The Mission

Redemption Seminary helps adult Christians

grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Pet. 3:18)

through quality distance education

which enables learning within their ministry setting

Redemption’s mission is rooted in the Bible. Our mission statement comes directly from 2 Peter 3:18, the verse that concludes Peter’s epistles with a command and benediction for the church to remain steadfast in its direction and growth.

Missional Success

We know that we are succeeding in our mission when we hear students or faculty feeling that:

• Their mentors are invested in their success and growth (relational).

• Their education is beneficial (relevant) for their spiritual growth. This is evaluated in specific areas through how students demonstrate program outcomes and if they would recommend courses to others.

• The resources provided are appropriate and helpful for growth and progress through the program (resourced).

• The cost and convenience of the program allow students the option to decide if they want to make programmatic theological study a priority in their lives and callings (responsible).

The Vision

If we succeed in our efforts, we expect significant developments in theological education.

• The number of people enrolling in advanced degrees in theology will significantly increase. Seminary isn’t just for pastors or is limited to people who like to write theological papers. Quality theological education will be available and accessible to everyone interested in studying and applying the Bible at a scholarly level.

• The cost of these advanced degrees won’t be prohibitive or saddle people with debt.

• Christians will be rewarded for their serious study and personal growth with advanced credentials that will help them in the work and life the Lord has called them to.

• Those who pursue advanced theological degrees will have occupational options such as becoming a mentor for others.

The Contrast

Online education hasn’t solved these issues and most seminaries merely attempt to approximate their traditional educational models rather than seek to develop improvements to the traditional model. Traditional education has plenty of room to improve and must be transformed in order to accomplish such a vision.