be skeptical of much of modern psychology and to look first to the Bible

[The Straight Story]

Baptist seminary shifts counselor study to Bible over science
Courses won't meet licensing readiness


Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is overhauling its program for would-be counselors, instructing students to be skeptical of much of modern psychology and to look first to the Bible.

The change -- which represents a major shift for a school that pioneered integrating theology and psychology in the mid-20th century -- is centered on the belief that Scripture can answer the "deepest needs of the human heart," according to a seminary release.

It will affect all students training for the ministry but especially those preparing for careers in counseling. They will no longer be prepared for licensing or certification by professional organizations or state agencies.

If they want that certification, they can supplement their education elsewhere, said Russell Moore, dean of the School of Theology.

http://www.courier-journal.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20050501/NEWS01/505010450

[opihimoimoi]

1. Pathetically sad.......they know not what they do.

[Bellamia]

2. Maybe they do know what they do.........

in a weird way, 'cause there are lots of people out there looking for "Christian" doctors and counselors, whether or not they are licensed or qualified does not enter their minds, just that they're "Christian." So ok, yeah, it's sad.


Oops, spell check!

[Az]

3. It really does seem they want to go back to the dark ages

I can't see any other way to phrase it.