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Ozark Christian College

Programme Detail: Preaching Ministry (BA or BTh)

Language of this entry English (USA)
Name of Programme / Training Resource Preaching Ministry (BA or BTh)
Type of Training Programme with multiple subsidiary courses
Reference Number oz3
Description One of the following options A) The Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry (Preaching Ministry Specialization) degree is a four-year program of study that equips students for ministry in preaching and church leadership. Objectives: 1. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the Bible. 2. Demonstrate competencies in exegesis and communication skills in the production of sermons, lessons, and papers. 3. Articulate a presentation of the gospel to lead someone to Christ. 4. Express Christian worldview that interfaces with contemporary cultural issues. 5. Demonstrate leadership and equipping skills for the church. Requirements: 52 hours of Biblical Studies 46 hours of General Studies 33 hours of Professional Studies (including 16 hours in the Preaching Ministry specialization) B) The Bachelor of Theology degree (Preaching major) involves a five-year program designed to prepare the student to serve the church in the Preaching ministry. Two years of Greek are required. Objectives: 1. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of the Bible. 2. Demonstrate competencies in exegesis and communication skills in the production of sermons, lessons, and papers. 3. Articulate a presentation of the gospel to lead someone to Christ. 4. Express Christian worldview that interfaces with contemporary cultural issues. 5. Demonstrate leadership and equipping skills for the church. 6. Read and translate NT Greek. 7. Write and defend a theological paper. 8. Demonstrate a competency in the Preaching major through an acceptable integrated project. Requirements: 56 hours of Biblical Studies 53 hours of General Studies 21 hours of Professional Studies 2 hours of Elective 30 hours in the Preaching major
Keywords Preaching, Ministry, Theology
Languages Programme Available in English (USA)
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Country and region where programme is available United States / Missouri
Area of Ministry and Focus Bible Teaching and Training / Old Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / New Testament; Bible Teaching and Training / Interpretation and Study Methods; Bible Teaching and Training / Theology; Bible Teaching and Training / Preaching and Communication Skills
Residential/Non Residential Residential
Full-time or Part-time Full-time
Level Degree
Cost Range US$100,000 or more
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Bursaries/scholarships available
Actual Length 4 years
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Average number of students who take the programme per year (or, if this is a new programme, the number who can be accommodated) 0
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