JT had an interesting post this morning for prospective seminary students. One article he recommends is by John Frame entitled Studying Theology as a Servant of Jesus. I would highly recommend this article to all those who are serious about applying God’s Word to their lives.
Frame is so helpful. I remember being influenced by reading Calvin’s Institutes in such a huge way. Calvin was writing a summa theologica or a summary of theology, holding forth the unique things he believed. He wrote the Institutes as a summa pietas or a sum of piety, emphasizing the import of what he believed upon life. Frame’s article had much the same feel.
– This article takes into account the presence of indwelling sin as it relates to the study of theology
– This article prepares you for the pitfalls you will encounter as the pride of knowing more than others creeps into your life in higher education
– This article holds forth a high view of Scripture upon theology
These are just some of the reasons I would highly commend reading this. Pastors, we need this reminder. Students of theology, this will help you in your studies. Good lay person in the church, be encouraged in your pursuit of God through this. Benefit from God by studying theology as a servant of Jesus.
John Frame: Studying Theology As A Servant of Jesus