The Highway Forums General Discussion Open Forum Seminary

I would like some suggestions on seminaries here in the states and abroad. I am less than a year (fingers crossed) from completing my undergraduate work and have often thought that seminary would be my next step. Of course, prayer, time and God's leading will eventually move me to a decision but with only a year to consider I'd like to begin to explore my options. Thanks.

"Does he always ask this many questions or is he just trying to get out of Plebe status?"...questions you may be asking yourself right now. <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/igiveup.gif" alt="" />

tj

Reformed Theological Seminary

Westinster Theological Seminary (CA)

Institute for Reformed Baptist Studies (at WTS)

Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

I'm sure I'm forgetting some.

That would depend on which way you slant; baptist, presby, puritan, episcopal, lutheran, etc. I don't really know that much about you and I therefore cannot offer any great advice.


God bless,

william

William,

I presently attend an American Baptist Church but would probably not attend an ABC Seminary. As most would say here, I would say that I'm still reforming, so I would most likely slant towards a reformed baptist seminary. Without intending to over simplify, my desire is to receive balanced yet uncompromised biblical instruction. <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/shrug.gif" alt="" />. Hope that gives you a better idea.

Well, I would be remiss if I didn't mention The Master's Seminary, which is both Reformed and Baptist, although I strongly reject their "Dispy Lite" eschatology. <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/giggle.gif" alt="" />

And, what would people think of me if I didn't also recommend Westminster Theological Seminary - Philadelphia, my old alma mater. When I attended there, not a few Baptists were students . . . and they loved it. <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

I'm sure that Fredman could provide some other acceptable Baptist institutions. But this I will say, that there aren't many good Seminaries left. It seems, like most denominations today, they too are having issues. But that shouldn't be so surprising because it is the Seminary graduates, in great part, who are introducing many of the heresies that are sweeping the churches.

In His Grace,

Here's a few that I've found also:
Toronto Baptist Seminary
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Maybe one of our Canadian brothers can tell us some more about the Toronto Baptist Seminary.

I actually just started attending Toronto Baptist Seminary & Bible College via correspondance. They are Reformed Baptist, and I think subscribe to the 1689 LBCF (that's what they have you study, along with one of Berkhof's books, for the overview course on Theology). Check out their website and read their mission statement- it's good stuff.

I've been told that TBS is probably the best seminary in Canada right now, as far as doctrine and quality of programs. Besides being the only Canadian school openly Reformed that I have come across, they are the only school in Canada I've seen with such a strong emphasis on correct handling of the Word and strong expository preaching. They've got some excellent teachers on staff- for example, some of you may have heard of Michael Haykin for his work on church history (Phil Johnson loves his material). The school is also quite inexpensive (<$7000 CAN/year). So, take this as a huge plug.

Henry,

As far as I know, TBS is the ONLY conservative Christian school in Canada of any denominational persuasion. All the rest are decidedly Liberal, although you may find a few conservative professors at other institutions, e.g., Regal in Vancouver where Packer used to teach. Haykin is marvelous. And I have met and worked with Dr. Bob Penhearow briefly; a man of deep conviction who stands firmly upon the Scriptures and the doctrines of grace. Outside of that, I have no knowledge of the quality of education TBS offers nor any of its graduates. It would be worthy of consideration, IF one could stand living in Canada. <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/rofl.gif" alt="" />

In His Grace,

One that first comes to mind, is the SBC Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Al Mohler, is reformed/sovereign grace and is the President of the Seminary.

Tom

Who would want to live there???

Seriously though, when I first heard about TBS year or two back it was a marvelous discovery, because, like you said, most if not every other school in the country is pretty liberal. I know a few people who go to the biggest, Briercrest, and the stuff I hear from them is disturbing. (My one friend, who is coincidentally reformed in his theology, shares my convictions.)

Well what about Dallas Theological Seminary? It was called by Time magazine several decades ago "...the citadel of dispensationalism."

This post should get some response!

The question was in regard to SEMINARY . . . not CEMETARY! <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/rofl.gif" alt="" />

If Pilgrim didn't like living in Canada, I doubt very much that he would be living here. Ask him what he thinks about Jasper.
I myself like living here, but that doesn't mean that I am not aware of a lot of the depravity that goes on here.
God made me a Canadian, so who am I to argue with Him. <img src="/forum/images/graemlins/coffee2.gif" alt="" />

Tom

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I live in Canada too- I was trying to be sarcastic. Mind you, perhaps you got that and I'm missing something! (It's 6:45am and I've had no caffeine.)