Master of Arts in Teaching Bible

Master of Arts in Teaching Bible

Seminary and Graduate School of Religion

This program is designed for those who are interested in teaching Bible on the high school or institute level. It is also an excellent preparatory program for those wishing to pursue the master of divinity degree, the standard seminary degree for those preparing for the pastoral ministry.

Curriculum Highlights

  • New Testament Introduction
  • Old Testament Introduction
  • Christian Discipleship
  • Biblical Hermeneutics
  • Expository Sermon Preparation
  • Systematic Theology

For further details see complete major information: Master of Arts in Teaching Bible Personal Opportunity Profile PDF

You may also contact Admissions (1.800.BJ.AND.ME) to receive a printed copy of this information.

Key Courses

Philosophy of Education This course provides you with a foundation for a personal and biblical philosophy of education. It includes a comparison of important philosophies of education and their bearing upon educational theory. The class requires the student to write a personal philosophy of education based on the principles taught throughout the course.

Expository Sermon Preparation This course presents a step-by-step approach to the development of expository sermons, with examples drawn from varied forms of biblical literature in both the Old and New Testaments. Extensive preparation of expository sermons is a significant element of this class.

Systematic Theology In this course you will study the nature, necessity, methods, and materials of theology as well as the application of principles of systematic theology to the scriptural revelation about God, man, sin, Christ, salvation, the Church, and the end times, following a biblical dispensational hermeneutic.

Career Opportunities

The School of Religion extension office will assist you in finding positions for Christian service. Pastors, camp directors, mission board directors, and other recruiters often visit the campus to find personnel for their ministries. Graduates can be found serving the Lord in a wide variety of fields—from teaching to working on the mission field.