Is Christian Eduaction Required?

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resurrection33

resurrection33

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NiceneCreed said:
Are you currently in possession of a religious degree or in school to obtain one? Do you feel your pursuit of religious education has made you well-rounded or better able to serve God? Is ATS Accreditation really necessary? Lastly, do you feel it is necessary for one to hold such a degree to enter the ministry? These question are for those who have or will have their M.Div., Th.M., M.A.R., or any related/similar religious degree.

If you do not hold or are not pursuing such a degree, you may still post your opinion on the matter.
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I would say a person’s character is infinitely more important than his education.
 
crossnote

crossnote

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Kerry said:
The only educated disciple was Luke, The doctor, and later Paul. God more than not uses people that society would not. Gideon is a prime example. When Samuel came to Jesse, he presented his older sons and left David in the field.
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Perhaps Luke was the least 'educated'. Think about it. The Twelve spent three years hearing directly, face to face, in word and deed...the God of all creation.

Acts 4:13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
 
zone

zone

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crossnote said:
Perhaps Luke was the least 'educated'. Think about it. The Twelve spent three years hearing directly, face to face, in word and deed...the God of all creation.

Acts 4:13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.
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RickyZ said:
Actually I like that word 'eduaction'. Unless your education translates into action, it is for naught.
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It was just a typo . . . but now that you mention it . . . LOL! Thank you for the good laugh!


Grace and Peace!
 
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NiceneCreed

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I forgot to mention that I own the copyrights to the word "education." Every time you use this word in the future, you have to pay me money for its use. LOL!
 
RickyZ

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NiceneCreed said:
I forgot to mention that I own the copyrights to the word "education." Every time you use this word in the future, you have to pay me money for its use. LOL!
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You mean eduaction ... another typo! And I want a percentage...
 
RickyZ

RickyZ

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To answer the original question, I do not have a degree but I did spend 3 years in Bible College just for my own understanding. I think it was well worth the time and expense.

resurrection33 said:
I would say a person’s character is infinitely more important than his education.
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That's true but a person's character is infinitely influenced by their education.
 
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