Master of Practical Theology | Concentration in Messianic Jewish Studies

Program Objectives

This concentration seeks to:

• Prepare men and women for Messianic Jewish ministry within the local congregation and in the wider movement;
• Equip students with the theories and practical skills necessary to serve effectively in Messianic Jewish ministry;
• Increase biblical and theological understanding from a Messianic Jewish perspective;
• Provide professional training that is informed by the ministry of the Ruach (Spirit); and
• Develop practical ministry skills through supervised Messianic Jewish ministry experiences.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this concentration, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a knowledge of Scripture and the ability to use hermeneutical and exegetical principles to interpret and apply the Word of God in life and ministry;
• Demonstrate a knowledge of the heritage and traditions of Messianic Judaism;
• Articulate a biblical theology of Messianic Jewish ministry;
• Integrate biblical and theological knowledge with Messianic Jewish ministry; and
• Communicate the knowledge of who Yeshua is and what He has done in a way that is clear, accurate, authentically Jewish and with love and respect.

The King’s University (TKU) is an accredited, Spirit-empowered, evangelical university with branch campuses and teaching sites in multiple U.S. cities. TKU offers students a complete educational experience by combining higher education with practical ministry experience within dynamic local churches. This complete educational experience prepares and equips students to serve in the local church, the marketplace and around the world.

Dr. Jack Hayford, Founder and Chancellor of The King’s University, and Pastor Robert Morris, founding Senior Pastor of Gateway Church, have cultivated a unique partnership, in that Dr. Hayford serves as an apostolic elder of Gateway Church, and Pastor Robert currently serves as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees for The King’s University. Dr. Hayford and Pastor Robert share the value of excellence and professionalism in their vision to train men and women for the work of the Kingdom wherever God gives them influence. This shared vision led to the creation of a TKU campus at Gateway Church.

With more than 700 students university-wide, and 270 students at the Southlake campus in DFW, TKU’s dynamic learning environment and Spirit-empowered community enable its students to learn, develop skills and talents, and grow in relationships with fellow students, faculty and with the Lord.