Master of Arts in Religion

Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary’s Master of Arts in Religion program provides students with intensive study in the scriptures and the essential truths of the Christian faith. This program is geared toward individuals seeking an introductory graduate degree in religion, providing students with a solid foundation from which to understand the fundamentals of the Bible, Christianity, Christian theology and the Christian church. Courses are well-suited for pastors, Christian educators, informed lay leaders, and pastors’ wives who wish to have a firm scriptural undergirding for service in a supportive role in their local church to fulfill the Great Commission. Masters of Arts in Religion students must choose a specialization. 

Specializations:
• Leadership
• Biblical Studies
• Church Ministries
• Evangelism & Church Planting
• Pastoral Counseling
• Pre-Pastoral
• Worship Studies
• Theology and Apologetics

Potential Career Options:
• Associate Pastor
• Church Education Administrator
• Lay Leader
• Missionary
• Youth Pastor

“I always wanted to continue my education. But living in Amarillo and loving my church was a huge reason not to pack up to the nearest seminary in Texas. I began to research different online seminaries and Liberty University Online was very impressive. The theology was very conservative, the leadership was outstanding, the cost was affordable, and I could set my own schedule and not have to leave my town to do this. I enjoyed my professors and learned a lot about the Word of God, but also how to grow a church. LU gave me the tools I needed to grow spiritually and to grow my church. It has more than paid for itself!”  -Chris Hurt, M.A.R.

Key Points:
• Ranked among the top 10 online colleges in the nation for two years in a row
• Rated as one of the Best Distance Learning Graduate Schools by Get Educated.com
• Nationally renowned Seminary and Professional Studies program and faculty offering a sound moral and biblical perspective
• Most cost-effective, accredited online Seminary program offered by a national educational institution
• Effectively prepares students to serve in their chosen area of ministry  
• Nationally acclaimed Seminary faculty teaching online courses