Should I go to bible college?
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You should go to a college you feel comfortable going to.  Some bible colleges have very strict rules that everyone has to follow - if you want to feel safe and in a controlled environment, then by all means go.  If you are interested in learning more about people not exactly like you, go to a state university.  There are a lot of religious activities on all campuses.  But do what you feel is right, and try praying about it.
121954
Everyone is at a defferent point with their walk with God.  Just because people go to a private Christian school, that doesn't mean that they are saved, and even if they have told Jesus that they accept His payment for their sins, it doesn't mean that they have allowed Jesus to rule thier lives yet.  \n\nIf you are or are not a Christian, 1-don't let these kids turn you away from Christianity, 2-There may be others at the school that maybe are Christian and nice and just quiet that you could become friends with and 3-forget the school drama (if you are a girl punk band fan, you may want to check out Superchic[k], they sing songs about this same topic that I have used to build me up often on the cd of theirs that has yearbook photos on it) and focus on getting your work done, and your personal faith life.  \n\nIt isn't going to be important to God if you were popular, He uses anyone that will let Him.  God loves you the way that you are, and reading your Bible everyday and just chatting with God is going to prepare you way more for the world than who you went to the mall with last Friday.  I've already been praying for you.
68198
Of course you should apply. You'll never know if you will like it unless you try it first. I know you are busy, but college is supposed to be a chance to try everything you want to see if something is a good fit for you. Good luck in your pursuits.
884585
Doing your devotionals, reading the bible, attending church, being involved in youth group. All those things are great. They will help you grown in your faith, but that's what they do help you grow your  faith. The one question you need to ask yourself is "Have I come to a place in my spiritual life where I am sure I will go to heaven when my life is over here on earth? If you aren't sure you need to get right with God before any of the devotionals ... etc will help.  I am an old man and I don't think our communication would be a good idea.. I recommend a good talk with your youth pastor, ok....  Jim
851234
Studying by subjects are better.\n\nThis way the  bible will interpet itself.\n\nAfter you get thru one letter,  do you really remember what it said on every subject it discussed?\n\nThis will help you avoid taking one scripture and creating a belief around it.
34404
First of all, you have to attend the proper schooling. I would check with a Bible seminary school and talk with one of their counsellors to see what they suggest. When you're done, I would think that the school that you graduate from would have some suggestions on where to go, maybe applying to some of the bigger churches. Or you can open your own office. This can get expensive though, with insurances and such, so going in with another counsellor and sharing the costs are best. If this is the line of work you're thinking of going into, I commend your thinking. There aren't enough Christian counsellors, outside of big cities. My pastor just happens to be a counsellor also, so we're very fortunate to have him with us. <*)))><
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yes, because if thats what you want to do, then go for it. If you ever read straight through the bible, every damn thing is a sin even going to the bathroom is plus its no one elses place but gods to judge you
460382
It seems like a pretty sound program to me. They use God's law to show people their sin and need for salvation and then point to Christ as the solution. It's very biblically based. Now, as for other TBN programs.....some are very questionable.
1134874
It really depends on alot of factors. If you are comfortable where you are right now, I would just buy a few books or take a few classes. But if this is truely your lifes passion, then I say go for it.
826061
Depends on what religion you are. If you are in the Catholic faith I believe you have to take class or be confirmed I can't remember if what i've heard from Catholic Friends. But If you go to a Christian church then you just have to become a believer of Jesus Christ and repent of your way. It is best that you talk to your Priest/Pastor/Minister depending on what church that  you attend! Many Blessings!
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I don't know anything about Norwich but I do know that it all depends on how big the college is.  I go to a small religious school and I know that it reminds me of high school.  The teachers are great because they don't have 100 students to take care of so they can spend more time with you.  If you're looking for something a little more privet where only a small group of people knows you then you should probably go to a bigger school.
1147252
You young Christians should have your parents explain these things to you. Have you thought of bible study?
45559
Depends on the college. Read.
1009221
I would suggest that you look into the study of religion, which is sometimes called "Religious Studies," or "Comparative Religion," or "History of Religions."   Hundreds of colleges and universities in the US have these majors.\n\nReligiously affiliated colleges and universities will have majors in Theology, which is the study of Christianity in particular, however, these institutions will teach Christian history and doctrine from their own particular perspectives (Catholic, or Lutheran, or Seventh-Day Adventist, or whatever).\n\nUnless you wish to remain within a particular Christian denominational perspective during your study, I strongly suggest that you attend a non-religiously affiliated college or university (public or private does not matter) where you must study religion from a non-denominational perspective.   At non-religiously affiliated institutions, you will also have many opportunities (and sometimes even requirements) to study religions other than Christianity.   I advocate this because I am an historian of religions myself, and one of the founders of this discipline, Max Muller, is famous for saying that "he who knows only one, knows none."  By this he meant that in order to study religion well, one must become knowledgeable about more than just one religious tradition.\n\nSome of the most prestigious programs in religious studies in the US are:\n\nUniversity of Chicago\nUniversity of California at Santa Barbara\nSyracuse University\nPrinceton University\nHarvard University\nYale University\nFlorida State University\nUniversity of Missouri at Columbia\nBoston University\nDuke University\nUniversity of North Carolina, Greenville\nMiami University in Ohio\nColumbia University\nArizona State University\nKansas State University\nVanderbilt University\nUniversity of Toronto\n\nAll of the above institutions also offer graduate programs in religious studies.  There are hundreds more undergraduate-only institutions with outstanding programs in religion, including Vassar, Barnard, Franklin and Marshall, Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Carleton, Macalester, Stanford, and I could go on and on.\n\nIf you are seeking a religiously affiliated institution, two of the best Catholic ones are Notre Dame and Boston College.  I could go on and on through Lutheran colleges, Methodist colleges, etc., but I think I'll stop here.   Post another question if you need more info. \n\nBest wishes!
578932
Go to a church which teaches the bible. You might have to try a few before you settle on one that you like. It does wonders for me. Also, listen to music, exercise and never give up.
818415
If you don't have a clue which one you want to go, you are not ready to go to a business college. \n\n1. figure out what you want to get out of it. \n2. research what's on offer on the websites. Research info about the colleges. Do it yourself, don't get anybody else to give you a digest. \n3. If you live there or close enough to visit, do so. Talk to students, see how the atmosphere at the place is. Try if you can talk to an advisor there. \n4. great college and easy to get into is pretty much mutual exclusive. If it's truly great everybody will want to go there so it will become difficult to get in.
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I go to BYU, and I find it to be a very positive environment.  I don't know that it is necessarily "better" for Mormons than other schools, but it does provide a positive environment for faith and it helps people live their religion.  It is an amazing opportunity to learn gospel principles along side temporal principles and to hear professors bear their testimony of the gospel and to feel your own testimony strengthened.  It is also nice to be around other members of the church, and to grow together.  With that said, I also think that it is important to keep in mind that a person, no matter where they go to school, can have the same kind of experiences that they might have at BYU.  If you're a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, you can live your religion wherever you are; it doesn't matter if you are at BYU.  However, being at BYU may make it a little easier to do so.  \n\nAs far as Utah being suffocating, I'm not sure about that.  I like it here.  I wouldn't neccesarily like to live here, but it's a nice place to go to school.