Doctor of Ministry
Doctor of Ministry
Biblical Preaching and Teaching Track
Theological Exegesis Track
Coordinated by Dr. Warren Gage
Coordinated by Dr. Michael Allen
The Biblical Preaching and Teaching track is uniquely designed to equip pastors in the art of preaching and teaching. The Apostle Paul challenged Timothy to devote himself to developing his pastoral gifts so that everyone would see his progress (1 Timothy 4:15). Our program seeks to do that by combining the best of the newest technology and the best of the old tradition of sound, biblical preaching. It will strengthen a pastor’s understanding of Scripture and enrich their preaching by enhancing their exegetical skills and deepening their understanding of exegetical theory and methodology.
The Theological Exegesis track is uniquely designed to equip pastors in the art of theological exegesis of the Bible. The track fosters an appreciation for reading of the Bible that is canonical, creedal, and contextual. Students learn how to draw on the rich history of exegetical theology for the sake of interpreting the Bible for the church today.
Learning Outcomes
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A graduate in the Biblical Preaching and Teaching Track will be capable of:
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Learning Outcomes A graduate in the Theological Exegesis Track will be capable of:
Interpreting the Bible in a Christ-centered way. Identifying the story of individual Bible texts. Preaching or teaching the text with a focus on the “big idea.” Preaching or teaching the text with sensitivity to the congregation.
Understanding the integration of Biblical teaching with the disciplines of systematic and historical theology. Interpreting the whole Bible in a Christ-centered way. Using the history of exegesis (classical and modern) for their own ministry. Reading the Bible in a canonically, creedally, and contextually sensitive way.
Required Courses DM916 Scripture and Doctrine DM926 Using the History of Exegesis DM936 OT: Exegesis and Theology (book study) DM946 NT: Exegesis and Theology (book study) 4 elective courses
Required Courses DM818 Enriching Preaching through Logos Software Application DM829 Biblical Theology and Preaching That Inspires DM839 Preaching Christ in All the Scriptures DM912 The Art of Biblical Preaching 4 electives courses
Final Project The final project is meant to be a concrete case study. The student will offer theological exegesis of some portion of Scripture, showing its canonical testimony, its creedal importance, and its contemporary relevance for the author’s or other contexts. In so doing the student will draw on classical and modern resources and demonstrate an ability to read critically within the tradition of Christian theological exegesis. The project concludes with a practical guide to employing this material in the church, whether as a teaching series or a framework for some other ministry.
Final Project The final project is meant to be a concrete case study. The student will offer exegesis of some portion of Scripture, showing its Christ-centered interpretation and its contemporary relevance for the author’s or other contexts. The project concludes with a practical guide to employing this material in the church, whether as a teaching series or a framework for some other ministry.
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