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BIBLICAL PREACHING
PROGRAM
Why
This Program...Because God's Word has declared, "For after that
in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God, it pleased
God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe" (I
Corinthians 1:21 KJV). There is little question that the
return of Jesus Christ is closer today than ever. Most
Christians agree that His second coming cannot be far away.
Consequently, it is the work of Satan to weaken the pulpit and
reduce preaching to entertainment. As never before, our world
needs the clear and uncomplicated eternal Gospel sounded from
pulpits where Biblical truth is both uncompromising in message and
Spirit anointed in delivery. Graduates of the Master's
Biblical Preaching Program will be prepared to minister in the
finest tradition of Gospel proclamation, and to be used of God, as
was the Apostle Paul who declared, "But we preach Christ crucified"
(I Corinthians 1:23 KJV).
What
This Program Is...The master's and doctoral level Biblical
Preaching Program at Master's is unique in that unlike other degree
disciplines that offer residency seminars as an optional alternative
to regular online courses, these preaching programs require three
residency seminars of two day each. These seminars are
scheduled throughout the year in various locations across the United
States.
Who Should
Consider This Program...These
preaching programs are primarily designed for those who are already
serving in Christian ministry, especially pastors and
evangelists, and for those who wish to give attention to the gift of
preaching and teaching. The three intense yet practical
seminars afford the mature adult student with an opportunity for
faculty guided and peer review interaction designed to polish and
strengthen personal preaching skills. This program will serve
as the pinnacle of refinement for anyone called to preach.
Seminar Overview
for Master Level Students
Each seminar involves pre-seminar preparation culminating in
a two-day intensive small group seminar.
Word
Tools for Preaching WT-501 (seminar only)
This course is a hands-on effort to acquaint the student with
the best available scholarly tools that make the original
languages of Scripture accessible for study and exposition.
While it does not require expertise in Greek or Hebrew, it will
serve to acquaint the student with books, lexicons, theological
dictionaries, software and other tools that enable the student
to grasp the true meanings of the original languages, culture,
thought patterns and development that informed the text.
Preaching
Logically LP-501 (seminar only)
This course equips the student with an understanding of the
basics of logical argument and critical thinking. But it is not
designed to leave the student with just another set of terms and
facts. The real test of logical preaching is in its practice.
Therefore, the course will also allow the student to develop
logical arguments and present those arguments during the class,
drawing on the various logical arguments and critical thinking
methods from the texts.
Preaching
Practicum PP-501 (seminar only)
The purpose of this course is to provide the preaching student
with an opportunity to demonstrate through a faculty guided and
peer reviewed process the acquired skills of Biblical preaching.
Entire Program
Curriculum
Master
of Christian Studies
40 Credits Total
Orientation OR-MA
Philosophy of Ministry PH-501
Biblical Leadership BLG-5101
Prayer: Leadership Available to God BG-5104
Biblical Apologetics BA-501
Evidence for Biblical Inerrancy BI-501
Spiritual Warfare SW-501
Communication for Growth II CG-501
Word Tools for Preaching WT-501 (seminar)
Preaching Logically LP-501 (seminar)
Preaching Practicum PP-501 (seminar)
Bible Mastery BM-501
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Seminar Overview for
Doctoral Level Students
Each
seminar involves pre-seminar preparation culminating in a
two-day intensive small group seminar.
Exegetical
Tools for Effective Preaching ET-701 (seminar only)
This
advanced course is a hands-on effort to acquaint the student
with the best available scholarly tools that make the original
languages of Scripture accessible for study and exposition.
While it does not require expertise in Greek or Hebrew, it will
serve to acquaint the student with books, lexicons, theological
dictionaries, software and other tools that enable the student
to grasp the true meanings of the original languages, culture,
thought patterns and development that informed the text.
Logic and
Pulpit Communication LP-701 (seminar only)
This advanced course equips the student with an understanding of
the basics of logical argument and critical thinking. But it is
not designed to leave the student with just another set of terms
and facts. The real test of logical preaching is in its
practice. Therefore, the course will also allow the student to
develop logical arguments and present those arguments during the
class, drawing on the various logical arguments and critical
thinking methods from the texts.
Preaching
Practicum PP-701 (seminar only)
The purpose of this course is to provide the preaching student
with an opportunity to demonstrate through a faculty guided and
peer reviewed process the acquired skills of Biblical preaching.
Entire Program
Curriculum
Doctor
of Biblical Studies
44
credits
Orientation OR-DO
Prayer: Leadership Available to God BLG-7104
The Philosophical Problem of Evil PE-701
Readings In Biblical Preaching BPR-701
Leadership and the Practice of Spiritual Gifts BLG-7201
Application of Apologetics AAP-701
Exegetical Tools for Effective Preaching ET-701 (seminar)
Logic and Pulpit Communication LP-701 (seminar)
Preaching Practicum PP-701 (seminar only)
Doctoral Theology Project
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700
Doctor
of Ministry
34
credits
Orientation OR-DO
Prayer: Leadership Available to God BLG-7104
The Philosophical Problem of Evil PE-701
Readings In Biblical Preaching BPR-701
Leadership and the Practice of Spiritual Gifts BLG-7201
Application of Apologetics AAP-701
Exegetical Tools for Effective Preaching ET-701 (seminar)
Logic and Pulpit Communication LP-701 (seminar)
Preaching Practicum PP-701 (seminar only)
Research and Writing RW-700
Doctoral Writing Project DRP-700 |
Tuition Cost of Each Seminar
Unlike regular seminars
for which there is a corresponding direct distance education course,
there are no alternative courses for the three required preaching
seminars. Therefore, at the time of enrollment, the student is
not charged tuition for the three seminars. Tuition payment
for each seminar is paid upon actual registration for the seminar.
At that time a $50 Registration Fee is required (this reserves the
student's place at that particular seminar. The remaining
tuition is paid anytime prior to actually attending the seminar.
The remaining tuition for master's level students is $300, and for
doctoral level student, $350.
Frequently
Asked Questions...
Q.
How long does it take to complete the program?
A. The program is designed for the busy adult learner to be
able to graduate in about two to three years. However,
students are initially given a total of five years to complete the
entire program.
Q.
What are the housing arrangements for the seminars?
A. As with all of the seminars offered by Master's, events are
usually held in medium priced motel or hotel facilities located in
larger metropolitan areas. Click
HERE to review the
entire seminar information page.
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