vision for our institution, remaining faithful to our founding convictions

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Taming the Tongue

April 27, 2017

 Our words are a window into our hearts and what occupies and preoccupies our minds and feelings. Wise words are honest, few, calm, and apt.

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The Bible Relativized

January 14, 2017

That the Reformation principle of sola scriptura is often challenged in the halls of academia and often ridiculed in popular media should not surprise us. What is surprising, however, is the lack of focus and dependence upon the Bible among churches and believers.

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Sufficiency and Satisfaction

October 6, 2016

How much is enough?  In this prayer, we are reminded that we should not be seeking abundance or lack, but sufficiency.  Sufficiency prevents us from being prideful or greedy, but allows us to find satisfaction in God alone. 

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The Global Gospel

May 9, 2016

Professor Joel E. Kim reflects on the global reach of the Gospel through his own visits, as well as through the faithful labors of our WSC alumni

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Momentary Affliction, Eternal Glory

April 28, 2016

To those who are weary and tired, Paul exhorts them to “not lose heart.”  How is this possible?  While the afflictions are momentary, eternal glory awaits for those who are in Christ. 

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The Holy Spirit in Paul’s Letters

April 4, 2016

 Office Hours talks to Prof. Joel Kim about the Holy Spirit in Paul's Letters. 

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Ministry Is Not About Us, It’s About God

September 24, 2015

In this personal letter, Paul defends his ministry by reminding the skeptical Corinthians of one thing: ministry is not about us, but solely about God.

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Running Into the Fire

April 24, 2015

Prof. Joel Kim shows how Deuteronomy 31:23 assures us that God is with us.

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Wisdom According to Paul – Part 2

April 6, 2015

Office Hours talks with Professor Joel E. Kim about wisdom according to Paul. This is part 2 of a 2 part discussion. You can find part 1 here

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Wisdom According to Paul – Part 1

March 23, 2015

Office Hours talks with Professor Joel E. Kim about wisdom according to Paul. This is part 1 of a 2 part discussion. 

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Meet the Faculty: Joel E. Kim

February 27, 2015

Once a student, now a professor, Joel Kim offers a perspective from both sides of the Westminster learning experience.

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Against Perfectionism (Romans 7)

December 16, 2013

Office Hours talks with Rev. Joel E. Kim about the history of interpreting Romans 7 and the unbiblical teaching of Christian perfectionism.

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The Resurrection Power at Work Within Us

October 22, 2013

The resurrection of Jesus motivates and empowers those who believe in Him.

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Exodus 40:34-38

April 5, 2013

The Glory-Cloud confirmed the covenantal relationship between the LORD and Israel.

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Hebrews 3:1-6: Joel Kim

December 5, 2012

This episode features Joel Kim, Assistant Professor of New Testament, who takes us through Hebrews 3:1-6.

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