Location
On Campus, Online
Curriculum
75 credit hours
Program Length
as few as 36 months
Accreditation
Nationally Accredited by ATS
Prepare for a Life of Teaching and Ministry Leadership
If you have a deep passion for understanding, applying and effectively communicating the Scriptures, then CIU’s Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition program is designed with you in mind. 本课程旨在为您提供必要的技能和知识，以深刻而有影响力的方式与上帝的话语互动.
At the core of our program is a strong emphasis on Scripture. 我们相信圣经是最终的权威，是事工各方面的基础. Throughout your studies, you will delve into the depths of biblical interpretation, learning how to uncover the rich meaning and timeless truths within the Scriptures. This includes developing skills in exegesis, hermeneutics and biblical analysis, 使你能够准确地理解和应用神的话语到当代的问题和个人的生活.
Spiritual formation is vital for effective ministry, 而CIU的圣经阐释神学硕士课程在你的学习过程中整合了这一重要方面. You will be encouraged to deepen your own spiritual walk, 培养与神的个人关系，让神的话语改变你的生命. 这种整体的方法培育你的属灵成长，并预备你真诚地服事他人, compassion and wisdom.
我们精心设计的课程是为了预备你成为事工领袖和教导圣经的生活. You will engage in rigorous academic study, 探索不同的神学学科，全面了解圣经的原则和教义. Additionally, you will develop practical ministry skills, 学习如何在不同的环境和背景下有效地传达圣经.
In a rapidly changing world, 以圣经的方式思考，并通过圣经的镜头来引导我们社会的复杂性，这是至关重要的. 我们的圣经解说神学硕士课程将使您能够参与当代问题, 引导他人认识圣经真理，为信心和门徒训练提供坚实的基础.
By pursuing this degree, 你正在踏上一段变革之旅，它将把你塑造成一个知识渊博的人, skilled and competent minister of God's Word. You will be equipped to serve as a leader, teacher and shepherd, faithfully proclaiming the Scriptures and impacting lives for the glory of God. 我们的课程为您在不断变化的世界中应对事工的挑战和机遇做好准备, standing firm on the unchanging truth of God's Word.
Why Choose Columbia Biblical Seminary for this degree program:
Your education at Columbia Biblical Seminary will be thoroughly evangelical, taught by professors from a wide array of evangelical denominations. 我们坚决坚持正统，并致力于我们信仰的基本教义. At the same time, 我们重视福音派传统的多样性，并帮助您理解为什么不同的基督教传统相信他们在我们信仰的次要问题上所做的事情.
Furthermore, we emphasize the integration of biblical knowledge with ministry skills, enabling you to teach and disciple the whole person. 我们的教师是熟练的教师和学者谁是积极从事教会事工, missions and publishing. They will invest in you as a student, discipling you and walking alongside you on your journey into ministry.
Overall Benefits of the degree — what you can do with the degree:
我们的圣经解经硕士课程特别关注解经和圣经语言在解经中的应用, giving you the skills you need for careful interpretation of the biblical text. Whereas many institutions currently deemphasize the biblical languages, 我们相信圣经语言对于解释和教导圣经是至关重要的. Thus, 我们装备你的圣经文本注释忠实和胜任从原来的希腊和希伯来文文本, with special attention to the ancient world context in which the Bible was written.
我们的圣经解释神学硕士课程也将圣经的解释和交流与属灵的培养和事工技巧结合起来. It is not enough to simply know about God and the Bible, 你将学习在你的事工中，借着头的完全结合，体现基督和圣经, heart and hands.
For this reason, 你将学习如何在不同的事工环境中教导和应用圣经. Coursework in preaching and teaching, in addition to guided practice in your internship, 能让你有能力和信心在不同的环境中传讲圣经吗, for example: church services, small groups, Bible studies and Bible classes at private Christian schools.
Featured Faculty
What Will I Study?
In addition to the Master of Divinity core, you will take courses such as:
- INT 6110 Foundations of Internships
This course is intended as a prerequisite for other INT courses. 你要为实习做准备，制定一个清晰的学习计划，了解实习的期望, responsibilities, and activities associated with your internship experience. You must complete this course before you begin your internship. You do not need to secure an internship before enrolling in this course.
0.00 credit hours
- INT 6217 Focused Internship I
In this course, you will enhane your proficiency in ministry and organizational knowledge, skills, 在现场导师和指导老师的指导下，通过重点实习学习获得的态度. Each course involves at least 120 hours of direct ministry experience. (1.5)
1.50 credit hours
- INT 6218 Focused Internship II
In this course, you will enhane your proficiency in ministry and organizational knowledge, skills, 在现场导师和指导老师的指导下，通过重点实习学习获得的态度. Each course involves at least 120 hours of direct ministry experience. (1.5)
1.50 credit hours
- HOM 6390 Advanced Biblical Preaching
In this course, you will review basic homiletical methods, homiletical variety, series preaching, and annual planning. (3)
3.00 credit hours
- RES 7971 Master's Thesis
After submitting and defending a prospectus, as outlined in the SSM Master's Thesis Manual, you will research, write, 并在两名教师的指导下，完善学术论文的内容和形式(按手册规定). 这个过程将最终在一个由至少三名教员组成的指定委员会前为论文辩护.
3.00 credit hours
Admission Requirements
- completed application
- affirmation that you are a Christian and agree with CIU’s Statement of Faith
- official transcript(s) for completed bachelor’s degree(s) * +
- official transcript(s) for any graduate-level coursework +
- essay (approximately 800 words)
- church leader reference
- * If you have not completed an undergraduate bachelor’s degree, you can still potentially apply for admission in accordance with CIU’s Non-Baccalaureate Policy.
- + If you have attended a school outside of the United States, you must have your transcripts validated through World Education Services.
International applicants also need:
- 提交下列标准化英语考试成绩之一:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (minimum score of 79)
- DuoLingo (minimum score of 105)
- completed educational background form (provided after application submission)
- financial certification of funds form (provided after application submission)
Accreditation and Accolades
Potential ministry opportunities for graduates include:
- Pastor (Teaching, Senior, Associate, etc.)
- Bible Teacher
- Bible Curriculum Author/Designer
- Academic Ministry
- Bible Translator
- What are the student learning objectives for the MDiv in Bible Exposition?
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The Master of Divinity in Bible Exposition will enable students to:
- 在圣经语言的基础上练习正确的圣经文本注释和阐述
- 分析并制定一个与生活和职业环境相关的属灵培育计划
- Identify and analyze cultural issues and dynamics
- Explain and apply principles of ministry leadership
- Apply knowledge, 在现场导师和指导老师的指导下，与所选职业召唤相关的态度和技能
- What career opportunities are available with an MDiv in Bible Exposition?
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- Pastor (Teaching, Senior, Associate, etc.)
- Bible Teacher
- Bible Curriculum Author/Designer
- Academic Ministry
- Bible Translator
- Can I take this program residentially, online or both?
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Our MDiv Bible Exposition is fully available either residentially or online. All of the required courses are offered in both formats.
As a residential student, you will benefit from close interaction with professors and other students, building relationships that can support you for a lifetime of ministry. Classes are designed around block schedules, 如果你在工作或服事的同时还在上课，你的灵活性是什么. Residential students have the option to take courses online if they wish.
As an online student, 您将受益于在有意学习社区的背景下促进学习的课程. We recognize that not everyone can uproot themselves and move to seminary. For this reason, all our courses are asynchronous. 这允许你在学习课程的同时继续在你所在的地方工作和服务. At the same time, you will be provided with opportunities to have regular, live online meetings with your professors and classmates, if you so desire.
- How long does this program take?
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Residential courses follow a 16-week semester format, with two semesters per calendar year (Fall and Spring). Thus, residential students can complete this program in about three years (full time, taking three courses per semester) or in about five years (part time, taking two courses per semester).
Online courses follow an eight-week term format, with six terms per calendar year (Spring 1, Spring 2, Summer 1, Summer 2, Fall 1, Fall 2). Online students can complete this program in about two years (full time, taking two courses per online term) or in about four years (part time, taking one course per online term).
Hybrid students can complete this program in about three years.
- When can I start this program?
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Residential courses follow a 16-week semester format and have two starts every year. The spring semester begins in January and the fall semester begins in August, with a break for summer in between semesters.
Online courses follow an eight-week term format and have six starts every year. Every eight weeks is a new start, meaning there are two online terms offered each spring, summer and fall.
- How much does this program cost?
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CIU’s Master of Divinity is economical and affordable. Visit Tuition and Fees for information on program costs.
- Is Bible software provided to me as a student?
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Yes, upon enrolling in your first course, 您将收到一份专业级别的圣经软件，为您在哥伦比亚圣经神学院的学习定制. You may keep this this software upon graduation.
- Will this degree prepare me for a PhD program?
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是的，这个学位是迈向圣经或神学研究博士学位的良好基础. 这些领域的博士需要熟悉圣经语言和研究技能, 这两者都是圣经释经部强调的，是进一步研究的基础.