About Lipscomb
The M.Div. degree is a 75-hour program designed for broad preparation for ministry and Christian service. Through coursework in Scripture, theology, history, and various aspects of ministry, students are equipped to integrate academic training and practical experience in ministry.
I. Foundations (12 hours)
GB 5003 Introduction to Theological Study (3 hours)
GB 5013 Critical Introduction to the Bible
GB 5033 Biblical Greek I
GB 5043 Biblical Hebrew I
II. Scripture (18 hours)
GB 6083 OT Interpretation and Theology
GB 6093 NT Interpretation and Theology
OT Narrative/Law course*
OT Poetry/Prophecy course*
NT Gospel course*
NT Letter course*
*OT or NT GB 5An3 may be substituted for this course
III. History and Theology (15 hours)
GB 5503 Systematic Theology
GB 5423 Historical Theology I
GB 5443 Historical Theology II
GB 5433 American Church History
GB 5473 Christian Ethics
IV. Ministry (18 hours)
GB 5603 Theology of Ministry
GB 5613 Introduction to Preaching
GB 5653 Counseling for Church Leaders
GB 5553 Spiritual Formation and Guidance
GB 5643 Missional Strategies in Emerging Culture
Practicum (3 hours)
V. Electives (12 hours from any area)
VI. Comprehensive Examination
Minimum G.P.A. - The minimum cumulative grade point average (G.P.A.) for the Master of Divinity degree is 2.75. No grade below a 'C' is acceptable.
Transfer of Courses - Although all graduate credit hours may be transferred from another accredited institution, a maximum of 36 hours will be counted toward the M.Div. degree. If students have completed a previous graduate degree in Bible, only one half of the hours required for the degree will be allowed as transfer work toward the M.Div. degree. The director of the graduate Bible program will evaluate the course(s) being proposed for transfer and make a determination of suitability. No course with a grade of 'C' or below will be considered for transfer.