Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Christian Ministries
Become Equipped for Ministry with an M.Div. in Christian Ministries
Ministry is more than a profession – it’s a calling to serve, lead, and disciple others with wisdom and biblical truth. Liberty University’s Master of Divinity (M.Div.) in Christian Ministries provides a robust theological education designed to help equip you with the biblical knowledge, leadership skills, and practical training necessary for ministry. This program integrates advanced biblical interpretation with hands-on ministry experience, allowing you to explore theological foundations, grow as a leader, and apply biblical principles to real-world contexts.
As part of the Liberty Theological Seminary, this degree reflects our commitment to mission-driven excellence and an authentic Christian community. You’ll have access to experienced faculty, dynamic coursework, and a vibrant campus environment fostering academic and spiritual growth. Whether you feel called to pastoral ministry, church leadership, missions, or parachurch work, this M.Div. can help you develop the scriptural depth and ministry insight needed to make a meaningful impact.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Apply your knowledge in real-world ministry settings, gaining valuable experience in pastoral care, leadership, and discipleship with a practicum course.
- The Liberty Theological Seminary is accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of ATS, the Association of Theological Schools.
- Study in the Freedom Tower, home to modern classrooms, a theological library, and interactive learning spaces designed for theological training and spiritual growth.
- Study under seasoned pastors, theologians, and ministry leaders who bring decades of experience into the classroom.
- Utilize cutting-edge research materials, digital archives, and Liberty’s expansive theological library to deepen your biblical knowledge and ministry effectiveness.
What Will You Study?
- Apologetics and cultural engagement in a modern context
- Biblical interpretation for effective preaching and teaching
- Ethical decision-making based on biblical principles
- Evangelism and discipleship strategies for church growth
- Intercultural ministry and global missions training
Potential Career Opportunities for Graduates of Liberty’s M.Div. in Christian Ministries
- Apologist
- Chaplain
- Church planter
- Evangelist
- Senior pastor
- Youth pastor
Facilities and Resources Available to M.Div. in Christian Ministries Students
- Liberty’s Rawlings Scriptorium Museum houses Christian scriptural artifacts worth over $1 million, offering valuable scholarly research and study resources.
- Complete a practicum that allows you to apply your training in a real-world setting, with access to Liberty’s extensive ministry network to help secure placement in churches, missions, or parachurch organizations.
- Get involved in LU Serve and CSER to participate in global ministry trips, provide disaster relief, and support local communities in need.
- Access thousands of digital and print resources, scholarly journals, and historical texts through Liberty’s extensive theological library to support deep biblical research and ministry training.
- Grow spiritually through weekly worship services, prayer gatherings, and special ministry events held on campus.
Admission Requirements for Our Graduate Divinity Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and all applicants must submit the following documents and meet the minimum requirements for admission:
- Admission application
- Official bachelor’s degree transcripts with a 2.0 GPA or higher
- John W. Rawlings School of Divinity Questionnaire
- Pastoral recommender contact information
- Self-certification form for students in the final term of their bachelor’s degree
- Current Liberty undergraduate students seeking preliminary acceptance into a graduate program must complete a degree completion application through their ASIST account
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Aug 18, 2025
Accreditation
ATS Commission on Accrediting
