Have you done any further study?

[Droobie]

For many Christians, after they're saved, that's it for them.  The only time they read the bible after that is when the Pastor asks everyone to turn to some verse or chapter during the weekend message.  But for others, studying the Bible is a part of life.  And taking the next step in formal studies only feeds one's spirit more.

How far have you taken your 'spiritual' studies?

[* kittie *]

diploma...i think. associates from a 2 year bible school

[Hector Medina]

I have done a little so far and I will do more as I go further in my College career.

God Bless,

Hector

[GodBoy809]

I can almost tell the entire history of christianity from memory cus thats what i did a research paper over in english last semester.

[sunshine]

i haven't done any formal religious study
but i'm thinking of doing my M.Div in Christian Counselling....just starting to look into that possibility.

[lil_angel]

I never did any sort of religious study in school, but now i'm at a Religious college studying teaching, i do 2-3 religion subjects a year. It's been a real eye opener!! :)

[JourneyFaith]

I have an Associates in Ministry and Evangelism. So important to spend time in the Word daily

[food4thought]

I'm getting ready to start my second semester at bible college. Reading the word of God daily is probably the second best way (behind honest and consistent prayer) to keep ourselves in touch with the Lord and His will for our lives!

[cornetto]

I read my bible when I read it. No real agenda or strict regiment. I think more important is to earnestly seek Christ. If I do this, I find myself in all the right places...in the word, fellowshiping with brothers and sisters, praying, singing, and falling more and more in love with Him and His Bride.

[EJO]

I teach the Bible, I have taken a couple classes, and teach in marriage enrichment classes. I am going to be teaching at the mens retreat coming up in March. I might becoming an assistant pastor sometime soon.

Peace. EJO

[Swurple]

lol.....not to talk about whatever religious studies ive taken up but i gotta say Droobie, that cockney version of the Lord's prayer is royally funny!!!!! :D :D bet alot more people would pay attention in service if we read from Bibles like that... hehe. take care guys X)

[EPHRIAM777]

I have studied Biblical Theology...at the University level...for over 12 years...My Pastor has a PHD from Stanford University..and I teach what I have been taught...!

So credit doesn't go directly to me...but to the one who has passed his knowledge onto me...!

Fom Christ..to Paul..to the present day..!

If you would like to hit my Pastors web page..it's found at....

WWW DRGENESCOTT.ORG..

[Rize]

I've read the gosples many times and much of the rest of the OT at least once. I've read Genesis, Exodus and some of the next three, but they're all a blur :)

As for actual study, I've studied scripture related to final judgment and hell quite a bit and come to some unorthodox conclusions (however, you won't reach them by reading a KJV, you'll need to, at the least, substitute the proper Greek words in place of "Hell" (and learn their individual meanings). Most other translations don't have the original greek either, but it may be in the study notes.

[Amy]

I went to a one-year Bible school, full-time. That was a great blessing.

[Dawn Marie]

I have done a lot of research outside of school... but I don't have a diploma in it or anything like that. :P I just like to learn about religion and stuff.

[feral]

religious studies is my co-major..so yeah, i take a lot of classes, but they are in a variety of beliefs, not just christianity.

[sulphur]

godboy;when did bernard gui leave his post as Inquisitor general?

[life_boy]

I do studies by myself but nothing from an official school or anything.

[Glenn316]

I have been to many conferences at Ridgecrest Baptist conference center over the years, but but that's about it.

[Reader Nilus]

I have had some university classes in religion, I have had some informal classes with my priest on liturgics and various rubrics for worship. I have read his library along with most of the books in the college library and public library in the religion section in The Dalles.
Jeff the Finn

[Multi-Elis]

In my opinion, there aren't enough options in the poll. What about people like me who studied the old testament in high school with a global out look, looking at the bible as a book of morals, a book of theology, a book of history, a book of poetry etc.
And what about the option "No but I really want to and don't know where to do so"

[Chakotay2]

I've never taken any formal religious studies, but I've read a little on my own. I have several good reference works (Thru the Bible by J. Vernon McGee is an excellent book. I have access to concordances and helps, plus I use the International Sunday School book (I buy the one published once a year -- it's on shelves now). I have several other helps. The sad thing is I don't use them as much as I should.

I also have a Bible CD-ROM and I can always search things out on the Internet when I want to. :) There is a wealth of information for lay people who want to understand God's Word better.

[Konnie]

No. I haven't done any religious studies.

[hiz_child]

I have a diploma in Biblical and Theological studies from a 3 year bible institute.
I was gonna put "I teach the bible to others" but I haven't in a while and I don't do it on a regular basis so i decided against it.

[GlowingFirefly]

Mine wasn't listed there.

I currently take a confermation course at my church. It's taking a while because I'm doing it individualy, but I'm almost done! I can't wait to get confermed. :)

[BarbB]

Mine wasn't listed either - Bible studies at the church I attend! My first study was Hebrews! what a blessing for a new Christian! Currently attending church where the Pastor Emeritus was (and is still as a guest) seminary teacher! What a font of knowledge! I love these studies and take as many as time allows.

[ModHelp]

I study the Bible.

[mesue]

I teach the Bible to children at church. I teach the Bible to people at work. I am not formally trained however my Pastor says that if we have attended church regularly for 3-5 years we will know more of the Bible than most Seminary graduates. I remember thinking when he said that "How sad for them, we get it free."

[Islander]

I'm also disappointed with the options because there is a lot of study besides at Bible college. I'm not saying Bible college is a necessarily a bad thing but I've lived next to a seminary while in college and for the past 3 years next to a different one. Both basically teach the Bible is full of errors and not to be trusted. Even a better seminary is going to have lots of human wisdom though. Again I'm not saying such study is bad but it's not perfect.

I've read the Bible completely at least a couple twenty times and that's the Bible study. I've also used Hebrew/Greek dictionaries to understand verses in the context of the original languages which is the second best study. Finally I've read many Christian books, read commentaries of different view points, and listened to countless sermons and lectures.

[Plan 9]

associate degree

[James Sez]

I have an M.Div. that I never plan to use.:cry: Well, never say never!

It's official-100 meaningless posts!:clap:. Now I can rest.

[Kathy]

Did Religious studies when I was in school......... :pray:

[jones_of_pbf]

I attended Boyce Bible School in Louisville, KY for a semester.It's good stuff.:clap:

[The_Saint]

I learned The Bible through "The Way Biblical Research and Teaching Ministry" starting with "Power for Abundant Living" and many other classes. This was in the 1970's. I have also read The Bible cover to cover many times. And to top it all off, I spoke with God in the year 1991!!!! So, Yes, I have done religious studies.

One further note: God told me that I reached Nervana!

[Snowy]

no...but I'm working on it

[LynneClomina]

i had to say only that i had taken a foundation course after being saved... but where does personal study fit in all this? in the OP it sounded like there was no in between - either you got saved and never studied again and your pastor had to pry your bible open for you, or you had taken actual courses.... i have only had one foundation course, but much discipling studies, and much personal studies, via bible study groups, personal bible study from books, and just studying myself passages and looking up in the strongs and lexicons and stuff....

[CJ.23]

I have a degree and masters in Religious Studies, and have lectured in them for many years. I never finished my PhD. I do study the bible independently, but was not sure if you meant acasdemically or for personal reasons?

cj x

[Jesusfrk4life77]

Im only in 9th grade so all ive learned is from school but I plan to be a missionary and Im gonna go to a Christian college and Ill study religion there! :priest: But if I dont go to a Christian college Im thinkin :scratch: about goin to the Airforce Academy! YaY! One Love, One God, One Way!
Souled Out 4 Jesus,
Alexis M

[NiemandheißtBoshaftigkeit]

I have done some independante reasearch but since all of the answers were through a program i answered no.

[ilovethelord]

Have you done any further study

Right now I am going to Global University I am currently a youth pastor and studying to get my Dr..

[princess heart]

I study alot on my own, but can't afford a formal set of classes. Looking for something free online right now though! I have taken some free writing classes and found it to be kinda fun, maybe someone has done this and can suggest something?

[TrustNo1]

lol none of them applied to me cause im still in school yet i teach the bible to some people so i chose that. i teach not as a class but to anyone who asks. i know some of it and i strive to know more. i wouldnt teach something that i dont know about so what i teach is something i have researched thoroughly.

[Spurgeon]

Does reading the Bible at home count?

[KristianJ]

I'm thinking of doing a correspondence course through Moore College in Sydney and doing a couple of subjects a year, which would give me a certificate in theology. Some guys are doing it at the moment and recommended it to me.

[jeffs_girl_2004]

I teach the bible to the young kids at my church and have for years.

[LightShade007]

I just read the bible by myself.


:prayer:

[Glorianna]

I am taking a theology course at university this semester and will be getting a degree in Christianity and Culture.

[jeshohaia]

Yes, I teach...going to school also to learn more. :D

[wrtbooks]

I study alot on my own, but can't afford a formal set of classes. Looking for something free online right now though! I have taken some free writing classes and found it to be kinda fun, maybe someone has done this and can suggest something?Im just about to go for my BA!! Born again.. lol

[orange_dragonfire4]

I am currently learning how to share the bible w/ others.

[beatarmy2]

That's always a good thing to do! Hard, espescially with peer presure, but good if you can master your fears with help from God!

[pgp_protector]

No official studies :(

But Im trying to learn as much as I can.

(Even tried to teach myself Greek / Hebrew for a while)

[kerux]

I wasn't real sure where to vote, since I don't have my diploma as of yet, but I am working towards it.

[Angeldove97]

My studies have been done through my spare time...me reading the Bible, reading books that explain the Bible, and having conversations with both Christians and non-Christians on the Bible. The Lord has blessed me with the talents of writing on Biblical subjects, with prayer, and has blessed me greatly with insight to the Bible. It has been my hope to teach others the Bible one day, ever since I recieved Christ as my Savior, and through the work that I do here and also over at TFHQ, that I have been able to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

[theFijian]

I am doing a Certificate in Biblical Studies and Theology (http://www.freescotcoll.ac.uk/certificate_in_biblical_studies_and_theology.htm) at the Free Church of Scotland College (http://www.freescotcoll.ac.uk) in Edinburgh. I attend one saturday a month and it's great!

shalom,
Andy

[Addaperle]

I've done religious studies all through school, both compulsary and option courses. I am going to study Theology at uni, and plan to become a RS teacher.

[tqpix]

How far have you taken your 'spiritual' studies?I bought the International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) so I could easily refer to scriptures concerning special topics, and I'm just starting to learn Koine Greek so I can read the New Testament in its orignal Greek language.

All of my studies are self-studies. :)

[victoriamarie]

I did not answer the poll because it was lacking my answer.
I get really into it when I do my personal Bible study:
multiple version bibles, concordance, bible dictionary, commentaries, other reference books having to do with whatever my current subject matter is about.
I did attended a Christian college so still put out the OT and NT overview textbooks.

[theseed]

For many Christians, after they're saved, that's it for them.  The only time they read the bible after that is when the Pastor asks everyone to turn to some verse or chapter during the weekend message.  But for others, studying the Bible is a part of life.  And taking the next step in formal studies only feeds one's spirit more.

How far have you taken your 'spiritual' studies?
I took classes in NT and OT.

But that did not fit with anything in the poll. They were classses classes required at my college. I also took a religion class on missions.

[caitlincares]

I attended a Christian college for one year so had required Bible classes there.
I loved those classes.
I enjoy really getting into my Bible studies.
:)

[bgoddenia]

I have read the Scripture 8 and half times during and out of my fastings. Then I took a course to see how much I absorbed I memorized 86 verse now I have "Certificate of Theology, Deploma in Theology, and My Bachelor of Theology" Pass all with "A's."


Yours in Him, Betsy

[rubberduckie]

I didn't know what to put, I have done studies on my own, and with youth group etc, am reading through perspectives and missions books... But I don't think that counts so, then I am unlearned, the Bible is my only resource ;) wow that is awesome Betsy, I memorzie verses, but sometimes only remember parts of them, or references, or forget references. I strive to memorize. :)

[TheMainException]

I've studied at Bible studies at my church Wednesday nights and Thursday mornings and read the Bible a lot by myself. Does that count?

[PaladinGirl]

I've done a lot of personal study at the amateur level here at home on apologetics, exegesis (didn't get into the original languages but studied it at the English translation level), creation science, a little on soteriology, and basically just a little bit of everything. I really haven't come to a conclusion on exactly what I believe except for the existence of God and the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. I haven't done much study at all on the history of Christianity though although I would like to. But of course, all of my studies were personal studies are most of my studies. I like to research things on my own. I often find classes to be a little too restrictive, short, and sometimes narrow-minded; not to mention overpriced for someone of my income level. Besides, by doing my own studies, I can come to my own conclusion about what I believe.

[God.is.my.force]

I'm not old enough for all that I want to do it seems sometimes.

[Moros]

I need an associates degree to attend an Orthodox theological school.

[Athanasian Creed]

For many Christians, after they're saved, that's it for them.  The only time they read the bible after that is when the Pastor asks everyone to turn to some verse or chapter during the weekend message.  But for others, studying the Bible is a part of life.  And taking the next step in formal studies only feeds one's spirit more.

How far have you taken your 'spiritual' studies?

I have done extensive study on certain "non-Christian cults" and on some other religions as a matter of interest/interaction with adherents to various cults/other religions.

Also my years in youth work made searching the Scriptures necessary as part of my teaching of the Bible to both Christian and non-Christian kids and in dealing with issues concerning their lives.


Ray :wave:

[DanielJamesSimon]

I was required to do four credits of Bible subjects for year 12. I have completed three and a half of these. I also did an elective, Christian Worldview, studying the book "How Now Shall We Live?" by Charles Colson. This is an absolutely fantastic book, and I very highly recommend it to any Christian.

This is all I have done, apart from a fair bit of my own study and study with my parents and other Christians. I would like to do some sort of course one day, but I'm not sure what or when. I would like to study Greek to assist with my personal studies, as well.

[Big Mouth Nana]

I was lucky to get my GED. I just study the Word, and it is an never ending learning process.

[rhemarob]

I'm in Bible College right now.

[TheScottsMen]

The Poll only goes as far as Diploma? What about those of us with degrees?

[faith by day]

i didnt vote... i have studdied for school, but also on my own.....

[Touring3D]

I mainly study on my own, with the tutoring of the Holy Spirit. :)

I have taught middle school to high school student. That was tough!

Also, I do plan to attend Bible college.

[OddBeani]

I am going to enter Global University around October for my pastoral degree with youth emphasis.

[FaithfulServant]

I can't choose any of the above, except for MAYBE the teach to bible to others, because I volunteer teaching it to children once a week. I haven't taken any classes, although I hope to. I mostly just read Christian books.

[Mimi]

No....not yet anyway ;)

[joannaberry]

This one really doesn't have a good answer, no I HAVEN'T done bible corses really, but I HAVE studdied my bible to the very best of my ability, I HAVE gone to church, and learned, I have attended bible studdies for Christians, I HAVE participated in discussions for diferent topics, and searched out the greek and hebrew meanings for words, and verses... but no, I HAVN'T taken specail classes...

[The "J"]

I took one college-level Bible class on the NT.

[The "J"]

And have been studying the Bible nearly all my life. (Even before getting saved.)

[okiemommy26]

i teach the Bible to others and im taking courses now

[zoe_uu]

I've studied all the major world religions.

[Mimi]

I've read a lot buddhism and Hinduism and now I am studying the words of Jesus he said on the Cross (I had my first class last week :) and now I have to write an essay about "Father forgive them, for they don't know what they do"). I am also planning to know more about the Islam, Native American religions and so on.......

I want to study about religions and learn all about God.....Cause He loves all religions :) ;)

[Neal]

Taken world religion classes in school.

[Kristi1]

I Voted ~> No


*I only went to Wednesday night Bible Study at Church, does that count?! ;)


Love Always, \o/ :clap:

KristiAnn
MsGuidedAngel

[GodFlute2]

I'v done some research on my own, but I've not taken any classes on it or anything.

[ClaireZ]

I study alot on my own, but can't afford a formal set of classes. Looking for something free online right now though! I have taken some free writing classes and found it to be kinda fun, maybe someone has done this and can suggest something?
Blue Letter Bible Institute is online and free, and has some really great courses.

[ClaireZ]

Attended Moody Bible Institue and have taken some on-line courses.

[Steve_SandbachBaptist_UK]

I don't do any formal study but I do read a small portion daily, and I think its important to read at least a small portion of the Bible every day. I'm slowly making my way through "The Message", when I reach the end I'll have read the whole bible albeit in paraphrase.

BTW I am surprised to see that the most popular option (so far) is "I teach the bible to others!" There must be a lot of pastors and RE teachers on this thread.

Steve

[BubblesRelena]

There was not exactly an area on this poll for me. You see, I studdy out the bible on my own time, with me and God. And if I have questions then I go to my mother or father and seek their advice. But usually God shows me (I think I've gone to my mom only twice or something like that, and she always goes to my father. I ask DEEP questions if I ask them). I don't have a preacher license or certificate, and I don't go to classes to learn. I learn straight from the Bible and God. When I really want to learn His word I go to the REAL teacher, the Lord Himself.

~BubblesRelena

[Godslilgurlalways]

The choices were kind of off which what I was going to write you can do more study besides school. Yes, I have done some studying of the bible just me and of course God I am learning how to get deeper iinto the word of God:)

[handmaiden97]

I dig into the word on my own each day, some for college classes, some for quiet time, some just for personal intrest. I am trying to be a student of the word

[Followers4christ]

I teach The Bible everyday to everyone who will listen! God Bless You All

1 Corinthians 9:16 Yet when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, for I am compelled to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!

[4EverBlessed]

I've done a foundations course

[Discipleatlarge]

My husband and I read the Bible every night before we go to bed and I also take a Bible Study course every Thurs. night. I can't get enough of the Bible and the Teachings that God and Jesus has provided us.

[jsimms615]

I have two Masters degrees. One in religious education and the others Masters of Divinity

[Theofilus]

Does doing in-depth studies on my own at home that didn't lead to a certificate or diploma not count?

[humblet]

I didn't vote in the poll because I have done LOTS of further study, but nothing "formal" at a school. Bible reading and study is one of my passions.

[OrchidAngel]

I don't have any formal training in Bible teaching, other than that of which I have learned from others and what the Lord has shown me :) I have been published in Christian newsletters and I recently started my own devotional blog (you can pm me if you would like to read it).

[emmanemena]

I do a fair bit of reading myself sometimes but I plan to do some courses/subjects once I have finished studying full time. It would be too much at the moment in terms of time and cost.

[ysl_75]

I have not done any study at all...

[NailsII]

I occassionaly read the bible at home.
there is also an online version at biblegateway.com
I read extensively as a teenager and although I am now an atheist I still have interest in history and biblical history.
I would recommend that people read it for themselves, not just what your minister decides is appropriate for you.

[PpsJennifer]

I have taken a Lay Speakers course.

[JPPT1974]

Just bits and pieces of it!
But really need to show the Bible to others
Despite being shy over it!

[lyonguard]

I do not take formal classes, but I study daily with the Bible, CD's, books, etc.

[JPPT1974]

I also use my Bible and my devotions

[NostalgicGranny]

Completed the poll.

Does self study count?

[Lake]

I belong to an evening bible study group of about 15 people.

[JPPT1974]

I would love to be in a Bible study
But really don't feel comfortable with that
As I prefer to do things on my own at times.

[Kirkhaven]

I have taken several religious studies courses. However, I leatned the about the Bible from my own independent study. For me, this has continued for over twenty years now. Several ministers who have a semiary degree have told me that I know the bible better than they do. That kinda scares me because I'll be held to a high level of accountability on account of that. On the other hand, the bible and the Holy Spirit have lead me into a deeper knowledge and intimacy of the Lord.