The Master of Arts in Ministry (M.A. Ministry) at the Online Bible Institute Network is designed to develop spiritually mature, theologically grounded, and ministry-ready leaders. This graduate-level program blends academic depth with hands-on ministry training to prepare students for effective service in church, nonprofit, and global ministry contexts.
Theological and Biblical Depth: Students engage deeply with Scripture, Christian doctrine, and the historical and cultural development of the Church. This academic foundation strengthens their ability to think theologically, preach with clarity, and respond to contemporary issues through a biblical lens.
Practical Leadership Preparation: This degree goes beyond classroom theory. Students are equipped with the core competencies needed for real-world ministry—including preaching, pastoral counseling, team leadership, conflict resolution, and organizational oversight—making them ready to lead and serve with excellence.
Personal and Spiritual Formation: The M.A. in Ministry is not just about knowledge; it fosters transformation. Through guided mentorship, prayerful reflection, and community interaction, students grow in character, deepen their faith, and discern their God-given calling more clearly.
Expanded Ministry Pathways: Graduates are positioned for a wide range of ministry opportunities. These include pastoral leadership, missions, chaplaincy, discipleship ministries, nonprofit direction, and Christian communications. The flexible skillset nurtured in this program opens doors to serve wherever God calls.
Collaborative Learning Community: As part of a global online learning environment, students benefit from diverse perspectives and shared experiences. Lifelong connections are built through interactive discussions, group projects, and ministry collaborations, enriching each student’s formation journey.
Cultural and Missional Awareness: Today’s ministry leaders must navigate complex cultural dynamics. This program helps students engage with pressing social and ethical issues from a Kingdom perspective, enabling them to lead with wisdom, compassion, and cultural sensitivity.
Whole-Person Development: Beyond academics and ministry training, the M.A. in Ministry nurtures emotional intelligence, spiritual discipline, and Christlike character. Our goal is to shape servant-leaders who embody the love and integrity of Jesus in all they do.
Prerequisites: Bachelor’s Degree, Certificate of Completion of the Art of Biblical Words
Requirements: Successfully complete twelve (12) of the courses in our Master of Arts in Ministry course track, and write a Capstone Proposal paper.
Course Instructions for BibleProject Classroom Courses
You may take the courses in any order you wish. You must complete each lesson in the course. After you complete the requirements for a lesson/session, go to the Activity Feed and post a comment about something that interested or impacted you as you worked through the lesson. Your comment needs to be well thought out and at least 100 words. These posts will be counted as part of the writing requirement for the course, so please write well-thought-out comments on what you are learning in the lesson. Please start your comment by referring to the course name and the session or lesson number of the course. You also need to post comments on two other students’ recent comments on courses they are currently taking. You must be signed in to the Online Bible Institute and click the Enroll button to access the course lessons.
Course List
Click on the links below for Course descriptions, instructions, and assignments.
Course Instructions for AWKNG School of Theology Courses
You may take the courses in any order you wish. You must complete each lesson in the course. After you complete the requirements for a lesson/session, go to the Activity Feed and post a comment about something that interested or impacted you as you worked through the lesson. Your comment needs to be well thought out and at least 250 words. These posts will be counted as part of the writing requirement for the course, so please write well-thought-out comments on what you are learning in the lesson. Please start your comment by referring to the course name and the session or lesson number of the course. You also need to post comments on two other students’ recent comments on courses they are currently taking. You must be signed in to the Online Bible Institute and click the Enroll button to access the course lessons.
Course List
Click on the links below for Course descriptions, instructions, and assignments.
