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At this level, you will be receiving instruction in different types of criticism. We reject the use of textual, source, or form criticism when it contradicts the divine inspiration, inerrancy, and preservation of the Bible. All Scripture is God-breathed, faithfully preserved, and fully authoritative. For a fuller explanation of our position, see the school's About page.
Master’s Degree Program Requirements
To successfully earn credit for each course, students are required to:
All essays, exam requests, and thesis submissions should be sent to: students@wisdomschoolofchristiantheology.org.
Note: While all classes at Christian Leaders Institute (CLI) and Biblical Training are free of charge, there are fees if you choose to pursue their certificates, diplomas, or degrees.
Thesis Writing Guide
For students preparing to write their Master’s thesis, a clear understanding of the research and writing process is essential. The following guide offers detailed instructions on how to develop, structure, and complete a thesis or dissertation at the graduate level. It serves as a practical resource for planning your work from start to finish.
GUIDELINES FOR WRITING A THESIS OR DISSERTATION
Master’s Thesis Instructions:
The student will also complete a Master’s thesis, ranging from 20,000 to 35,000 words, on one of the thesis subjects provided. This thesis must be completed after all other assignments and courses are finished. However, it is strongly advised to begin preparing and researching early, even while completing other coursework.
Thesis Expectations:
The thesis should demonstrate careful biblical exegesis, theological reflection, and scholarly research.
Students must engage deeply with the Word of God as the primary and ultimate authority. Every thesis must be firmly grounded in Scripture, recognizing the Bible as the final and infallible source of truth.
In addition, students are expected to consult conservative, biblically faithful academic sources, such as trusted commentaries, theological works, and scholarly articles that uphold the authority, inspiration, and inerrancy of Scripture. The goal is not to be swayed by liberal theology, but to strengthen biblical convictions through sound, doctrinally solid scholarship.
The thesis must present a clear, biblically supported argument, with evidence drawn from Scripture first and foremost, and further supported by conservative theological scholarship. The student should demonstrate careful handling of biblical texts, rightly dividing the Word of truth, with application to both theology and the Christian life.
Practical application of the theological topic to Christian life, ministry, or contemporary issues should be included.
Formatting Requirements:
Typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12-point font.
Follow the Chicago Manual of Style format for citations and bibliography.
Include a title page, table of contents, introduction, main body, conclusion, and bibliography.
A minimum of 20 scholarly sources is required.
All sources must be from a conservative, Bible-believing perspective, upholding the inspiration, inerrancy, and authority of Scripture.
Evaluation Criteria:
Biblical accuracy and sound theology.
Depth of research and engagement with scholarly sources.
Clarity, organization, and coherence of argument.
Proper use of citations and academic formatting.
Ability to apply theological concepts to Christian life, ministry, or apologetics.
Thesis Topics
Master in Biblical Studies
Paul’s Use of the Old Testament in His Epistles.
The Johannine Epistles and the Doctrine of Fellowship, Truth, and Assurance.
Master in Ministry
The Great Commission and the Mission of the Church in the Modern World.
Pastoral Ministry and the Care of the Church in Light of the Pastoral Epistles.
Master in Theology
The Preservation of Scripture and the Doctrine of Biblical Authority.
The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit in Pentecostal Theology and Biblical Interpretation.
Required Readings for All Students
Click the links below to download or read the books.
Foundations of Pentecostal Theology
The King James Version Defended
Master's Pentecostal Seminary - Baptism of the Holy Spirit
The Traditional Text of the Holy Gospels
Master of Biblical Studies
Forman Christian College
Ted Hildebrandt Biblical eLearning
Cultural World of the New Testament
Biblical Training - https://www.biblicaltraining.org/
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The Historical Reliability of the Gospels
History of Philosophy and Christian Thought
Fairhaven Baptist College
The Great Commission
Master of Ministry
This degree includes all the courses in the Master of Biblical Studies degree, plus the following Ministry-focused courses.
Biblical Training - https://www.biblicaltraining.org/
Fairhaven Baptist College
The Master's Seminary
Pastoral Counseling
Marriage and Family Counseling
Asia Center for Advanced Christian Studies
Advanced Exegesis of Ecclesiastes
Master of Theology
This degree includes all the courses in the Master of Biblical Studies degree and the Master of Ministry degree, plus the following theology-focused courses.
Biblical Training - https://www.biblicaltraining.org/
Fairhaven Baptist College
Systematic Theology III
Text and Canon Institute
New Testament Textual Criticism
Chaos Theory and the Text of the Old Testament
How the Bible Became the Bible
Listening to the Dead Sea Scrolls
New Testament Textual Criticism Guest Lectures
Wheaton College
Scot McKnight | Everyday Sacrifice as Everyday Life | 2019 Theology Conference
Wheaton Theology Conference | Panel: Wright, Vanhoozer, Begbie, Bockmuehl, and Humphrey
Asia Center for Advanced Christian Studies
Advanced Theological Methods
Christian Leaders Institute - https://study.christianleaders.org/
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You must submit a copy of your transcript to us after completing each course. No additional comments or essays are required.