The Jewish leaders were surprised that "unschooled, ordinary men" could know so much and be persuasive. They put a lot of faith in formal education for religious leadership. So do we!
A degree doesn't make one fit for full-time ministry and not having a degree shouldn't disqualify anyone. What is important are knowledge of the Scriptures and the anointing of the Holy Spirit. People can learn the Scriptures informally on their own and with the help of other knowledgeable Christians. I am willing to help anyone do this - as are many other pastors (with and without seminary degrees) and mature Christians. No one can help with the anointing of the Holy Spirit - He anoints Who He anoints. However, we all should be able to discern who He has anointed.
Look for knowledgeable, anointed people for full-time ministers - with or without seminary degrees. Remember, the early church leaders did a pretty good job - much better than most seminary-educated ministers today.
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