We are saddened to inform friends that our dear brother, Voddie Baucham, Jr., has left the land of the dying and entered the land of the living. Earlier today, after suffering an emergency medical incident, he entered into his rest and the immediate presence of the Savior whom he loved, trusted, and served since he was converted as a college student. Please pray for Bridget, their children, and grandchildren. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. – Psalm 116:15 founders.org/articles/the-de…

We are pleased to announce Dr. Voddie Baucham as the President of Founders Seminary! Read a statement from President Baucham here: foundersseminary.org/announc…

We had a wonderful time at our student orientation last weekend. Please pray for our inaugural class as they officially begin their studies today! foundersseminary.org

We're deeply grateful for the generosity of our supporters (especially the 3535 Foundation), whose investment in our students covers full tuition and books! Pictured here are just a few of our students after they received some of their scholarship books for their upcoming studies. Their gift is more than financial; it's a legacy of equipping men with a world-class pastoral training. In days of rising hostility and confusion, the support of our partners helps us pass on our confessional heritage to a new generation of faithful men. Foundersseminary.org #steelspines #confessionalheritage #seminary #FoundersSeminary @GundenGraham @Jhowe1689 @ZacharyHeston @ChrisRiggs1689

You don’t have to give up your intellect to trust the Bible. You have to give up your pride. – R.C. Sproul foundersseminary.org

It is possible to have a sound theology without having a sound life. But we cannot have a sound life without having a sound theology. – R.C. Sproul foundersseminary.org/

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Stop by and talk with President Baucham or any of the rest of our staff about the exciting things happening with Founders Seminary!

There is a common, worldly kind of Christianity in this day, which many have, and think they have enough-a cheap Christianity which offends nobody, and requires no sacrifice-which costs nothing, and is worth nothing. – J.C. Ryle foundersseminary.org

Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever. – Hebrews 13:8 foundersseminary.org

Founders Seminary exists to serve the Triune God of the Holy Scriptures by equipping godly men with the education, aptitude, character, and conviction requisite for effective leadership in the local church. Learn more at foundersseminary.org

We shall not adjust our Bible to the age; but, by God’s grace, we shall adjust the age to the Bible. – Charles Spurgeon foundersseminary.org

The first Founders Seminary classes begin on Monday! Would you please partner with us in prayer as we launch this endeavor? Pray specifically for our students, professors and staff. May God be glorified as we seek to train men in conservative convictions, confessional commitments, and courage without compromise to stand unflinchingly firm in our evil age. For more information on how to apply or support the work of Founders Seminary, visit foundersseminary.org

Founders Seminary is committed to the highest standards of theological education. Each of our courses are designed provide rigorous training in every topic - including solid book lists to equip our students well in their studies. This Fall, our students will be studying Church Fathers with Professor Jacob Trotter (@jstephentrotter). This course is an investigation of the main theological issues, theologians, and religious movements in the early church. It covers the period from the second to the sixth century, from Apostolic Fathers to Augustine. It provides an initial answer to the question “How did we get this way?” and lays a foundation for understanding medieval and early modern Christian thought. Learn more and apply today at foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersministries #reformedbaptist #baptist #church #worship #tomascol #christianquotes #reformedquotes #truth #quote #reformed #jesus #faith #christ #bible #christiantheology #biblicaltheology #hopeingod #reformedtheology #scripturemeditation #systematictheology #theologymatters #contentment

We’re thankful to @squirrellyjoes for sponsoring the coffee in our students welcome bags for orientation today!

Superficial religion will always be fashionable because it does not require self-denial. – Charles Spurgeon foundersseminary.org

Founders Seminary is committed to the highest standards of theological education. Each of our courses are designed provide rigorous training in every topic - including solid book lists to equip our students well in their studies. This Fall, our students will be studying Biblical Theology of the Pentateuch with Professor Alan Quiñones. As a biblical theology of the Pentateuch, this course is designed to exhibit the organic progress of supernatural revelation in its historic continuity and multiformity. It addresses the most significant interpretive and theological issues of the Pentateuch, which form the foundation for how the rest of the Bible is to be understood. Students will be equipped to read the books of Moses not merely as historical narrative, but also as theologically rich divine revelation. Learn more and apply today at foundersseminary.org

Founders Seminary is committed to the highest standards of theological education. Each of our courses are designed to provide rigorous training in every topic - including solid book lists to equip our students well in their studies. This Fall, our students will be studying Theology Proper with Professor Peter Sammons (@Drdanger1689). This course will focus on the doctrine of God – His existence, nature, trinitarianism, attributes, and decrees. In so doing God’s relationship to all of creation, including evil, will be examined. The course will also engage in a critical evaluation of erroneous views relating to the doctrine of God. Learn more and apply today at foundersseminary.org

The saying is trustworthy and deserving of full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the foremost. – Timothy 1:15 foundersseminary.org

You are invited to join us for the 2025 Founders Seminary Convocation in Cape Coral, FL on September 20, 2025. President Voddie Baucham will be our Convocation speaker and a reception will follow. Make your plans to join us! The convocation is free and open to anyone, but requires registration at foundersseminary.org/convoca…

All true theology leads to genuine doxology. – @tomascol foundersseminary.org/

Beware of manufacturing a God of your own: a God who is all mercy, but not just. Such a God is an idol of your own. – J.C. Ryle foundersseminary.org

Rebellion against God is folly, because men will ultimately obey God either willingly, or unwillingly. – Voddie Baucham foundersseminary.org/

If God calls any of us to serve Him, it is not because He needs us, but because we need Him. – Charles Spurgeon foundersseminary.org

Who are the most useful men in the Christian church? The men who do what they undertake for God with all their hearts. – Charles Spurgeon foundersseminary.org

Founders Seminary is committed to the highest standards of theological education. Each of our courses are designed provide rigorous training in every topic - including solid book lists to equip our students well in their studies. This Fall, our students will be studying Philosophy for Theology and Prolegomena with Professor Josh Tinkham. (@Tink830). This course will examine the relationship between philosophy and theology and between reason and faith. Students will be introduced to philosophical (i.e., metaphysical and epistemological) principles that have shaped theological discourse and formulation within Christianity and that continue to have polemical value for the faith today. Learn more and apply today at foundersseminary.org

The Gospel produces obedience. – Voddie Baucham foundersseminary.org

The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps. - Proverbs 16:9 foundersseminary.org

The Holy Spirit helps our weaknesses, but He does not encourage our laziness. – Charles Spurgeon foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersseminary

One of the goals of a Founders Seminary education is to equip leaders with deep theological understanding. We strive to do that by... - Providing a rigorous academic curriculum rooted in the whole counsel of God, designed to cultivate a deep, conservative understanding of biblical doctrine and theology. - Encouraging students to think critically and engage with Scripture thoughtfully, preparing them to articulate and defend the faith with intellectual clarity. Learn more at foundersseminary.org

Faithful Christian, seek the truth, listen to the truth, learn the truth, love the truth, speak the truth, adhere to truth and defend truth to the death. – Jan Hus foundersseminary.org

But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. – James 1:22 foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersministries #reformedbaptist #baptist #church #worship #tomascol #christianquotes #reformedquotes #truth #quote #reformed #jesus #faith #christ #bible #christiantheology #biblicaltheology #hopeingod #reformedtheology #scripturemeditation #systematictheology #theologymatters #contentment

Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth! – Psalm 46:10 foundersseminary.org

And those who know Your name put their trust in You, for You, O LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You. – Psalm 9:10 foundersseminary.org

He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. – Hebrews 1:3 foundersseminary.org

Peace is not to be purchased by the sacrifice of truth. – John Calvin foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersministries #reformedbaptist #baptist #church #worship #tomascol #christianquotes #reformedquotes #truth #quote #reformed #jesus #faith #christ #bible #christiantheology #biblicaltheology #hopeingod #reformedtheology #scripturemeditation #systematictheology #theologymatters #contentment

But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course and the ministry that I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of the grace of God. – Acts 20:24 foundersseminary.org

You are God's tool. He wills to wear you out by use, not by idleness. – Matthew Henry foundersseminary.org

We are thankful for all the Lord is doing!

For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. – Psalm 62:1 foundersseminary.org

One of the goals of a Founders Seminary education is to cultivate a lifelong commitment to sound doctrine, learning and discipleship. We strive to do that by... – Encouraging a mindset of lifelong learning and discipleship, emphasizing that growth in knowledge, character, and skill continues beyond seminary. – Fostering an ongoing pursuit of theological and pastoral excellence, equipping students to mentor and disciple others in the future. – Instilling a firm resolve in the essentials of the Christian Faith so the student is equipped to stand uncompromisingly firm in the negative world. Learn more at foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersministries #reformedbaptist #baptist #church #worship #tomascol #christianquotes #reformedquotes #truth #quote #reformed #jesus #faith #christ #bible #christiantheology #biblicaltheology #hopeingod #reformedtheology #scripturemeditation #systematictheology #theologymatters #contentment

One of the goals of a Founders Seminary education is to integrate academic knowledge and pastoral compassion. We strive to do that by... – Blending intellectual rigor with heart-centered ministry, training students to serve the local church with both theological competence and compassionate pastoral care. – Engaging students in practical ministry experiences within the context of Grace Baptist Church to develop empathy, humility, and a servant's heart. Learn more at foundersseminary.org

For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. – Romans 8:6 foundersseminary.org

Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God. – Colossians 3:16 foundersseminary.org

Applications for Spring 2026 are currently open: foundersseminary.org/apply/

The key to persevering in faith is thinking often about and looking continually to Jesus Christ who has given us a perfect salvation. – Tom Ascol (@tomascol) foundersseminary.org

My faith has no bed to sleep on but God’s omnipotence. – Samuel Rutherford foundersseminary.org

Scripture is superior to all human wisdom. – John Calvin foundersseminary.org

What are some of the qualities that make training at The Founders Seminary unique? Many seminaries or institutions of pastoral training focus on one of two things, the head or the heart. Some believe the intellect is exclusively the chief concern of seminary training, equipping men for ministry by aiding them in lofty intellectual pursuits. This is noble, necessary, and good. However, they do it outside the local church and therefore ill equip the heart for necessary compassion to serve the church. Other institutions aim for the heart, and are so focused on compassion and practical ministry that they neglect the head. Founders Seminary, located on the campus of, and in partnership with, Grace Baptist Church in Cape Coral, FL offers a training ground where both important aspects of pastoral training are uniquely wed. However, one important distinctive of Founders Seminary is that our training not only informs the intellect and softens the heart, but it also instills deep-seated solid convictions in the spine. Founders Seminary uniquely offers a program that is intentional in equipping men for ministry with unflinching convictions that are well-informed and humbly held. Interested in learning more? Go to foundersseminary.org.

For the word of the LORD is upright, and all his work is done in faithfulness. – Psalm 33:4 foundersseminary.org

One of the goals of a Founders Seminary education is to strengthen practical ministry skills within a Church setting. We strive to do that by... – Offering hands-on ministry opportunities and mentorship within a local church environment, enabling students to apply their learning directly in a real-world context. – Training students to lead in various aspects of church life, including preaching, counseling, discipleship, and community engagement, to prepare them comprehensively for pastoral ministry. Learn more at foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersministries #reformedbaptist #baptist #church #worship #tomascol #christianquotes #reformedquotes #truth #quote #reformed #jesus #faith #christ #bible #christiantheology #biblicaltheology #hopeingod #reformedtheology #scripturemeditation #systematictheology #theologymatters #contentment

One of the goals of a Founders Seminary education is to foster spiritual and moral integrity. We strive to do that by... – Cultivating Christlike character and spiritual maturity in students, ensuring that their personal conduct aligns with biblical elder qualifications. – Developing in students an unwavering commitment to biblical truth, standing firm on confessional commitments with courage and integrity in the face of cultural opposition. Learn more at foundersseminary.org

Founders Seminary trains men in conservative convictions, confessional commitments, and courage without compromise to stand unflinchingly firm in our evil age. Learn more and apply today at foundersseminary.org

Ascribe to the Lord the glory due His name; worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness. - Psalm 29:2 foundersseminary.org

But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. – Galatians 5:16 foundersseminary.org

Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. – Philippians 2:12b-13 foundersseminary.org

Founders Seminary exists to serve the Triune God of the Holy Scriptures by equipping godly men with the education, aptitude, character, and conviction requisite for effective leadership in the local church. Find out more at foundersseminary.org

And this is the judgment: the Light has come into the world, and people loved the darkness rather than the Light because their works were evil. – John 3:19 foundersseminary.org

When we intentionally live according to 'the way of Christ', we can count on meeting opposition from those who hate Christ. – Tom Ascol (@tomascol) foundersseminary.org

In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one. – Ephesians 6:16 foundersseminary.org

One of the goals of a Founders Seminary education is to instill unyielding convictions with Godly leadership. We strive to do that by... – Equipping students with a firm and uncompromising grasp of conservative biblical convictions, while also nurturing gentleness and sensitivity essential for pastoral leadership. – Preparing graduates to lead their congregations with both strength and compassion, effectively balancing conviction with humility. Learn more at foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersministries #reformedbaptist #baptist #church #worship #tomascol #christianquotes #reformedquotes #truth #quote #reformed #jesus #faith #christ #bible #christiantheology #biblicaltheology #hopeingod #reformedtheology #scripturemeditation #systematictheology #theologymatters #contentment

Therefore we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, yet our inner self is being renewed day by day. – 1 Corinthians 4:16 foundersseminary.org #theology #reformed #reformedtheology #foundersministries #reformedbaptist #baptist #church #worship #tomascol #christianquotes #reformedquotes #truth #quote #reformed #jesus #faith #christ #bible #christiantheology #biblicaltheology #hopeingod #reformedtheology #scripturemeditation #systematictheology #theologymatters #contentment