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Cammenga traces the biblical and historical precedent for formal ministerial training, from Old Testament schools of the prophets through Jesus' discipleship of the apostles and Paul's mentoring of Timothy and Titus, to the Reformation's emphasis on an educated ministry and the Dutch Reformed theological tradition. The article establishes that systematic theological education has been essential to the church's mission throughout history, grounding seminary training in Scripture and Reformed practice. This resource will interest readers concerned with the proper preparation of gospel ministers and the church's commitment to doctrinal faithfulness.