Education Mission
Mission Statement of the Education Group
Moody Bible Institute exists as an educational institution with a variety of associated ministries to advance the evangelical Christian faith. The mission of the Education Group is to educate and train individuals to proclaim the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ, to promote evangelism and to serve the evangelical Christian church vocationally and/or avocationally in its worldwide ministry.
Profile of a Graduating Student
In keeping with our mission, our intent is to graduate students who have developed a biblical worldview that enables them to be productive in building Christ’s church worldwide. Graduates of Moody Bible Institute will be noted for their commitment to:
- The Preeminence of Christ as evidenced through maturing lifestyles that reflect continuing submission to the Lordship of Christ
- The Authority of the Scriptures as demonstrated by a knowledge of the Bible and theology, and the ability to interpret, apply and integrate the inerrant Scriptures in all of life consistent with an orthodox, evangelical tradition
- The Centrality of the Church as evidenced by service to the church of Jesus Christ through the use of ministry and vocational skills, spiritual gifts and natural talents
- The Task of World Evangelization as exhibited in a passion for the proclamation of the unique message of the gospel to the lost world
- The Healthy Development of Relationships as evidenced in interpersonal, family, church and social relationships that affirm the dignity of the individual and show sensitivity to diverse cultures and communities
- The Pursuit of Intellectual Excellence as evidenced by analytical and creative thinking (formulation of a Christian worldview), lifelong development of vocational skills, clear expression of ideas and appreciation of aesthetic values
- The Stewardship of the Body and Life Resources as demonstrated in the practice of a healthy physical lifestyle and the wise management of the resources God has given
Essential Elements
Curricular Content - All truth, ultimately, is related to and unified by the revealed Word. Therefore, the educational program of Moody Bible Institute is built upon a biblical and theological core curriculum. All subject areas of the curriculum, as well as the goals and values communicated in the cocurricular program, are guided and informed by the teachings of the Bible. Philosophically, we are committed to an educational approach that values human learning, while submitting that learning quest to the authority of the Bible.
Social/Cultural Context - We are committed to an educational approach that is culturally relevant and socially aware. We do not isolate or insulate students from contact with the world around them. Instead, the educational program is built on a philosophy of education that engages students in culture and society. Moody Bible Institute’s undergraduate programs are practical in nature and exist to equip students to impact their world for Christ. This occurs through the communication of the gospel and through Christian service. Education at Moody demands experience and training in the real world as well as in the classroom; therefore, all programs require an extensive experiential component.
Learner Maturity - Education is the encouragement of a maturing process. Education at Moody promotes increasingly greater responsibility on the part of students for their learning. We recognize that students will not be under our instruction indefinitely. Therefore, a Moody education is designed to develop mature learners who are able to continue their development after graduation (Colossians 1:28-29).
Godly Teachers - Jesus said, “A student is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher” (Luke 6:40). We see teachers as an essential component in the educational process. Teachers impact lives. Therefore, the life and character of teachers is as important as their knowledge and pedagogical skill. The role of teachers is to provide direction and structure to the educational endeavor as they communicate their subject. Teachers exist not only to communicate a subject matter, but also to equip students to think critically and creatively about the subject under consideration.