Having a theological degree or attending Bible college doesn’t mean you are called by God to teach or taught by God. It means you are taught by men and trained in their denominational divisions and contentions. Did you know that God chooses the weak and foolish things? The apostles were not educated but were simple fishermen and such. They didnt wear a nice suit either but they were dressed in rags according to the apostle Paul. They were disrespected by their own churches. Its my opinion that all these bible schools and denominations dont train disciples. Only the Bible alone and the holy spirit can do that.
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Actually, Judas was educated, the only one.
See what college makes a man?
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The disciples were ἀγράμματοι καὶ ἰδιῶται (Acts 4:13) in the sense that they had not received formal rabbinic education and were not recognized as scholarly authorities by the Jewish leadership. However, they were far from ignorant of Scripture. After years of instruction from Jesus Christ and through the illumination of the Holy Spirit, they demonstrated remarkable knowledge and exposition of the Old Testament, often confounding the religious experts of their day.
J.
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These people who attend bible college and seminary are not the apostles. They’re not even disciples because they learn and teach man’s flawed theology. They’re sometimes more like educated Pharisees. I would rather listen to a man who speaks 5 words of understanding than all their theology combined. All they do is foster divisions and contentions. Look at the catholic church. They’re big, educated, and rich, but they’re among the most ignorant church ive seen. Ive seen educated people who understand Greek and theology but they had no love, empathy, or sympathy.
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Everyone thinks their church is the true church. Well, I dont go to church but I believe my faith is the true faith. People try to say its the law that i attend church but its not. Im under no obligation to follow a church who doesn’t teach the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth. I desire church though but due to illness and disagreements I dont attend. But if Jesus can teach and save me without all that messy denominationalism, why is it necessary? Why do we cling to theology that only causes divisions? I just dont understand that.
{Laughing) True. 
I love this.
Peter
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You should. It is highly encouraged. Jesus went to the synagogues (Church). The disciples gathered together 24-7 (Church). We are told we should.
“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” Hebrews 10:23-25
The New Testament heavily emphasizes the communal aspect of faith. In the biblical view, following Jesus was never intended to be a solo journey; it was inherently designed to be lived out within a local community. The scriptures encourage this regular gathering, what we call “church”, through explicit commands, rich metaphors, and the practical realities of early Christian life. The Metaphor of the body, the “one another” commands, the pattern of the early church. I do not believe you can receive everything that God wants you to receive on your own, isolated and alone. Can you learn and grow? Of course. But receive all Jesus has for you? I do not believe so.
Peter
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@PeterC there are circumstances when people just cant get around others. Its not that i dont desires church its just that it seems impossible for me.
@PeterC The Bible said to avoid people who cause divisions and offenses contrary to the new testament doctrine.
Lol! I used to regret not going to college, lol. The I grew up. I praise the Lord I did not go to college. I’d prolly some sort of punk now.
Ive seen people online who had education and understood theological arguments and things like logical fallacies but they had no humility or love. All they cared about was arguing for their denomination and its pet theology. This isn’t how Christians should act. They should walk in love instead. In many ways, despite their education, they’re ignorant of sound doctrine. They’re skilled at arguing with mans wisdom but not skilled at love which is God’s wisdom
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I like the wisdom in what you’re saying. Knowledge and education can be wonderful gifts, but Paul reminds us that “knowledge puffs up while love builds up.”
At the same time, I don’t think it has to be an either/or. Ideally, sound doctrine and Christlike character should grow together. The more we learn about God, the more humble, patient, and loving we should become.
Some of the people who have encouraged me most in my faith were not necessarily the most educated or the most eloquent. They were the people whose lives reflected kindness, humility, and a genuine love for others.
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Niether were the Disciples. In life, you will have many teachers, in the end, Life itself will be your greatest.
Peter
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@ellenvera I believe first and foremost that we should walk in meekness, humility and love. But all too often churches teach theology that I believe is wrong and it only causes divisions. For example some church’s teach that Jesus is still and forever a man. I dont think any scripture supports that notion. I think he was temporarily a man but isn’t any longer. If you cant prove it with scripture why teach it? Catholics teach that Mary is a co redeemer. Again scripture doesn’t support this notion and its actually heresy in my opinion. If only people would flee from that and just follow the Lord and his apostles commandments.
I think the problem lies in that Satan leads some churches astray. He would lead them all astray if he could, but some churches resist his temptations, though I doubt any church is perfect.
@BobEstey If they’re led by the Spirit why would they be imperfect?
First of all, none of us is perfect - even those trying to follow the Spirit make mistakes.
Second, it seems to me many churches aren’t trying to follow the Spirit. They have their own agendas, so to speak. What does Satan enjoy more than leading a church (or denomination) astray?
Paul said to perfect holiness in the fear of God. Who is led by the Spirit and lies, cheats, steals, committs fornication or adultery, murders, or covets? We cast down such thoughts as the apostle Paul teaches us. I would say my only fault that im aware of is that i may lose my temper.
I did struggle for many years with lust however. But somehow I managed to escape it. Praise the Lord.