p.e.s.m.

So i filled out an application for a small school in Milwaukie, Oregon that is hosted by my home church's denominational conference. I was a bit skeptical at first and after three days of class i am still skeptical. I just feel like although they are involved in explaining theology and diving into the study of scripture and how to logically apply it to ministry, i feel that it is heavily weighed towards, and at times supported, by denominational theory. The fact that it is so strongly supported by denominational declarations makes me wonder if all these theories and statments are from scripture or if these things are just commonalities among leaders over time of the denomination.

Although i am weary of this, the teachings and teachers are solid. I know it sounds as though i am bashing everything i learned form these packed three days of class, but i really do feel that the classes were great. If anything, its just nice to be involved in theological discussion because it gets the wheels turning to explore and navigate scriptures which is good for me.

I hope its not obvious, but i am actually in class right now and quite distracted so i will update when i get out, maybe my thoughts will be more complete! peace