Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies

Develop Your Skills in Studying, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible

You can grow in your knowledge of the Bible and prepare to serve Christ wherever you go, with your Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies from Moody Bible Institute. You’ll practice deep analysis of Scripture, focus on how the Old Testament and New Testament fit together, and engage with relevant scholarly ideas. Reflect on how the Bible relates to contemporary life and ministry, and put what you learn into practice.

You’ll study under professors who meet with you, encourage you, challenge you to grow, and share their lives with you.

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Here’s How We’ll Prepare You for Ministry

With a BA in Biblical Studies, you will be able to:
Acquire an in-depth knowledge of the message and contexts of the Old and New Testaments.
Develop your skills in studying, interpreting, and applying the Bible.
Gain skills in researching, writing, and presenting.
Learn to articulate what a passage means in context, how it contributes to the overall biblical story-line, and the implications it has on your life and ministry.
Become familiar with the unifying themes of Scripture, and much more!

This degree is accredited by the following institutions, giving you further confidence in a Moody education.

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Association for Biblical Higher Education

Higher Learning Commission

Your Career Paths and Ministry Opportunities

The valuable insight and practical skills you’ll gain through our BA in Biblical Studies will allow you to:

  • Pursue graduate and doctorate courses in Biblical Studies or Biblical Languages
  • Work in Bible translation
  • Serve in the local church as a lay leader, pastor, elder, or director
  • Minister around the world in a wide range of missions roles

Life at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago

Here on our Chicago campus, you’ll live in an uplifting, faithful community alongside your classmates, faculty, and mentors. You’ll also:

  • Deepen your biblical knowledge in every class.
  • Serve in real-life ministry and gain practical experience.
  • Build lifelong relationships with other students through student groups, extracurricular activities, and numerous other opportunities.
  • Grow spiritually as you pursue God’s calling on your life.

Learn More about Life at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago 

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