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Lead with Practical Ministry Insight with a Ministry Leadership Minor Online

Grow as a Biblically grounded, Christ-centered leader ready to serve your church, community or organization. This 100% online and affordable Ministry Leadership minor is designed for busy students who want to deepen their Biblical understanding while gaining practical leadership skills. Learn from experienced ministry practitioners and Christian worldview scholars as you develop the Scriptural insight, organizational tools, and cultural awareness needed to strengthen your calling alongside any major.

For more opportunities to advance your ministry skills and impact, explore our Biblical Languages Minor, B.S. in Biblical Studies, B.A. in Ministry, or B.A. in Missions Aviation.

Develop Market-Ready Skills with a Minor in Ministry Leadership Online

Enhance your resume with these highly sought-after ministry leadership skills to help you influence others for Jesus Christ in your calling:

Biblical Interpretation & Theological Insight – Apply Scripture faithfully and confidently through courses in Old and New Testament interpretation and foundational biblical studies.

Ministry Leadership & Team Development – Understand leadership philosophy, guide teams, mentor others, and support healthy ministry environments.

Organizational & Systems Thinking – Identify, strengthen, and lead ministry systems that support growth, cultural engagement, and long-term impact.

Strategic Ministry Planning & Problem-Solving – Design practical ministry strategies, address challenges with clarity, and lead initiatives that align with biblical priorities.

Cultural Awareness & Community Engagement – Serve effectively across diverse contexts with wisdom, clarity, and a gospel-centered understanding of cultural dynamics.

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Christian Worldview Integration – Lead and make decisions rooted in a Christ-centered, Biblically grounded worldview — strengthening your calling in both ministry and the marketplace.

Program Courses

Learn the core practices and principles of ministry leadership applied to any industry by studying with the flexibility of online learning.

Ministry Leadership Minor (Online)

BBL-228: Principles of Biblical Studies

Learn essential Bible study methods, with a focus on inductive study, to become an independent and effective student of Scripture.

BBL-233: Interpretation of Old Testament Literature

Apply cultural, historical, grammatical, and theological principles to interpret Old Testament passages with clarity and fidelity for ministry use.

BBL-237: Interpretation of New Testament Literature

Examine New Testament texts through cultural, historical, grammatical, and theological lenses, gaining deeper insight into how Scripture communicates meaning and guides Christian practice.

MIN-331: Philosophy of Leadership

Study biblical leadership principles, theological foundations, and essential skills to develop a personal philosophy of ministry.

MIN-433: Systems for Cultural Impact

Explore Scriptural approaches to cultural influence and create practical systems that integrate evangelism and discipleship across diverse ministry contexts.

MIN-442: Applications in Organizational Leadership

Integrate ministry leadership principles with real vocational settings and apply them to leadership roles in ministry, service and nonprofit contexts.

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Enhancing Your Ministry with a Ministry Leadership Minor

This minor prepares you to lead in churches, nonprofits, and community organizations while pursuing your primary field of study. Students often step into roles that support discipleship, outreach, small-group ministries, youth and children’s programs, or faith-informed community work.

Your Degree Starts Here

Start your degree at one of the most affordable Christian universities in the region. An admissions counselor is ready to help you begin the enrollment process.

  1. Apply — our application is free.
  2. Set goals — your admissions counselor is here to guide you.
  3. Maximize your credits — you could transfer in up to 75% of your degree credits.
  4. Discover affordability — scholarships and grants are available for qualified students.

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