Temple Baptist Seminary
Master of Divinity
The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) program is designed to prepare competent Bible expositors who are qualified to serve effectively as pastors or leaders in other Christian ministries, including the chaplaincy. The curriculum gives both a basic foundation for the work of the ministry and a balanced, well-rounded Biblical and theological perspective
Objectives
To enable the student to demonstrate:
- A thorough knowledge and understanding of the Bible as the verbally inspired Word of God and the infallible rule of faith
- Competence to do Biblical research, including exegesis in the Hebrew and Greek texts of the Bible
- An understanding of conservative Christian theology and skill in applying its tenets in ministry
- Competence in preaching and teaching the Bible effectively
- Knowledge of the Biblical foundations for the local church and ability to lead the various ministries of the local church
- A desire to be Christ-like and a burden for evangelism and missions
