Bible classes

One of our preparations for missionary service is to go through a series of bible courses. If we had gone to a Christian college, we would most likely have fulfilled this requirement, but alas, we went to good ol' Colorado College, where none of this is found! So we are taking classes through Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary's Dimensions of the Faith program. These classes cover the Old and New Testaments, theology, missions, church history, and bible study. It is a free program that consists of ten courses, each with ten to twenty 45-minute classes. That adds up!

We started our first class, Old Testament survey, part one, in February. We finished that set of fifteen classes in June. Yikes! Not the fastest start. However, I'm happy to report, sitting here in a hotel on our way to Oregon with Jim's family, we just finished our third course. A much better rate of success. I think we'll make it!

It has been great to "go back to school" together. Obviously, it was challenging to get into a routine at first, but we are excited to be so much better equipped when we arrive at RVA in a year. And by the way, anyone can take these classes, so if you've never had a bible education and would like one, sign up and go to school with us!