Not too long ago, I was sitting with a group of Christians and engaged in a discussion with a young man about theology. Immediately, some of his statements began to concern...

Christian Education

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An Insider’s Critique of Seminary Online

It’s a privilege to be the newest contributor to the Parchment and Pen blog. I’m new to Reclaiming the Mind Ministries as Creative Director and Instructor, but...

by Tim Kimberley

Christian Education

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Why Traditional Onsite Seminary is Still (by Far) the Best Option

It is obvious that so many places are relying on distance education—virtual distance education. After all, it is more convenient for all parties in many ways. People who...

Why I Think Women Need to Study Theology

I have a confession to make. I am not fond of women’s ministry programs. Don’t get me wrong, I love my sisters in Christ and enjoy fellowshipping with them. But...

A Need for Higher Learning – Part II

As a follow up to my last post O Teacher Where Art Thou, I came across this audio clip (located at the bottom of this post) that in my opinion, demonstrates why pastors and...

O Teacher Where Art Thou?: A Case for Legitimate Higher Learning

In Michael’s recent posts on what does it take to be in ministry, I noticed that one area that tends to get push back is the issue of seminary and why it would be...

by Lisa Robinson

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"I Was Going to Preach this, but the Holy Spirit Led Me to This" . . . And other Stupid Statements

Does my title give me away? So much for being coy with my proposition. Let me say that this post is going to get me in trouble with some dear friends who preach God’s...

Why I Think the Inspiration Process Should be Taught in Every Church

For many years as a Christian, I glossed over 2 Timothy3:16. Particularly during my Charismatic days, it did not seem to have much bearing. In fact, it was a yawn. We we...

Ten Questions I Always Ask Myself When Reading the Bible

One of the greatest tragedies in my Christian formative years, was that I cheerleaded into believing some so-called spiritual facts about God and Christianity that...

Observations From the Shelf: An Inside View of Seminary

As many of you probably know, I am finishing up my first year of the ThM program at Dallas Theological Seminary. It has been a wonderful experience overall, yet filled with a...

by Lisa Robinson

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