Master of Divinity

Through a thorough integration of biblical and theological knowledge with experience-based learning, our Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree will develop you as a well-rounded, Spirit-formed, servant leader. Through elective courses, you will customize your degree plan with classes that fuel your passion and equip you for your specific calling. As the recognized degree for ministry, the MDiv will prepare you for full-time vocational ministry as a pastor, chaplain, missionary, or parachurch organization leader. This degree will also prepare you for further studies in Divinity. You can earn your Master of Divinity online or on-ground (Southlake).

Concentrations

Program Objectives

The Master of Divinity degree program seeks to:

  • Prepare men and women for ministry both within their own particular communities of faith and cultures and also to the larger body of Christ;
  • Provide students with knowledge of Scripture and the tools and methods to interpret Scripture;
  • Equip candidates with practical ministry skills in leadership, preaching, worship, teaching, care-giving, and administration.
  • Develop practical ministry skills through supervised ministry experiences;
  • Encourage students to live a Spirit-empowered life, developing their unique spiritual gifts and callings.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply biblical texts using sound hermeneutical principles and exegetical methods;
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of the heritage, traditions and practices of the global Pentecostal/Charismatic Movements, including a vision for healing the schism between the Church and the Jewish People.
  • Articulate a biblically-based and Spirit-empowered theology of ministry and leadership based on knowledge of the nature and mission of the Church;
  • Apply biblical and theological knowledge to one’s personal spiritual formation within the practices of ministry;
  • Communicate God’s truth clearly, accurately, and convincingly to a single individual or a community;

Master of Divinity (MDiv)

Curriculum
Total Hours 78
  • 15
  • 18
  • 27
  • 6
  • 3
  • 9
  • Biblical Studies 15 Hours
    • BIBL 5301 Old Testament Introduction 3
    • BIBL 5302 New Testament Introduction 3
    • BIBL 6302 Biblical Hermeneutics 3
    • BIBL 6308 Life of Jesus in Historical Context 3
    • BIBL 73XX Biblical Exegetical Book Study Course 3
  • Theological/Historical Studies 18 Hours
    • BIBD 6301 Christian Theology I 3
    • BIBD 6302 Christian Theology II 3
    • BIBH 5302 Christian History and Renewal I 3
    • BIBH 5303 Christian History and Renewal II 3
    • BIBD 6303 Christian Unity: Contemporary Issues 3
    • BIBD 7301 Pneumatology 3
  • Practical Ministry Studies 27 Hours
    • BIBM 5301 Ministry Foundations 3
    • BIBM 5305 The Spirit Formed Leader 3
    • BIBM 5307 Homiletics 3
    • BIBM 6301 Graduate Ministry Practicum 3
    • BIBM 6303 The Blessed Church in Practice 3
    • BIBM 6305 Executive Ministry 3
    • BIBM 6312 Spirit-Formed Worship 3
    • BIBC 7301 Pastoral Counseling 3
    • BMIS 7301 Missional Strategies in Contemporary Culture 3
  • Biblical Language 6 Hours
    • BGRK 6301 Greek I and BGRK 6302 Greek II
    • - OR - 6
    • BHEB 5301 Hebrew I and BHEB 5302 Hebrew II
  • Capstone 3 Hours
    • BIBM 7315 Master's Capstone Project: Divinity 3
  • Electives 9 Hours
    • Open Electives 9