Master of Arts in Theological Studies

Program Learning Outcomes for Theological Studies

Upon successful completion of this degree program the student will be able to:

1. Revelation and Mission
   Discuss the flow of biblical revelation through the Old and New Testaments, especially as it relates to the redemptive mission of God’s people throughout the world.
2. Bridge the Horizons
   Construct an interpretive paradigm for bridging the horizons between the ancient biblical text and the contemporary world.
3. Extract Biblical Teaching
   Demonstrate an ability extract and construct the biblical teaching on a given topic or doctrine that respects the progress of revelation within the biblical canon and employs sound principles of biblical interpretation.
4. Construct Biblical Responses

Analyze contemporary socio-cultural challenges from society and construct biblically informed, relevant responses to those challenges that are faithful to historic Christian faith.

5. Issues and People in BTh
   Identify and discuss the major issues and key figures in church history, biblical interpretation and theology in light of the mission of God.
6. Pentecostalism
   Explain the historical trends and doctrines of Pentecostalism, and assess their contribution to theological developments both past and present.
7. Critical Methods
   Critique the various methods and critical approaches to biblical interpretation of both the Old and New Testaments and assess their positive contributions and limitations for biblical exegesis.
8. Application
   Seek to apply biblical/theological foundations and critique to current ministry practices within specific ministry contexts.