So apparently, you have to do homework before going to class. And that even counts the first class. So guess who did his 42 pages of reading and one page (single spaced) of writing tonight? This guy!
One of the readings was about asking questions in our faith, and how that is okay and valuable. This is a message I wish that I could shout from the rooftops-ask questions and work out responses (not the same as answers) in community. These responses might not quite be what we wanted, but they are better than never being willing to re-adjust how we understand God. While we may say we want a childlike faith, if you’ve ever taught preschool Sunday School, you know that faith understandings evolve. Same goes for 7th graders. And college sophomores. And 80 year olds. So, keep questioning.
Mmmm. I think I’m going to like this seminary business, even if I have to suffer through homework before the first day of class.
Yours for the community of God in the collection of all,
Rich
