I know it’s been a while since I updated. But, I’m back! 
In my previous entry, I started some questions as a means of preparing for seminary. Well, I started dragging my feet in that department, listening to other voices and not really following God. As a means of really tuning into God and listening, I went on a one day personal retreat to really block out all other voices and really listen in and focus on what God is telling me. Few things stuck out. One thing was that God is not the God of happy trees and all good things(well He is…but, He not all about making that happen in our lives all the time), but a God who allows our struggles to achieve His greater purposes. A fancy way of saying that I don’t think He’s looking for me to take the easy way out when it comes to seminary. However, that is balanced with wisdom, and not just blindly venturing out to whatever seminary I think is best. So far, I know God wants me to stay in this area. I feel, though I don’t know what, that I have something offer here in New England. I know it’s outside of the standard evengelical church cookie cutter feel good light show that we’ve tended to make our churches these days. I also know that I’m not looking to start a church that’s so “cool” and culturally relevant that it’s all about being “different.” However, I think I’m looking toward step 256 when I’m on step three.
What is step three?
Two options at the moment.
Gordon-Conwell, where a good portion of my studies may be online, with an eventual move to the campus. Or, Bethel Seminary of the East at the Auburn, MA extension where I’d commute one day at week, for a five year grueling program that caters to working adults. What’s best, I don’t know? I know I need to talk to someone at Gordon as I’ve already been in contact with the Gordon people.
And now…for the questions! I’m going to continue with the questions until I’m done. Period. Please comment as it keeps me motivated knowing someone is actually reading.
