Theoretical
Puritan Board Professor
Especially for Dr. Clark, but also for any students at Westminster California, I'd like to know some better clarifications as to the focus of each of the three MA programs (Historical Theology, Biblical Studies, Theological Studies). I guess what are the nuanced distinctives of each program that go beyond the specific descriptions of the web site.
I am strongly interested in entering academia in political science, law, or perhaps history, and I am growing to believe that a lay seminary degree would be most helpful for focusing and greatly reinforcing my Christian worldview as I approach these studies.
At this time, I lack the maturity, discipline, and wisdom to even consider pastoral ministry; however, if that is ultimately my calling, then I'd be better equipped for starting an M.Div for TE/Pastoral ministry or even straight ruling elder ministry should that develop after I have been a good shepherd to my family for awhile.
I am strongly interested in entering academia in political science, law, or perhaps history, and I am growing to believe that a lay seminary degree would be most helpful for focusing and greatly reinforcing my Christian worldview as I approach these studies.
At this time, I lack the maturity, discipline, and wisdom to even consider pastoral ministry; however, if that is ultimately my calling, then I'd be better equipped for starting an M.Div for TE/Pastoral ministry or even straight ruling elder ministry should that develop after I have been a good shepherd to my family for awhile.