Bible Exposition students come from all professions and walks of life, seeking to enhance their relationship with God. The Master of Arts in Bible Exposition provides you with specialized knowledge and skills to understand, apply and communicate the Scriptures effectively.
What You’ll Learn
You will learn exegesis, enabling you to interpret Scripture, and will practice biblical exposition through preaching or teaching. After completing this degree program you will be able to:
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Practice sound exegesis and exposition of the biblical text
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Trace key theological themes through Scripture
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Communicate biblical truth with the goal of life transformation
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Contextualize Scripture to a variety of cultures
Program Format
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Either residential 16-week format or fully online in a 6-week or 8-week format
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Hybrid residential/online format available
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Complete in as few as 18 months, taking one course at a time
Why Study Bible Exposition with Columbia Biblical Seminary?
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Time- and cost-efficient degree design
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Centered on Scripture, integrating biblical interpretation with spiritual formation and ministry skills
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Learn how to communicate the Bible in a variety of practical ministry contexts
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Taught by faculty who are actively engaged in exposition through preaching, teaching, and research
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Logos Bible software is offered to registered students at no additional cost
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Nationally- and regionally-accredited
Admission Requirements
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Completed application
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$25 application fee
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Official transcripts for highest earned degree and any master’s degree work
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Church leader reference
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Application Essay (800 words total, typed)
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A GPA of 2.5 or higher
Our Master of Arts in Bible Exposition graduates pursue the following positions:
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Assistant/associate pastor
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Non-pastoral staff teacher
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Para-church ministry teacher
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Marketplace Bible teacher
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Bible institute teacher
Featured Faculty
Professor of Old Testament
Dr. Noonan joined the faculty of CIU’s Seminary & School of Ministry in 2014. He teaches Old Testament and Hebrew courses for CIU and is the faculty advisor for Grad Life Council (which creates
Professor of Old Testament
Dr. Gault joined the faculty of Columbia Biblical Seminary in 2012. He teaches Old Testament and Hebrew courses and is a member of the Society of Biblical Literature and the Evangelical Theological
Professor of New Testament, PhD Program Director, Associate Dean
Dr. Croteau joined the faculty of Columbia Biblical Seminary in 2013 and became Associate Dean in 2020. He teaches New Testament and Greek courses and is a member of the Evangelical Theological
