Master of Divinity Programs
completed by the end of the semester prior to taking “Thesis First Draft.” See the Talbot graduate student handbook for details. Concentrations & Curriculum Master of Divinity Christian Ministry & Leadership Alternative For students anticipating a career teaching in higher education, any of the following courses:
6. Doctrine. Comprehend and apply to ministry situations the doctrines of systematic theology including the Doctrinal Statement of Talbot School of Theology. 7. Biblical Application . Demonstrate the ability to convey and apply truths of Scripture to his or her own and others’ lives in effective ministry. 8. Communicating the Word . Communicate the Word of God effectively to hearers. 9. Servant Leadership . Practice and train others for servant leadership. 10. Love for People . Develop a love for and commitment to serving God’s people. First Year Fall Semester (17 Credits) TTBE 517 Hermeneutics & Bible Study Methods Credit(s): 3. TTBE 519 Survey of Genesis - Malachi Credit(s): 3. TTNT 503 Introduction to Exegesis Credit(s): 3. TTNT 501 and TTNT 502 are required for students without prior Greek study. TTPT 591 Introduction to Field Education Credit(s): 1. TTSF 501 Introduction to Spiritual Theology and Formation Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTSF 501 must be taken for 3 credits. TTSS 510 Theological Research Methodologies Credit(s): 1. TTTH 511 Theology I - Introduction: Revelation & Nature of God Credit(s): 3. Spring Semester (18 Credits) TTBE 520 Survey of Matthew - Revelation Credit(s): 3. TTHT 506 Reformation & Modern Theology Credit(s): 3. TTNT 604 Exegesis in the Gospels Credit(s): 3. TTPT 510 Evangelism & Follow-Up Credit(s): 3. TTPT 592 Field Education II Credit(s): 0. TTSF 503 Personal Foundations for Spiritual Formation Credit(s): 2 - 3. TTSF 503 must be taken for 3 credits. TTSF 505 Talbot Spiritual Direction Credit(s): 0. TTTH 512 Theology II - Works of God, Angels, Man & Sin Credit(s): 3. Second Year Fall Semester (17 Credits) ISCL 555 Introduction to World Missions Credit(s): 3. TTHT 505 Patristic & Medieval Theology Credit(s): 3. TTOT 603 Elements of Hebrew I Credit(s): 3. TTPT 609 Expository Preaching Credit(s): 3. TTPT 691 Field Education III Credit(s): 0. TTPT 707 Foundations of Pastoral Care & Counseling Credit(s): 2. TTSF 504 Spiritual Formation, Vocation, & the Disciplines Credit(s): 0. TTTH 613 Theology III - Christ, Salvation & the Spirit Credit(s): 3.
Educational Practicum Educational Practicum I
Credit(s): 1.
TTCE 790 OR TTCE 791
Credit(s): 1.
or
Educational Practicum Educational Practicum II
Credit(s): 1.
TTCE 790 OR TTCE 792
Credit(s): 1.
may replace: TTPT 791
Field Internship Field Internship
Credit(s): 0 - 2.
TTPT 792 Credit(s): 0 - 2. A written faculty advisor-approved petition must be filed with the Office of the Registrar. Master of Divinity Bible Exposition Alternative For one of the four required Bible Exposition courses excluding those listed below, the student may substitute three credits of Greek or Hebrew exegesis electives.
Hermeneutics & Bible Study Methods Expositional Methodology in Daniel & Revelation
TTBE 517
Credit(s): 3.
TTBE 726
Credit(s): 3.
Pastoral &General Ministries Concentration Mission & Learning Outcomes
Provides preparation for a variety of professional ministries including pastor, associate pastor, youth pastor, women’s ministries, college and seminary teaching and other leadership roles. (Students anticipating a graduate or undergraduate teaching career will need to pursue advanced studies beyond the Master of Divinity program.) As a result of this program, the student will: 1. Spiritual Formation . Understand the New Covenant life in Christ in order to better participate in this through the Spirit for the sake of transformation. 2. Readiness for Ministry . Assess readiness for ministry: cognitive, physical, emotional, relational, moral and spiritual. 3. Character . Behave Christianly by valuing and pursuing Christian character. 4. Calling. Embrace, value and appreciate the power and significance of his or her personal call to ministry. 5. Exposition of the Word . Demonstrate an accurate exposition of the Word of God.
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