The Master of Divinity degree is a 60 core curriculum semester hour and is specifically designed to train experienced pastors or teachers, and is well-suited for those intending to advance into the M..Div or Th.D. program. 

This course takes an expository approach to the major developmental study in the history of redemption: creation, covenant, promise, and fulfillment of the promises and covers on into the church history. 

The reason that Master of Divinity is commonly used for those looking to become ordained is because the degree type differs from those of Master of Theological Studies and Master of Arts in Theology because it covers practical and pastoral classes, both of which aren’t usually covered in any other degree aside from a divinity degree. Through all of these degree types, the education you receive will make you learned in all of the Christian traditions that are necessary to know in order to earn a job or vocation within the ministry. You will also learn about language that is specific to the Christian scriptures that will help whenever faced with job duties that require the usage of that language either as a minister or simply in scholarly pursuits related to Christian teachings and theology.

Over one-half of the program is Biblical exposition. Students may complete the program at their own rate of pace. The program is very accessible to both full-time and busy pastors, leaders, layman, etc with all courses being available through the VBS Distance Education Formats.

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