We affirm the Bible as the authoritative Word of God. We covenant to teach in accordance with and not contrary to the Abstract of Principles and the Baptist Faith & Message.

With our confession in mind, Southeastern’s faculty attempts to develop five Core Competencies in students through a Southeastern education.  Every student should seek to develop in…

• Spiritual Formation: Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a vital Christian life and witness manifest in all personal relationships and vocational endeavors.
• Biblical Exposition: Gain a basic comprehension of Scripture and learn to interpret and communicate it properly and effectively.
• Theological Integration: Understand and apply the doctrines of Christianity to all areas of life and ministry.
• Christian Leadership: Cultivate a godly disposition marked by wisdom, humility, and grace, and develop skills to lead effectively in the church and world.
• Ministry Preparation: Acquire and apply knowledge and skills necessary for Christian ministry.