If God has the power to transform us instantly, why does spiritual growth so often take years?
The Slow Work of God in an Instant Society
If God has the power to transform us instantly, why does spiritual growth so often take years? In this session, Kelly Kapic explores why God’s work in us is often slow, what that reveals about His character, and how learning to embrace His patient work reshapes the way we lead, counsel and care for others.
Sponsored by South Highland Presbyterian Church and Beeson Divinity School’s Alumni Office, this event is designed for anyone in Gospel ministry: pastors, counselors, church leaders, chaplains and others. Come and receive encouragement as we hear from Dr. Kapic, enjoy good coffee and fellowship together.
Kelly M. Kapic is Professor of Theological Studies at Covenant College where he has taught since 2001. With a PhD in Systematic and Historical Theology from King’s College Â鶹ÊÓƵ of London, Kapic has written or edited more than 15 books. His most recent volumes, Christian Life (Zondervan, 2025) and You Were Never Meant to Do it All (Brazos, 2025), each won awards, including from The Gospel Coalition and the Southwestern Journal of Theology. His 2022 book You’re Only Human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why that’s Good News won a number of awards, including Christianity Today’s Book of the Year award in the category of Theology (Popular) and The Southwestern Journal of Theology’s award in Applied Theology/Ethics.
This event will take place in South Highland Presbyterian Church’s historic sanctuary.
We’re located at 2035 Highland Avenue South, on the corner of Highland Avenue and Richard Arrington Jr. Boulevard, in the heart of Birmingham’s Southside/Five Points neighborhood.