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I can’t say enough about my
experience with Master’s. I truly appreciate the opportunity that MISD
allows full-time ministers to further their education. The vision for
ministry to ministers is a blessing sent from God. My seminary studies
have been a source of enlightenment and delightful discovery.
I found the courses to be
straight-forward and practical. There is no unnecessary work, nor is there
any burdensome work. Every assignment is concise enough to fit into the
schedule of a busy pastor. It is all relevant training that five-fold
ministers can learn, apply, and begin to re-teach to their churches.
The format of internet-based
education is well ahead of other outdated forums of learning. Taking
advantage of modern technology for the training of ministers is ingenious,
and I believe it will be that very aspect that sets MISD apart from other
seminaries. The cost of tuition is also very reasonable. No other
institute offers such quality education for such a reasonable price.
My only suggestion would be
that MISD continue to strive for excellence in the education of ministers.
I would recommend that they stay on the cutting edge of technology and
continually update their internet resources. Large portions of
the information contained in this degree program have ended up, or will
end up, in my pastoral teaching to my congregation. The benefits to me
personally will, without a doubt, bless those who sit under my ministry.
My ability to effectively equip the saints for the work of the ministry as
prescribed by Ephesians 4:12, has been enhanced. The result is a more
effectively prepared church, ready and willing to reach people with the
Gospel of Jesus Christ. I will continue to pursue wisdom through the
anointed courses at MISD.
My overall experience in the
Master of Ministry program is one that I will never forget. I look forward
to continuing my education in the doctoral program with MISD.
Kyle Hoover
"Truly we serve an awesome
God. While attending an Master's seminar, I received a call informing me
that my youngest son (17) had taken an overdose of drugs and was found
lying unconscious on the deck of his house. He was rigid and motionless
with the paramedics efforts producing no response.
Thank God for Dr. Bill Hines (our instructor), who prayed with me and
helped me organize my shattered thoughts. I also praise God that Dr.
Matthew Crandall had not left to go home yet and drove me to the airport.
Before he would let me out of the car, he prayed with me, gave me his
phone numbers in case I needed anything and gave me a box of tissues
(since tears were flowing freely). I truly appreciate the Master's staff
and particularly these two Godly men of action. I love them dearly.
Six hours later, my oldest son picked me up at the airport. As I flew to
Atlanta, I began to get a glimpse of the pain and emptiness God must have
felt when He allowed His son to die for me, enduring wrath, anger,
disappointment and sin meant for me. Thank God for His grace and mercy!
Along the way, I asked my son where we were going, expecting the answer to
be a local mortuary. He stated, “The Hospital!” Our prayers had been
answered and Robert spared. He was in ICU in critical condition and still
very rigid when I walked into the room. The doctor told me that the next
48 hours were critical to his recovery and to expect some brain damage.
How much he could not say. My oldest son and I laid hands on him and
prayed. I still can’t tell you what I did exactly or what I prayed since I
was on spiritual auto-pilot.
Three days later (appropriately enough?), Robert was pronounced alive and
well with NO brain damage. Our God is a miracle working God! As a matter
of fact, Robert is one of the top students in his senior class. He is
still seeing a Biblical Counselor in Atlanta and doing very well. Glory
and Praises to our incredible God!"
Barry Barnes, Senior VP of
Sales
Highland Capital Brokerage
Lay Biblical Counselor
"My wife and I have really
enjoyed being part of the Alumni of Master's. We are full-time Pastors /
Church Planters, and we do not really have much time for a "traditional"
classroom environment. We have found that Master's International School of
Divinity offers a wide variety of programs suitable to any ministry. We
took advantage of the program that allows your spouse to study with you.
The tuition plan was very reasonable, and we were unexpectedly blessed
with the finances to cover it, shortly after our decision to enroll.
The material is well organized, and this self-paced program is exactly
what we need at this time.
Since enrolling at Master's,
we find our time is more structured and we have a greater focus in our
biblical studies. I firmly believe our ministry has been "taken up a
notch." We plan on pursuing this program to the Doctoral level, as
finances become available. We feel that this school is very considerate
and sensitive about "husband and wife" teams who minister together. The
staff at Master's is very dedicated to helping their students with a
"Christ-like" attitude.
Whenever we have a question,
they are always very helpful and efficient in their response. We firmly
recommend this school to all ministers and laymen/women seeking to advance
their education and deepen their relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ.
The diligent study of the Word will yield eternal rewards. And we believe
that whoever chooses Master's International School of Divinity will be
truly blessed as they pursue "excellence" in education!"
Pastors Paul & Deborah
Montecinos
"Consider
it all joy,” James tells us when facing trails. Finishing my education had
become a trial in my life. A very close friend and the person God chose to
help bring salvation into my life talked to me. He reminded me about
perseverance and endurance in my life, if I persevered I could finish my
education.
Receiving the Lord’s call to salvation a few years before, had given me a
greater desire to please Christ, my Lord and Savior. Over the years I had
not applied myself as I should have. I never had that desire to persevere,
when it came to finishing my education. I’m in the senior years of my
life, and I had often asked myself, what is the need for a degree now? At
the same time I felt a little inferior in some ways, these were thoughts
and doubts of my own.
Working
as an instructor, teacher, and biblical counselor, at Rod & Staff
Ministries brought the desire to complete my degree. Also, came the
questions of how do you do this and work full time. The time to go to
classes and the hours of study would be very demanding on a person working
full time. I had started college three times and had to dropout for this
very reason.
The
confident counselors and the very informative Class Bulletins helped me to
see the possibilities of completing my education. The off-campus studies
allowed me to work at my own pace, to study and listen to the class
lectures when it was convenient to my schedule. To apply other credits
from prior studies and credit for life experiences was very helpful. This
allowed me to complete my Bachelors degree in Biblical Counseling and to
go on to complete my Masters of Practical Divinity in Biblical
Counseling.
The
degree programs and the special certification courses are in place to help
men and women just like me called to Christian Ministry. Master's
International School of Divinity presents a quality, Christ-centered
program, with some of the most qualified instructors in their field. I
personally was very impressed with the instructors and the materials at
Master's International School of Divinity. I would recommend MISD to
anyone needing to finish their education or needing off campus studies to
fit within their schedule. James was right it was a joy Jesus gave me,
when I finish my education, and received my degree."
Michael C. Rider, M.Min.
"Master's International School of Divinity has
one of the most challenging and rewarding programs of its caliber. The
courses are appropriately intense and entail among the highest standards I
have encountered ranging from a Bachelor of Science through a Specialist
Degree in School Administration.
When I began my doctoral level
studies, I didn't expect much more than a little reading and writing. To
my surprise, I found myself devoting hours and hours to my studies. Quite
simply, the more I worked, the more I gained from my work. I worked hard,
and was greatly rewarded in the education that I received. For these
reasons, I highly recommend Master's International School of Divinity."
Dr. Estes Taplin,
Superintendent of Education
South Delta School District
Rolling Fork, MS
"I just
finished my Doctorate program and wanted to let you know how much I
enjoyed my experience with the Master's International School of Divinity.
The opportunity your program gave me to tailor a doctoral program to
complement my prior experience with my career ambitions was extremely
helpful, not to mention the ability within the program to accelerate the
learning process. The Master's International School of Divinity has
allowed me to quickly gain the necessary knowledge I needed, at my own
pace, with a meaningful graduate degree. Thank you for helping me to
become a better prepared vessel to serve our Lord and Savior Jesus
Christ."
In His Service and to His Glory
Dr. David J. Tanner, President & CEO
First Strategy Group
"There seems to be two
models of education today. One model emphasizes "know-how," the
other emphasizes "how-we-know." The Master's Schools approach seems
to fit the "how-we-know" model, in that the students are led to reflect
deeply on their course work, to ask reflective questions, and to seek
deeper answers. This leads to personal growth, deeper commitment,
and better mentoring of the students ministries.
I would think that most who enroll at the Master's Schools are there to
become better equipped to minister in today's world. With the
Master's Schools approach of making their graduates into life-long
learners through the “Life-Long Learning Contract”, the result is not just
a better practitioner, the graduate becomes a better person in the
process. As far as I know The Master's School is unique in offering
to it's graduates the powerful opportunity to continually deepen their
biblical and spiritual awareness at no further cost (except mailing and
handling)."
Dr. Archie Miller, Pastor
Orcutt Christian Church
Santa Maria, CA
"My experience as a student has
been a tremendous blessing in my life. Through the excellent
lectures, which are very sound exegetically, I am equipped to minister and
witness to people at all spiritual levels.
The
professors provide more accurate, valuable information on each audio
tape---approximately one hour in length---than I have received in any
three-hour classroom lecture that I've attended in undergraduate through
doctoral level accredited university programs. All of the lectures
contain important, illuminating and practical information. The tapes
allow the student to review the teaching as desired, and afford the
convenience of fitting the program into one's busy schedule.
Completing the assignments was very rewarding and enriching experience, as
I am subsequently empowered to tackle the challenging issues and tasks of
the ministry to which God has called me. I thank Him for Master's
International School of Divinity!"
Dr.
Taylor A. Baker, Jr.
District Coordinator, Adult and Community Education
Collier County Public School, FL
"Your school has given me the chance to earn a degree that I would not
have had otherwise. I have been receiving emails from people asking
about the school and if I would do this again. "Most definitely" is my
response to them. I have nothing but positive things to say about y'all.
You have helped me achieve my goals in ministry and I am so grateful for
that! I have just received my Doctor of Biblical Studies degree, what an
incredible thrill that was!! I have all of my degrees framed and on the
wall, they mean a great deal to me.
Thank you all and God Bless
Dr. Troy Underwood
"I am
currently enrolled in the Bachelor program for Biblical Counseling. I have
had the privilege to minister to several married couples, helping them to
improve situations in their marriages. My husband, Scott, is also enrolled
in the Master's of Ministry degree program at MISD. Scott and I are
leading a Bible study small group in our church. I feel that your courses
at Master's are equipping us both to do work in His name. Thank you for
offering the relevant courses and for making it possible for student's
like myself to earn a degree doing home study. My church has a counseling
center and is awaiting the completion of my degree to add me to their
staff. I am so blessed to be able to help people find their way
closer to our God and Savior!"
In Christ,
Kathy Parker
"I
cannot express how the Master's degree has opened doors for my ministry. I
have a growing jail and community outreach ministry, and am now involved
with Angel Tree ministries. We have installed a full time Chaplain into
the county Jail system, and have been able with Gods help to fully support
this ministry by community contributions. God has opened the community to
allow us to reach many of the un-churched, and the back sliders for
Christ. The Holy Spirit is definitely active and working thru
Master's School."
A servant of Jesus Christ our Savior,
Pastor Philip Schaffner
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