BA in Christian Ministries

The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministries prepares students to lead in church and parachurch ministries. It provides students with essential biblical, theological, and practical knowledge and skills needed to minister faithfully in the twenty-first century.

Objectives:

Upon graduating from the program, students should be able to:

• Interpret Scripture accurately in its literary, canonical, and historical context using the inductive Bible study method.
• Address contemporary challenges and questions in light of Scripture and classic Christian teaching, particularly Wesleyan-Arminian theology.
• Provide pastoral leadership and care in various ministry contexts.

MAJOR54 Hours

*24 credit hours at the 3000-level or above

Biblical Studies18

Biblical interpretation classes (e.g., Old Testament Interpretation, New Testament Interpretation) and biblical book or corpus studies (e.g., Pentateuch, Romans).

• Biblical interpretation electives6
• Old Testament book or corpus study3
• New Testament book or corpus study3
• Biblical studies electives6

Biblical Theology3

Biblical theology proper, biblical-theological approaches to select theological topics (e.g., sexuality), Christian hermeneutics.

Systematic and Historical Theology15

Systematic theology classes (e.g., Systematic Theology I), historical theology (e.g., Survey of Church History I), systematic and historical approaches to select theological topics (e.g., holiness).

Ministry18

• Ministry electives (preaching, worship, discipleship, evangelism, pastoral leadership, pastoral care, etc.)15
• MIN3025 Preaching I (Oral Comm. Elective)*3
  Introduces the principles and skills necessary to faithfully interpret and effectively communicate Scripture through preaching. Students complete practical application assignments and deliver sermons.