Originally Posted by SemperFideles

Nikki,

Great advice above. Jacob turned me on to the rts.edu courses. They're fantastic.

Patience Sister.

I understand the desire. Steady study of the Scriptures will allow you to mature. Even a Seminary education won't replace what sanctification over time will provide. I know the desire to be like the really smart guys out there and have all the answers. I often feel inadequate and think: I really need to read some more theologians....

I would say, first of all, that the best thing you could do is to make sure you start reading the Scriptures every day. I began a Bible in a Year reading program 4 years ago and that regularly and continually sharpens my understanding of the Scriptures. Also, just start reading books and make sure you're in a good Church.

Remember you won't be judged by how high on the academic ladder you climbed. I don't want to say this to discourage the pursuit of excellence because we need to be about that. I do want to make sure, though, that you don't get discouraged because you think you're missing the mark as a disciple because you're not there now. You're where you are. If you are trusting in Christ then trust in Him for your sanctification and continue to pursue knowledge to His glory.

In the end, though, if you have the means and the desire to study in Seminary then go for it.