Strengthen Your Ministry Through In-Depth Biblical Study with Liberty’s MDiv in Christian Ministries – Biblical Interpretation
Enhance your ability to interpret Scripture and build a stronger biblical foundation for ministry with Liberty University’s Master of Divinity (MDiv) in Christian Ministries – Biblical Interpretation. Designed for current and aspiring pastors, ministry leaders, and scholars who desire a more robust engagement with the Bible, this program offers advanced coursework in hermeneutics and exegesis to support thoughtful, effective ministry rooted in Scripture.
This MDiv degree emphasizes the development of key interpretive skills, including analyzing biblical texts within their historical and cultural settings, drawing theological applications for today’s ministry challenges, and clearly communicating Scripture’s meaning. Courses in Old and New Testament studies, biblical languages like Greek and Hebrew, and hermeneutical methods aim to deepen your comprehension of the Bible’s structure and message.
In addition to focused study of the Bible, the MDiv in Christian Ministries – Biblical Interpretation includes training in topics like pastoral counseling, intercultural engagement, biblical multiplication, and critical issues facing the Church. These elements are designed to help you prepare to apply your academic studies in real-world ministry settings, which you’ll have the opportunity to do during the included practicum. Whether your calling involves preaching, teaching, biblical scholarship, or another aspect of ministry, our aim is to help you grow in your ability to faithfully and effectively serve the Church. Partner with us and pursue your ministry goals!
Accreditation
Your seminary degree is approved by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (ATS) and has met rigorous accreditation standards. You can feel confident that your degree is both academically excellent and well-respected among churches, ministries, and nonprofit organizations.
Award-Winning Campus
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education that equips students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence helped us rank as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Why Choose Liberty’s MDiv in Christian Ministry Degree – Biblical Interpretation?
Enrolling in Liberty University’s Master of Divinity in Christian Ministries – Biblical Interpretation degree gives you the opportunity to receive a rigorous education that combines academic depth with spiritual formation. Liberty is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), demonstrating our commitment to excellence.
Our dedication to Christian principles is woven into our mission to Train Champions for Christ. Our faculty can provide you with valuable insight from their work in pastoral leadership, academic scholarship, and ministry training, offering a well-rounded perspective rooted in both knowledge and faith. By pursuing your degree at Liberty, you can become better equipped to serve with integrity in your local church, academic community, or ministry field.
The residential format of this MDiv program means you can engage in a vibrant campus experience that offers opportunities to build relationships with dedicated professors and fellow students who are passionate about biblical truth. Studying in person allows you to attend Campus Community gatherings, engage in meaningful class discussions, and benefit from mentorship by spiritual leaders who are invested in your development.
You’ll also have access to a wide variety of resources designed to enhance your studies, including state-of-the-art facilities, expansive research resources, and opportunities for hands-on ministry training. Our immersive approach to education can help you apply what you learn in the classroom to real-life ministry settings.
What’s the difference between the biblical interpretation and advanced biblical interpretation degree tracks?
Liberty’s MDiv in Christian Ministries offers a biblical interpretation track and an advanced biblical interpretation track. For the most part, these 2 specializations cover the same courses and topics of study. The only difference is that the advanced biblical interpretation track includes a thesis component, while the biblical interpretation track does not.
This means you can pick the option that best suits your interests and career goals! If you’d like to do a deep dive into a particular divinity topic, conduct scholarly research, and demonstrate your expertise by writing a thesis, the advanced biblical interpretation track may be right for you. Alternatively, if you’re looking to complete a slightly shorter course of study that lets you hone your knowledge of Scripture and prepare for potential doctoral studies without needing to complete a thesis, the regular biblical interpretation track may be a better fit.
What Will You Study in Our MDiv Degree in Christian Ministry – Biblical Interpretation?
This Master of Divinity program offers a well-rounded curriculum that spans key areas of ministry, theology, and biblical scholarship. You’ll study topics such as apologetics, hermeneutics, spiritual formation, leadership, pastoral counseling, and systematic theology. The program also provides opportunities to examine Church history and engage with major contemporary challenges facing the Church. In-depth exploration of both the Old and New Testaments can help you uncover significant biblical themes, theological messages, and practical applications.
The biblical interpretation specialization places a strong emphasis on biblical languages. You’ll study New Testament Greek, including grammar, vocabulary, syntax, pronunciation, and translation. You can also learn how to apply exegetical principles to select Greek texts. In your Hebrew studies, you’ll explore grammar, syntactical principles, and the application of exegetical principles to select readings from the Hebrew Old Testament. These courses are designed to strengthen your ability to read and interpret Scripture in its original context.
The program also includes a practicum, which provides a practical opportunity to engage in various aspects of ministry within a local ministry or parachurch context. This practicum course is designed to help you turn theoretical knowledge into real-world application, offering a transformative learning experience that can help equip you for active participation and leadership within your faith community.
View the Degree Completion Plan (coming soon) and check out our featured courses below for more information!
Featured Biblical Interpretation Courses
NGRK 620 – Greek Syntax
NGRK 641 – Greek Exegesis
OTCL 520 – Beginning Hebrew I
OTCL 640 – Hebrew Syntax and Exegesis
Highlights of Our MDiv in Christian Ministry Program – Biblical Interpretation
- As part of your MDiv degree, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in various aspects of ministry within a local ministry or parachurch context. Our students have served with churches and organizations like Hume Lake, the International Mission Board, Second Baptist Houston, and Samaritan’s Purse.
- At Liberty, you’ll study under faculty who are theologians as well as authors, speakers, and researchers. They are committed to defending the authority of Scripture and conservative evangelical theology.
- Our Scriptorium houses the Rawlings Foundation’s rare books collection valued at over $1 million, a 111-foot-long Torah scroll that dates back to the 16th century, and a functioning replica of the Gutenberg Printing Press.
- We offer multiple scholarship opportunities, including the Keesee Scholarship.
- Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
MDiv in Christian Ministries Degree – Biblical Interpretation Information
- Residential
- 78 total credit hours
- Transfer in up to 50% of your total degree
- This program falls under the Liberty Theological Seminary
- View the Degree Completion Plan (coming soon)
- View our course catalog
Potential Career Opportunities for Graduates of Our MDiv Degree in Christian Ministry – Biblical Interpretation
- Bible translator
- Biblical languages teacher
- Biblical scholar
- Christian educator
- Pastor
- Professor
- Writer/author for biblical studies, divinity, ministry, etc.
Admission Requirements for Our MDiv in Christian Ministries Degree
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.0 GPA or higher
- John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Questionnaire
- Pastoral recommender contact information
- Self-certification form (for students who are in the final term of their bachelor’s degree)
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
