Christian Studies

An undergraduate Certificate in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies is an incredible way to:
-add a second major to your undergraduate degree at another institution;
-increase your effectiveness as a church lay leader; and
-become equipped to share God’s Truth at home and in the workplace.

Program Completion Plan
Certificate in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies
30 Credits
Completion Time: 2 Semesters

Christian Core Courses
CS 101 Foundations of Faith
BS 101 Old Testament Survey
BS 102 New Testament Survey
CS 102 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 103 Prayer & Spiritual Direction
CS 201 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 202: The Great Commission: Discipleship

Christian Studies Courses
1 Christian Studies course

Faith-in-Action Apprenticeship
FIA 201 Christian Ethics
FIA 250 Apprenticeship in Action

Students who earn an Associate of Arts in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies can:
-develop a strong understanding of their identity in Christ before they pursue a career in any field; and
-complete general education undergraduate courses (science, English, mathematics, humanities) in a safe environment that honors and fortifies their Christian worldview.

Program Completion Plan
Associate of Arts in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies
61 Credits
Completion Time: 4-5 Semesters

Christian Core Courses
CS 101 Foundations of Faith
BS 101 Old Testament Survey
BS 102 New Testament Survey
CS 102 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 103 Prayer & Spiritual Direction
CS 201 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 202: The Great Commission: Discipleship

General Education Requirements
College Success
English Composition
Foreign Language or Biblical Language
Mathematics or Natural Sciences
Behavioral or Social Sciences
Humanities or Fine Arts

Christian Studies Courses
CC 352 God’s Design for Sexual Wholeness or CS 351 Spiritual Warfare & Victory in Christ
3 additional Biblical Studies courses
3 additional Christian Studies courses

Faith-in-Action Apprenticeship
FIA 201 Christian Ethics
FIA 250 Apprenticeship in Action

A Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies:
-will equip students to effectively serve in pastoral ministry, Christian education, missions, or as employees of volunteer service agencies; and
-may qualify students for ordination in some denominations.

Program Completion Plan
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies
121 Credits
Completion Time: 8-9 Semesters

Christian Core Courses (21 credits)
CS 101 Foundations of Faith
BS 101 Old Testament Survey
BS 102 New Testament Survey
CS 102 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 103 Prayer & Spiritual Direction
CS 201 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 202: The Great Commission: Discipleship

General Education Requirements (31 credits)
College Success
English Composition
2 Foreign Language or Biblical Languages
Mathematics or Natural Sciences
Behavioral or Social Sciences
Humanities course or Fine Arts
4 General Education elective courses

Christian Studies Courses (36 credits)
BS 350 Systematic Theology
BS 351 Inductive Bible Study
CC 352 God’s Design for Sexual Wholeness
CS 351 Spiritual Warfare & Victory in Christ
2 additional Biblical Studies courses
4 additional Christian Studies or Biblical Studies courses

Electives (18 credits)
6 elective courses

Faith-in-Action Apprenticeship (15 credits)
FIA 201 Christian Ethics
12 additional FIA credits

The Master’s Certificate in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies is a perfect way to build expertise in a variety of specialized areas of study, such as Spiritual Formation, Evangelism, Christian Studies, Biblical Studies, and more!

Program Completion Plan
Master’s Certificate in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies
15 Credits
Completion Time: 2 Semesters

Christian Studies
CS 603 Personal Spiritual Formation
CS 504 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 505: The Great Commission: Discipleship
2 additional Christian Studies courses

Spiritual Formation
CS 603 Personal Spiritual Formation
CC 501 Psychology & Theology
CS 502 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 503 Prayer & Spiritual Direction

Evangelism
CS 620 Missional Spiritual Formation
CS 504 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 552 Apologetics
2 additional Christian Studies or Intercultural Studies courses

Marketplace Ministry
CS 603 Personal Spiritual Formation
CS 504 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 505: The Great Commission: Discipleship
CS 502 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CC 501 Psychology & Theology

A Master of Arts in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies:
-will equip students to effectively serve as church pastors and leaders of missions and service organizations; and
-should qualify students for ordination in many denominations.

Program Completion Plan
Master of Arts in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Christian Studies
60 Credits
Completion Time: 4-5 Semesters

Christian Core Courses
College Success
BS 501 Old Testament Survey
BS 502 New Testament Survey
CS 502 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 503 Prayer & Spiritual Direction
CS 504 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 505: The Great Commission: Discipleship

Christian Studies Courses
BS 550 Systematic Theology
BS 551 Inductive Bible Study
CS 531 Church History
CS 551 Spiritual Warfare & Victory in Christ or CC 552 God’s Design for Sexual Wholeness
2 semesters of Hebrew or Greek language
2 additional Biblical Studies courses
2 additional Christian Studies courses

Faith-in-Action Apprenticeship
FIA 501 Christian Ethics
Master’s Thesis or Capstone Project
5 credits Apprenticeship in Action

A Master of Divinity with a concentration in Christian Studies will:
-prepare students with a strong theological foundation for the pragmatic aspects of leadership in the church or other types of ministry settings;
-provide students for effective leadership across a broad range of ministry areas;
-equip students with a solid specialization in the area of Christian Studies;
-qualify students for admission to doctorate-level studies such as a DMin or Ph.D.; and
-make students eligible for ordination in most denominations.

Program Completion Plan:
Master of Divinity with a concentration in Christian Studies
90 Credits
Completion Time: 7-8 Semesters

Christian Core Courses
College Success
BS 501 Old Testament Survey
BS 502 New Testament Survey
CS 502 His Creation: Identity in Christ
CS 503 Prayer & Spiritual Direction
CS 504 The Great Commission: Evangelism
CS 505: The Great Commission: Discipleship

Program Core Courses
BS 550 Systematic Theology
BS 551 Inductive Bible Study
CS 531 Church History
CS 551 Spiritual Warfare & Victory in Christ
CS 603 Personal Spiritual Formation
CC 501 Psychology & Theology
IC 510 World Religions & Cross-Cultural Ministry or IC 520 Perspectives on the World Christian Movement
ED 602 The Art & Science of Teaching
WA 575 Biblical Foundations of Worship
TL 512 The Dynamics of Leadership

Christian Studies Courses
CC 552 God’s Design for Sexual Wholeness
5 additional Christian Studies or Biblical Studies courses
2 semesters of Hebrew or Greek language

Faith-in-Action Apprenticeship
FIA 501 Christian Ethics
8 credits Apprenticeship in Action