I do some volunteer preaching and believe in studying the Bible to present worthwhile sermons at nursing home and small church that does not pay. I found a very reasonably priced distance learning seminary that has a program that has been very helpful. It is a lot better in my view than programs that teach more about denominational views and theological aspects of Christianity not mentioned in the Bible. My problem is lack of discipline. I listen to tapes, take notes, answer some of the questions, but just am not completing any classes. The distance learning course assignments can be faxed, e-mailed, or even sent by snail mail. Am a retiree with some health problems, my situation is not lack of time, but poor discipline. When younger completed traditional B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. in history. Maybe the awful unpleasantness of Ph.D. has left a paralyzing effect on me. I really want to get that seminary degree. Helpful suggestions would be blessing.