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Travis Shearin
Travis Shearin — Class of 2028
Where and how did you grow up?
I grew up in the Raleigh, North Carolina area and have three older siblings. We all grew up in the church and active in the church with my mom running Bible Studies and my dad being an elder in the church. I remember going to my mom when I was around five and believing in Jesus and truly believe that I accepted Christ at that moment.
What life circumstances or situations did God use to create in you a desire for pastoral ministry?
God created a desire for pastoral ministry in me during my time at Word of Life Bible Institute in upstate NY. I was attending there with the intention of going for one year and then going to Liberty University to study business. However, about halfway through my first year, we had a biblical counseling class with a man that challenged us with what we wanted to do with the rest of our lives. I remember thinking if there is anything I want to do for the rest of my life it is serve the Lord Jesus Christ.
How do you anticipate seminary helping you specifically to prepare for ministry?
Seminary will help me prepare for ministry by giving me the in depth training that I need in order to be as prepared as possible for pastoral ministry. As well as, giving me opportunities to serve the church in ministry.
What kind of ministry, people group, or geographical area are you passionate about or planning to be involved in after graduating and why?
I do not know what kind of ministry or where the Lord has called me to serve Him. All I know is I have a desire to teach God’s Word and disciple people to be like Christ, and I also have a desire to possibly one day serve the Lord overseas.