Crucible’s aim is to enhance creative thinking about the relationship of biblical and theological truths to the life, ministry and mission of the church. It is a forum for scholars and practitioners to publish material, interact and resource the Christian community.
Crucible publishes three types of material:
- The Cauldron: formal, academic, ‘blind’ peer reviewed scholarly articles.
- The Test-tube: ministry resources related to the life, ministry and mission of the church.
- The Filter: book reviews
For further information on the submission of articles see the ‘Article submission’ page.
Crucible operates under the auspices of the Australian Evangelical Alliance and is sponsored by the institutions listed on this page which are partners with AEA and which, together, constitute the board of management for Crucible.
Use of material published in Crucible
All material on the Crucible web-site is copyright. Copyright is retained by the authors who grant permission to Crucible to publish. Unless indicated otherwise the following rules apply to the use of articles on this web-site.
- No article should be copied onto another web-site. Other sites wishing to refer to material published on Crucible may establish links to the Home page or to the specific article.
- No commercial use is permitted. Those who wish to make commercial use of material published on this web-site should contact the author.
- Permission is given to make a copy of material for personal use.
- Churches and bona fide educational institutions may distribute copies of articles to members and students providing that
(a) it is for genuine educational purposes,
(b) there is no charge for the material and
(c) all copies must clearly and fully provide the author’s name and details; the title of the article; the publication details (ie. Crucible: a journal of theology and ministry; the relevant issue number and date); and the web-site address.
Editors
General Editor: Rev. Prof. Brian Edgar, Professor of Theological Studies, Asbury Theological Seminary.
Managing Editor: Ian Packer, Director of Public Theology, The Australian Evangelical Alliance.
Editor of The Cauldron: Dr Glen O’Brien, Lecturer in History and Theology at Tabor College and Kingsley College (Australia).
Editor of The Test Tube: Dr Stuart Devenish, Director Teaching and Learning at the Australian College of Ministries.
Book Review Editor: Rev John McClean, Lecturer in Systematic Theology at the Presbyterian Theological Centre (Sydney, Australia).
Editorial Associate: Dr John A. Davies, Principal of the Presbyterian Theological Centre (Sydney, Australia).
Sponsoring Colleges
- ACOM
ACOM (Australian College of Ministries) offers accredited Certificate 3-4, Diploma, Bachelor and Masters courses to students who are engaged in the practice of Christian ministry. Don't leave home to prepare for Christian ministry; we’ll come to you and train you where you are by providing you with a stimulating and relevant situated-learning experience.
- Bible College of Queensland
The Bible College of Queensland is an independent, evangelical and interdenominational college located only 6 kilometres from the centre of the city of Brisbane in the foothills of Mt Coot-tha.
- Garden City College
Throughout your time as a student at Garden City College, you will experience ministry through practical, spiritual and personal revelation of the gospel. Our calling is to see your ministry fulfilled.
- Harvest Bible College
Since 1985 Harvest Bible College has committed itself to developing authentic leaders for the contemporary Church. We have an extensive range of empowering and theological courses available. Including on campus, distance education and online. Look through our web site and find the right direction for your life.
- Kingsley College
Founded by the Wesleyan Methodist Church in 1949 and now operating in partnership with Tabor College, Victoria, with a united faculty and curriculum providing quality Christian education. Kingsley maintains a focus on ministry formation of candidates and ministers in the Wesleyan Methodist Church.
- Mueller College of Ministries (MCM)
MCM, located just north of Brisbane, offers ACT accredited diplomas. Subjects may be studied on campus or online. AUSTUDY and Fee-Help are available. MCM equips for church-based, parachurch and cross-cultural ministries.
- Presbyterian Theological Centre (Sydney)
The PTC (Sydney) is a Reformed and evangelical theological college and ministry training centre, committed to expounding the Biblical faith and worldview, and equipping men and women for pastoral and other forms of ministry.
- Ridley Melbourne Mission and Ministry College
Ridley Melbourne is an Anglican evangelical college with a national and international reputation for equipping and forming men and women for mission and ministry in the church and the world.
- Tabor Adelaide
Tabor Adelaide is a multidenominational Christian Tertiary College in the Evangelical and Charismatic traditions offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Ministry, Theology, Education, Counselling, Youth, the Humanities, and the Performing Arts. Tabor is located just 10 minutes from the centre of Adelaide.
- Tabor College NSW
A multi- denominational Christian Education Centre offering government-accredited courses from Certificate to Bachelor Degree levels. Tabor has been running nation wide for over 28 years. The college aims to equip people for ministry with first class Christian teaching from qualified professionals.
- Tabor Victoria
Thinking theologically about all that God is interested in – and that seems to be everything – Tabor Victoria is committed to helping Christians think through issues Christianly, carefully and creatively. With degrees in Education, the Arts, Ministry and Theology, Tabor Victoria aims to work with God to empower the people of God to transform the world.
- Vose Seminary
Vose Seminary’s mission is to equip God's people for mission and ministry in the world. Student background is diverse and graduates serve in many different denominations and mission organisations, in WA and around the world.
- Worldview Centre for Intercultural Studies
Worldview Centre provides holistic training for people committed to being part of God's mission to reach people and plant churches.