Bethel Seminary’s Master of Divinity program is for you. The M.Div. is designed to guide students in a process of growth through cognitive studies, skill courses and experiences, counseling and community life that leads to self-understanding and spiritual maturity.
We develop ministry leaders who have knowledge of the Christian faith, give evidence of emotional and spiritual maturity, relate to others with integrity, possess skills for ministry, and meet the educational requirements for ordination.
Specifically, graduates of the program:
- Understand the contents of the Old and New Testaments and interpret the Scriptures using appropriate methods
- Have knowledge of the Church’s history and theology of the Church
- Formulate theological positions with awareness of past and present alternatives
- Are committed to the evangelism and discipleship of all peoples in various cultural contexts
- Are sensitive to ethical problems and oppose social injustice
- Understand and are skilled in preaching, evangelism, teaching and counseling
- Are able to develop, administer, and evaluate programs and ministries
- Model the practice of prayer, worship, a servant attitude and personal discipleship
- Are lifelong learners
Students leave prepared for professional ministry serving as pastors, youth directors, and missionaries. Learn more about the program to take a look at sample courses and course delivery methods.
