Dear ______: So classes have started. I love the feeling of new classes. It is like a whole new world is about to open up — all kinds of potential for new discovery. Sorry to hear that your Old Testament class is giving you trouble though. I’m not exactly surprised, but that doesn’t mean I’m […]
Letters to a Young Pastor: How to Get the Most out of Seminary
Dear ______: Glad to hear you are enjoying orientation and the ramp-up to the new semester. I remember how exciting and important registration always felt. You want to know how to get the most out of seminary. As you put it so well, Seminary life seems like a smorgasbord. I almost have too many choices. […]
Letters to a Young Pastor: Welcome to Seminary
Dear ______: Welcome to seminary! You’ve made it. That’s great. Thanks for letting me walk with you through the process of listening for God’s call. As I said when I saw you, I think you’ve made a good decision. It isn’t the only good decision you might have made: You could have served God as […]
Letters to a Young Pastor: Setting Sail
Dear ______: Here’s the thing: in the end you have to choose. It is time for setting sail. You might be St. Francis, choosing after a direct message spoken by Christ. You might be a disciple, choosing based on what you think will best serve the kingdom. And then again, you might not have the slightest hint of […]
Letters to a Young Pastor: Getting God’s Will Wrong
Dear ______: When you have to choose a path, it does put the pressure on. You are afraid of getting God’s will wrong. Sorry: I didn’t mean to upset you. But my question from a few letters back is serious: What if you really couldn’t make a fatal mistake? Getting God’s will wrong. Let me tell you […]
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