Program Highlights

Upon the completion of a Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Theology and Ministry, graduates of Life Pacific University should be able to:  

1. Defend the authority of Scripture and summarize the significance of the Bible’s major characters and events as well as its principal theological themes through a pentecostal lens.  

• Defend the Bible’s authority as an infallible guide for matters of faith and practice  
• Link prominent biblical characters to their specific historical era, explaining the significance of the characters within their historical era.  
• Summarize what the Bible teaches about principal theological themes. 
• Articulate Pentecostal/Charismatic doctrine from the Foursquare perspective.  

2. Apply the skills necessary to accurately interpret Scripture and communicate its message concerning God and humanity.  

• Articulate hermeneutical principles with an emphasis on the inductive method relating to matters of grammar, history, culture, genre, and theology. 
• Critically evaluate primary (e.g. second temple literature, ANE documents) and secondary literature (e.g. commentaries, articles, and other theological works). 
• Formulate theological concepts from Scripture in connection with tradition, experience, reason, and community. 
• Communicate interpretive and theological conclusions in various formats, including preaching, teaching, essays, teaching plans and sermon outlines.    

3. Apply Christ-centered, Spirit-filled ministerial leadership skills in diverse contexts.  

• Develop a Christ-centered, Spirit-filled philosophy of ministry.  
• Articulate a plan for incorporating Paul’s fivefold ministry model. 
• Summarize the characteristics of a disciple of Jesus Christ and explain the principles of disciple making.
• Develop ministry strategies appropriate for various cultural environments.    

4. Establish a holistic, life-long commitment to spiritual formation into the image of Christ.  

• Explain the process and benefits of spiritual formation with an emphasis on the practical application of spiritual disciplines. 
• Integrate interpretive and theological conclusions into daily life. 
• Articulate plans for both personal and communal spiritual formation  
• Identify the characteristics that mark and sustain personal and ministerial effectiveness.