Master of Divinity
Lordland University
Program Overview
Master of Divinity degree is a professional degree that will equip graduates with comprehensive graduate education. Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are expected to attain the following: Competent professional skills in preaching, teaching, counseling, leading worships, and administrating as an ordained minister. Skills to educate and counseling among biblical, historical, theological, and practical areas of studies essential for an ordained minister, and thorough knowledge and understanding of the Bible. Graduates of Master of Divinity will be prepared for pastorship, priesthood, or professional ministry .
Standard of Student Achievement and Graduation Requirements
To graduate, a student must:
- Complete a minimum of 64 quarter units or 640 hours of the following coursework with a cumulative Successfully complete the degree requirements within the allowed program length
- Successful graduates of the program will be awarded a degree in Master of Religious Education
Successful graduates of the program will be awarded a degree in Master of Divinity.
Program Length
Students are usually expected to complete the program in 2 years. The maximum time frame allowed for students to complete a program is 150% of the normal program length, namely 3 years for the Master’s programs. An extension may be granted for special circumstances.
Counseling Courses
| Course# | Course | Title units |
|---|---|---|
| LCD101 | Introduction to the Old Testament | 4 units |
| LCD102 | Introduction to the New Testament | 4 units |
| MDV103 | Pentateuch | 4 units |
| MDV104 | New Testament History | 4 units |
| MDV105 | Biblical Hermeneutics | 4 units |
| MDV106 | Theological Bibliography | 4 units |
| MDV107 | New Testament Theology | 4 units |
| MDV108 | Seminar I: New Testament | 4 units |
| MDV109 | Biblical Counseling | 4 units |
| MDV110 | Christian Education | 4 units |
| MDV111 | The Christian Mind | 4 units |
| MDV112 | History of Twentieth Century Christianity | 4 units |
| MDV113 | Korean Church History | 4 units |
| MDV114 | History of Israel | 4 units |
| MDV115 | History of the Christian Church | 4 units |
| MDV116 | History of Christian Doctrines | 4 units |
| MDV117 | Introduction to Christian Ethics | 4 units |
| MDV118 | Personal Evangelism | 4 units |
| MDV119 | Principles of Discipleship if Church Growth in the USA | 4 units |
| MDV120 | Evangelism Seminar | 4 units |
| MDV121 | Greek I | 4 units |
| MDV122 | Hebrew I | 4 units |
| MDV123 | Missions: A Biblical Theology | 4 units |
| MDV124 | Christian Apologetics | 4 units |
| MDV125 | Ministry of the Word in Worship | 4 units |
| MDV126 | Pastoral Theology | 2 units |
| Courses Available | 72 units | |
Course Descriptions
A summary study of the organization and content of the books with special attention given to the canon and problems of authorship, dating and authenticity.
Study of manuscript evidence, canon, authorship, dating, organization and messages of the books.
A biblical and theological analysis of God’s covenantal administration of his kingdom during the period covered by the Pentateuch.
A study tracing the history of the English Bible from the ancient manuscripts to the modern versions; comparisons and evaluation of modern versions.
A presentation of the general principles necessary for a sound interpretation of scripture and the special principles governing the interpretation of such subjects as poetry prophecy, typology and parables.
An introduction to tools for use in biblical and theological study including encyclopedias, monographs, periodicals, bibliographical texts, with hands-on experiences in digital tools.
The development of major New Testament doctrines and their bearing on the Christian life.
General introduction and hermeneutics including textual criticism, theological reasoning, and exegetical practices.
Biblical principles to help identify and suggest solutions for problems in ministry; includes counseling techniques.
Educational ministry of the church including curriculum planning, Sunday school, youth ministry, and teacher training.
Explores the biblical worldview, revelation, thinking vs. knowing, theology, apologetics, and Christian reasoning methods.
The growth of Christianity in America and the rise of denominationalism in the 20th century.
A study of the growth of the Christian Church in Korea with attention to key historical and current issues.
Study of Old Testament historical books, Hebrew translation practice, and theological development in Israel’s history.
Covers theology, worship, and ecclesiology from the end of the apostolic age to 600 A.D.
Examines the biblical worldview and how Christian doctrines were formed through theological reflection and apologetics.
Structure and principles of Christian ethics including authority, life, sexuality, property, and truthfulness.
Theology of evangelism and skills in personal witness, with an emphasis on training others to evangelize.
Explores discipleship in terms of biblical principles, personal growth, and church growth in the U.S. context.
Field seminar on reformed evangelism, observing real ministry practices and evaluating methods biblically.
Intensive study of New Testament Greek with a focus on grammar and morphology.
Introduction to Biblical Hebrew grammar and vocabulary for reading Old Testament texts.
Explores the biblical foundation and modern strategies for Christian missions and cross-cultural ministry.
Explains the nature, purpose, and methodology of apologetics with biblical responses to common objections.
Focuses on biblical theology of preaching and prepares students to deliver scripturally sound sermons.
Explores pastoral theology, care, and ethics, emphasizing biblical and professional standards of ministry.