Biblical Justice

Credential: Master of Arts (M.A.)

Degree Level: Master's Degree

Credits: 60 total, with up to 45 transfer credits accepted

School: School of Divinity

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Biblical Justice at Abide University prepares students for transformative ministry that integrates biblical foundations with practical engagement in social justice, advocacy, and reconciliation. Our RCSAI-accredited curriculum provides comprehensive training in biblical perspectives on justice, social ethics, advocacy ministry, and reconciliation work. Students develop expertise in understanding Scripture's call to justice, analyzing systemic injustice from theological perspectives, building advocacy skills, and leading reconciliation initiatives in diverse contexts. The program emphasizes both theological depth and practical application, preparing graduates to serve as effective justice ministry leaders, advocacy coordinators, reconciliation facilitators, and community transformation agents. This degree serves students seeking to engage in faith-based justice work, lead nonprofit organizations focused on social transformation, develop church-based justice ministries, or pursue doctoral studies in ethics and social justice.

Core Courses

  • BJUS 601 — Biblical Foundations of Justice (4 credits)
  • BJUS 610 — Theology of Justice and Righteousness (4 credits)
  • BJUS 620 — Social Ethics and Contemporary Issues (4 credits)
  • BJUS 630 — Advocacy Ministry and Prophetic Witness (4 credits)
  • BJUS 640 — Reconciliation Theology and Practice (4 credits)
  • BJUS 650 — Justice Ministry Leadership and Strategy (4 credits)
  • BJUS 660 — Biblical Justice Research Methods (3 credits)
  • BJUS 690 — Capstone Project in Biblical Justice (4 credits)
  • BJUS 670 — Community Evidence and Justice Ministry Evaluation (5 credits)
  • BJUS 671 — Justice Ministry Field Research Portfolio (6 credits)

Credit requirements

  • Core courses: 42 credits
  • Required elective credits: 18 credits

Total required: 60 credits

Elective Courses

Complete 18 credits from the options below (18 credits offered).

  • BJUS 710 — Racial Justice and the Church (3 credits)
  • BJUS 720 — Economic Justice and Poverty Alleviation (3 credits)
  • BJUS 730 — Restorative Justice and Criminal Justice Reform (3 credits)
  • BJUS 740 — Immigration, Refugees, and Border Justice (3 credits)
  • BJUS 750 — Environmental Justice and Creation Care (3 credits)
  • BJUS 760 — Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery (3 credits)

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum GPA of 2.75 in undergraduate studies
  • Personal commitment to Christian faith and calling to justice ministry
  • Experience or demonstrated interest in social justice, advocacy, or reconciliation work
  • Two letters of recommendation (academic or pastoral)
  • Personal statement outlining justice ministry interests and educational goals

Degree Levels in Biblical Justice