The church needs the faithful preaching and teaching of God’s word. This article looks at the calling of a professor to teach future pastors. Looking at Titus 1:9, the author discusses the qualification and the heart of teachers of God's word.

Do pastors need theological training? Are not the Bible and the Holy Spirit enough? This article looks at the historical background to this topic. It blends together the biblical teaching, the church order, and the guidance God gave to his church.

The church needs the faithful preaching and teaching of God’s word. This article looks at the calling of a professor to teach future pastors. Looking at Titus 1:9, the author discusses the standard of doctrine and the task of teachers of God's word.

The admission exam for the ministry is so important because the office of the minister of the Word is so significant that not anyone who wants this office can be admitted. The author believes that applicants should be tested in three areas: his knowledge, his calling and his ability to study.

Who should be responsible for theological training? Should the seminary be under the church or independent? This article lays the biblical ground for a church-controlled seminary, while highlighting the dangers of independent theological training. The author ends by showing the benefits of church-controlled seminaries.

What is the process behind the decision of whether an individual will go to a theological seminary? This article maintains that not only is the individual himself behind the decision, but the church federation and the church elders. Elders have the responsibility to seek out and encourage suitable individuals to consider going into the ministry.

God has entrusted His word to the church; therefore, the church has the responsibility to guard the gospel. One of the ways the church can do this is through theological training. This article discusses the basis and benefits of the seminary.