The Master of Theological Studies (MTS) program prepares students for teaching vocations and advanced studies in Bible and theology. It trains students to read Scripture theologically from a Spirit-formed, non-supersessionist perspective.
Whether you have years of ministry experience as a pastor or church leader and believe deeper theological study would enhance your ministry, or you find yourself on a journey towards doctoral work, then the Master of Theological Studies degree is designed for you. You can earn your Master of Theological Studies online or on-ground (Southlake).
Meet the Director
Dr. Jason Moraff
Raised in an interfaith, multiethnic household, Dr. Jason Moraff became interested in biblical studies when he realized that, as a Jewish follower of Jesus, he interpreted the Bible, particularly the New Testament, differently from his Gentile Christian peers. In his academic work and in the classroom, Dr. Moraff seeks to address anti-Judaism in Christian theology and preaching, and to develop non-supersessionist New Testament interpretation. He loves helping students mature as disciples of Jesus who serve faithfully in the Body of Messiah and the world. Dr. Moraff enjoys sports, music, the outdoors, and spending time with his wonderful wife and two daughters.
Why The King's
- Spirit-formed leaders training Spirit-formed leaders. Given that many of our credentialed faculty are actively involved in ministry, their teaching comes from a perspective of applied knowledge.
- Whole-person formation. For us, it’s not just about what you learn, it’s about who you become. We believe your transformation for ministry should include deepening your walk with Jesus.
- Culture of worship and prayer. It could be the prayer room, weekly chapel, a classroom, or just a hallway – wherever it occurs, we live a life of prayer and worship.
- Community of care. Whether you take classes online or on-ground, soul care from faculty, staff, and peers extends from the classroom into your daily life.
- Growth in difference. When you get into a classroom with different generations, ethnicities, experiences, and faith journeys, you grow both personally and spiritually. You maintain your difference, but you grow in unity.
Program Purpose
- Develop students of character who can teach and write effectively with spiritual vibrancy and academic excellence.
- Cultivate critical yet charitable thinkers who approach biblical and theological study as worship to be done in prayer and within community.
- Form faithful pastor-teachers who build bridges between the church and the academy from a Renewalist and post-supersessionist perspective.
- Instill in students a holistic approach to biblical and theological studies and the value of engaging diverse perspectives.
- Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful pursuit of a doctoral degree in biblical or theological studies.
Learning Objectives/Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the program, students will be able to:
- Interpret Scripture within its historical, cultural, literary, and theological contexts from a renewal and post-supersessionist perspective.
- Evaluate biblical and theological scholarship in a critical, charitable, and constructive manner.
- Compose informed biblical and theological research in service of the academy and the church.
- Analyze biblical and theological questions with an awareness of the universal church and renewal ethos to contribute to the health and mission of the church.
- Demonstrate readiness for doctoral studies in biblical or theological studies.
Curriculum
BIBLICAL STUDIES 9 HOURS
| BIBL 5301 | Old Testament Introduction | 3 |
| BIBL 5302 | New Testament Introduction | 3 |
| BIBL 5340 | Biblical Hermeneutics | 3 |
THEOLOGICAL/HISTORICAL STUDIES 12 HOURS
| BIBD 5311 | Christian Theology I | 3 |
| BIBD 5312 | Christian Theology II | 3 |
| BIBH 5302 | Christian History and Renewal I | 3 |
| BIBH 5303 | Christian History and Renewal II | 3 |
BIBLICAL LANGUAGE 6 HOURS
| BGRK 5301 OR BHEB 5301 | Greek I OR Hebrew I | 3 |
| BGRK 5302 OR BHEB 5302 | Greek II OR Hebrew II | 3 |
SPIRITUAL FORMATION 3 HOURS
| BIBM 5330 |
Theological Formation and Vocation |
3 |
MASTER’S THESIS AND RESEARCH 6 HOURS
| BIBD 6327 | Theological Research | 3 |
| BIBD 7350 | Master’s Thesis | 3 |
OPEN ELECTIVES 12 HOURS
