Master of Divinity
(MDiv)

At Verum Seminary, the Master of Divinity is more than a degree—it’s a formation journey into the reality of God, the authority of Scripture, and the practice of ministry in a fragmented world.

Designed for those preparing for pastoral leadership, theological scholarship, and missional engagement, our MDiv program trains students to think theologically, live faithfully, and lead wisely.

Classic Master of Divinity

This streamlined yet robust degree is designed for students seeking comprehensive theological training without the requirement of original language study. Ideal for pastors, ministry leaders, chaplains, and those engaged in lay theological education, the General MDiv cultivates biblical literacy, theological depth, and practical ministry skills within the context of today’s complex cultural challenges.

Curriculum

Frameworks for Biblical Interpretation
BI5000 From Creation to New Creation: God, Humanity, and Christian Mission
BI5001 The Art and Science of Biblical Interpretation
TH5000 Reading the Bible as the Final Authority for Life and Faith
Old Testament Interpretation
BI5013 Old Testament Book Study: Deuteronomy
BI5079 Old Testament Book Study: Ezekiel
TH6069 From Text to Theology: Isaiah
New Testament Interpretation
BI5124 New Testament Book Study: Luke-Acts
TH6135 From Text to Theology: Romans
BI6173 Use of the Old Testament in the New Testament: Hebrews
BI6197 Use of the Old Testament in the New Testament: Revelation
Theological and Cultural Studies
TH5001 Creeds and Declarations of the Church
TH6000 The Triune God: Theology Proper, Christology, and Pneumatology
TH6001 Theological Anthropology and the Body of Christ
TH6002 Soteriology and Eschatology
TH7000 Christians and Politics: Church and State in Theological Perspective
TH7002 Theological Questions: God and Evil & Divine Sovereignty and Human
Responsibility
TH7003 Theology of Work
CS5003 Analyzing Culture through the Transcendentals
CS5020 Affirmation, Resistance, Proclamation: Christians and Culture
Ministry Studies
MS5027 Communicating God’s Word
MS6001 Managing Organizations: Facilities, Finances, and Personnel
MS6002 Accountability: Personal and Organizational
MS6003 Making Disciples: Theology, Leadership, and Strategy
MS6004 Human and Organizational Flourishing and Development
Program Features
Biblically rooted curriculum recognizing the Bible as the final authority for life and faith.
Deep engagement with both the Old and New Testaments through book-specific courses.
Focused curricular design aimed at promoting student mastery of English Bible
interpretation, application, and theological reflection.
Move beyond systematics-as-theory into lived, worshipful theology rooted in the creedal
and confessional witness of the church.
Affirm and explore the Bible as the final authority for life and doctrine.
Wrestle with enduring questions through disciplined, biblical and confessional thinking.
Who Should Apply?
This degree is ideal for:
Those preparing to teach the Bible in churches, schools, or parachurch ministries.
Christian leaders seeking greater confidence in interpreting Scripture.
Individuals interested in enriching their own study of the Bible.

72 Credit Hours

32 Courses

Biblical Exegesis Emphasis

For students who want to engage the Scriptures in their original languages, this track includes full coursework in Biblical Hebrew and Koine Greek. The Original Language MDiv offers the same core as the General Track, with additional training in exegesis, hermeneutics, and biblical theology from the ground up.

Curriculum

Frameworks for Biblical Interpretation
BI5000 From Creation to New Creation: God, Humanity, and Christian Mission
BI5001 The Art and Science of Biblical Interpretation
TH5000 Reading the Bible as the Final Authority for Life and Faith
Biblical Languages
BI5004 Biblical Hebrew 1
BI5005 Biblical Hebrew 2
BI5006 Biblical Greek 1
BI5010 Biblical Greek 2
Old Testament Exegesis
BI6014 Exegetical Study in Hebrew: Deuteronomy
BI6081 Exegetical Study in Ezekiel
TH7069 Exegetical Theology in Hebrew: Isaiah
New Testament Exegesis
BI6125 Exegetical Study in Greek: Luke-Acts
BI6179 Exegetical Study in Greek: 1 Peter
TH7135 Exegetical Theology in Greek: Romans
Old and New Testament Exegesis
BI7174 Use of the Old Testament in the New Testament: An Exegetical Study of Hebrew
BI7198 Use of the Old Testament in the New Testament: An Exegetical Study of
Revelation
Theological and Cultural Studies
TH5001 Creeds and Declarations of the Church
TH6000 The Triune God: Theology Proper, Christology, and Pneumatology
TH6001 Theological Anthropology and the Body of Christ
TH6002 Soteriology and Eschatology
TH7000 Christians and Politics: Church and State in Theological Perspective
TH7002 Theological Questions: God and Evil & Divine Sovereignty and Human
Responsibility
TH7003 Theology of Work
CS5003 Analyzing Culture through the Transcendentals
CS5020 Affirmation, Resistance, Proclamation: Christians and Culture
CS6003 The Gospel and Justice
Ministry Studies
MS5027 Communicating God’s Word
MS6001 Managing Organizations: Facilities, Finances, and Personnel
MS6002 Accountability: Personal and Organizational
MS6003 Making Disciples: Theology, Leadership, and Strategy
MS6004 Human and Organizational Flourishing and Development

This track is ideal for:

Those preparing for doctoral studies
Teaching pastors and theologians
Students with a passion for in-depth biblical study
Anyone desiring to handle the Word of God with precision and reverence

72 Credit Hours

24 Courses

Verum Seminary would be honored to support you as you prepare for the meaningful calling God has placed on your life. Our admissions team is here to answer any questions you may have along the way.