Has anyone attended an Apostolic College?

[RandyWayne]

Originally Posted by Sabby

I graduated from a 3 Year unaccredited Apostolic bible college. It was closed in the mid 80s.

Reasons for going?

ETS'ed from the Army overseas (Did not have a "home" church in the states)
The alma mater of my pastor.
Reputation of being missions oriented.
Excellent Old Testament History course.
Opportunities for ministry practicum in the local area.
Networking.


Randy, it was called a Bridal college too!


Disadvantages?

Offered only Diploma for three years.
Unaccredited (Used up my GI Bill to attend)
Did not teach Greek OR Hebrew.
Older Facility located in an Industrial District.
Did not offer practical courses that would be useful for missionaries
School did not contain its own church (ie: CLC)

Would I do it again? Yes, if it was accredited. No, if it was unaccredited (but maybe for the first year).

I learned more through two pastors in three years than I did in 3 years combined of compressed study, graduating w/a double major: Ministerial/Christian Education.

I tell ya, these Bible colleges are missing a HUGE income opportunity by not ripping a page from Vegas and including small wedding chapels on campus, complete with Bro Haney and LS impersonators to officiate. Elvis may work too for those so inclined.

[renee819]

Originally Posted by n david

It doesn't mean literally buying or selling truth; there is no price which could be attached to it.

IMO it just means we're to sacrifice whatever we must to have the truth of the word of God, and not give it up for anything. Give up what we must to get it, and never "sell" it for fame, riches, etc.

That seems to be a good explanation.

[Luke]

I graduated from Bible college about 5 and a half years ago it was about the best descion that i made as far as my walk with God and preparation for the ministry were concerned. I did not meet my wife there but i did recieve hands on training through ministry opportunities such as nursing home, jail services, children's church, and door to door practicums (practical ministries). I was also very blessed to learn form those who had been in the ministry for many years and to learn from both thier successes and failures. I was able to build a foundation as far as doctrine was concerned. Most of all i would say it was an amazing experience to be able to set aside four years of my life to study and learn without all of the outside hinderances of busy life. I do not think that you have to go to Bible college inorder to be in in the ministry but i do beleieve that it is a great help and resource.

[navygoat1998]

Originally Posted by Luke

I graduated from Bible college about 5 and a half years ago it was about the best descion that i made as far as my walk with God and preparation for the ministry were concerned. I did not meet my wife there but i did recieve hands on training through ministry opportunities such as nursing home, jail services, children's church, and door to door practicums (practical ministries). I was also very blessed to learn form those who had been in the ministry for many years and to learn from both thier successes and failures. I was able to build a foundation as far as doctrine was concerned. Most of all i would say it was an amazing experience to be able to set aside four years of my life to study and learn without all of the outside hinderances of busy life. I do not think that you have to go to Bible college inorder to be in in the ministry but i do beleieve that it is a great help and resource.

I am sorry Luke but your 1-stepper

[Luke]

Originally Posted by navygoat1998

I am sorry Luke but your 1-stepper

Also a trinitarian and a believer in christian perfection lol

[navygoat1998]

Originally Posted by Luke

Also a trinitarian and a believer in christian perfection lol

[n david]

Originally Posted by Luke

I graduated from Bible college about 5 and a half years ago it was about the best descion that i made as far as my walk with God and preparation for the ministry were concerned. I did not meet my wife there but i did recieve hands on training through ministry opportunities such as nursing home, jail services, children's church, and door to door practicums (practical ministries). I was also very blessed to learn form those who had been in the ministry for many years and to learn from both thier successes and failures. I was able to build a foundation as far as doctrine was concerned. Most of all i would say it was an amazing experience to be able to set aside four years of my life to study and learn without all of the outside hinderances of busy life. I do not think that you have to go to Bible college inorder to be in in the ministry but i do beleieve that it is a great help and resource.

Originally Posted by Luke

Also a trinitarian and a believer in christian perfection lol

[Michael The Disciple]

Originally Posted by Luke

Also a trinitarian and a believer in christian perfection lol

A Trin? You are just kidding?

[Luke]

Originally Posted by Michael The Disciple

A Trin? You are just kiddimg?

No I am a trinitarian although I don't see it as a make or break point of fellowship.

[navygoat1998]

Originally Posted by Luke

No I am a trinitarian although I don't see it as a make or break point of fellowship.