A Little Exercise for Young Theologians

I came across this delightful little book the year before I began my seminary studies. Though it had been published many years prior, I found his wisdom to be timeless. Now, after 14 years in ordained ministry, I still refer to it from time to time, just to keep perspective. I heartily recommend this to anyone contemplating, in the midst of, or long since finished with formal theological education.

Don't let its small size fool you... This little book will open your eyes to the dangers that both aspiring and seasoned theologians face in the pursuit of knowledge. I like the fact that it's small enough to be read in a very short amount of time, yet provides so many important insights and warnings that you'll want to hang onto it and read it again and again!

I was introduced to this work by a friend who was a recent seminary graduate. I think this work should be read by everyone who has the Spiritual gift of teaching/preaching as it will be an effective help to prevent burnout, boasting, pride, and arrogance. All of those are frequent sins associated with teaching the word.This book is excellent for the pastor, seminary student, and any other person who is equipped (or being equipped) for a teaching/pastoral based ministry.

Even though 20+ years old, timeless wisdom gently whispers from these pages from a veteran theologian. Not only young practitioners should heed this sage preacher's advice, but all who seek to communicate God's truth should re-read this volume at least once a year to review the fundamentals, re-focus on the hows and whys of basic hermeneutics, and abide by the Biblical dictum, "Do not go beyond what is written." Variety at the expense of verity is vanity. This book is must reading at thrice the price!