Degree Distinctives
Dallas Theological Seminary's commitment to the Scriptures leads to a doctrinal framework in which the foundations of the Christian faith are affirmed and expounded. Every alumnus's ability to study the Scriptures and present biblical truth remains a core distinctive of DTS graduates.
DTS MISSION: The mission of Dallas Theological Seminary as a professional, graduate-level school is to glorify God by equipping godly servant-leaders for the proclamation of His Word and the building up of the body of Christ worldwide.
2 Timothy 2:15
Be diligent to present yourself approved to God as a workman who does not need to be ashamed, accurately handling the word of truth.
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BIBLICAL STUDIES
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THEOLOGICAL STUDIES
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LANGUAGES
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MINISTRIES & COMMUNICATION
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GENERAL STUDIES (Biblical Theology, Educational Administration and Ministries, & Exposition of Biblical Books)
Master of Theology (ThM)
PURPOSE: The Master of Theology degree program is designed to produce competent Bible expositors who are qualified to serve God effectively as pastors, missionaries, or leaders in other areas of vocational Christian ministry.
MINISTRY GOALS
To enable students to:
– communicate the Bible effectively
– demonstrate skills in various ministries; and
– lead a local church or other group by means of biblical exposition, leadership skills, evangelism, and service.
SPIRITUAL GOALS
To enable students to evidence an increasing likeness to Christ as manifested in love for God,
love for others, and the fruit of the Spirit.
EDUCATIONAL GOALS
To enable students to:
– BIBLICAL: verbalize a general knowledge of the Bible, including a synthetic understanding of the major books;
– THEOLOGICAL: evidence an understanding of the historical development of theology, a knowledge of premillennial theology, and an ability to support their theological views and apply them to contemporary issues;
– LANGUAGE: demonstrate the ability to exegete the Hebrew and Greek texts of the Bible; and
– MINISTRY: evidence an understanding of the educational program of the local church and an awareness of the worldwide mission of the church.
Recent Projects
Artifacts for Degree Distinction
Overall Reflection Statement
For my competence in the general study of theology (ThM), I am submitting additional artifacts that demonstrate my growth in biblical, theological, and language studies, as well as in ministry leadership. These artifacts provide a picture of my ability to exegete the Scriptures and effectively communicate biblical truth, further demonstrating ...
Ministry Leadership: Educational Cycle
I used this Educational Cycle project to restructure the Children's ministry when I worked at Riceville Mt. Olive Baptist Church. It shows my competency in leading local ministries.
Spiritual: Gifts and Personality Assessment
I took this spiritual gifts assessment during the Identity section of our Spiritual Formation course. It evidences my character as formed in the likeness of Christ and useful for ministry.
Language: Hebrew – Psalm 11 Exegetical Work
These are the exegetical assignments I completed for OT5104. They show my competence in exegeting the Hebrew text of the Bible.
Language: Hebrew Word Study
This is the Hebrew word study I completed on the verb נָחַם. It shows my competence in exegeting the Hebrew text of the Bible.
Biblical: Exposition of James 2
This paper expositing the text in James 2 shows my ability to understand and communicate the flow of biblical passages. It also portrays my ability to exegete the Greek text in the Bible.
Theological: Doctrinal Synthesis Statements
These Doctrinal Synthesis Statements from my first three systematic theology courses show my competence in understanding and supporting orthodox theology.
Learning Reflection Statement
As I have developed and demonstrated academic proficiency in various areas of my degree and ministry experience, I have learned that possessing greater knowledge of the biblical text has made me more effective in the work of ministry. However, I have also learned that my work in ministry can suffer from that knowledge if my love for God does not grow larger as well.
Lifelong Development
As a result of the academic experiences documented by these artifacts, I will continue to develop in the ThM by continuing to use the knowledge I have learned to enhance my ministry, while also remembering that it is the love of God and his people that makes ministry more effective and life sweeter.