Church Answers University Partnership
Students who have completed a diploma program through Church Answers University can apply for 9 credits (master’s level) of transfer credit (credit for prior learning—CPL) at Redemption Seminary. This would be 25% of the MABS program, reducing the cost and time to earn an accredited master’s degree in biblical studies without additional traveling.
Redemption Master’s Programs are designed to work within professional and ministry lives and responsibilities. Courses use a workbook approach (rather than long papers) and are graded with personal conversations with a mentor (rather than exams). Everything is 100% online and has flexible scheduling, so students can even make substantive progress using their daily Bible study time. The program structure can make these times in the Word very productive.
Learn how Church Answers University Diplomas can be used at Redemption Seminary
Accredited Transfer Credit Opportunity
Students who have completed a diploma program through Church Answers University can apply for 9 credits (master’s level) for prior learning at Redemption Seminary. This would be 25% of the MABS program, reducing the cost and time to earn an accredited master’s degree in biblical studies without additional traveling. You can learn more about the Church Answers University diploma program on the Church Answers University site.
Redemption Master’s Programs are designed to work within professional and ministry lives and responsibilities. Courses use a workbook approach (rather than long papers) and are graded with personal conversations with a mentor (rather than exams). Everything is 100% online and has flexible scheduling, so students can even make substantive progress using their daily Bible study time.
Applying to Redemption Seminary
Academic Eligibility
As a graduate school, Redemption Seminary requires an accredited undergraduate degree (in any area) for admission into its master’s program.
No prerequisite is required to take non-graded courses.
Process
Church Answers University and Redemption Seminary are separate institutions. You must apply to Redemption Seminary to take Redemption courses.
How Long Will it take to complete the Redemption Program?
It only takes 45 minutes daily—a regular Bible study time—to steadily work through courses. If you want to complete a course quickly within 8 weeks, then you can budget for about 15 hours per week. The Redemption program at a moderately fast pace is two years (and earning transfer credit with a Church Answers University diploma reduces the time and cost of the program).
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Benefits of Redemption
Lectures recorded by well-known scholars
Start immediately and work at your own pace (100% online)
Workbook approach rather than long papers
Graded in conversations with a mentor rather than exams.
Logos MAX is provided to all active students
All materials (books) are included. Logos Redemption Library is gifted upon graduation to students who complete all the MABS courses. Students who have received transfer credit have the option to receive the library if they pay a $600 library fee ($200 per course covered by transfer credit) charged at the time of graduation. This is optional and only needs to be paid if you want to keep the library.
Next Steps
You can start your application today.
Overcoming Barriers to Seminary
Brandon Hilgemann has a YouTube channel. This week he has an interview with Dr. John Schwandt where they get into the founding story and innovations that Redemption Seminary is offering to adults interested in learning theology in a serious and programmatic way — but a way that accommodates and integrates with a realistic busy life.
Listen to Brandon Hilgemann’s conversation with Dr. Schwandt about Redemption’s Innovative Model
Brandon Hilgemann has a YouTube channel. This week he has an interview with Dr. John Schwandt where they get into the founding story and innovations that Redemption Seminary is offering to adults interested in learning theology in a serious and programmatic way — but a way that accommodates and integrates with a realistic busy life.
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Logos Bible Software
Logos Bible Software is the primary source for Redemption Seminary’s curricular content. This post offers discount links to Logos products and services for students, as well as various discounts, including the free book of the month, available to everyone.
Logos Bible Software is the primary source for Redemption Seminary’s curricular content. You can see a comprehensive list of what is included in the custom Redemption library from Logos on Redemption’s library page. Redemption Seminary uses Logos Mobile Ed courses for the recorded video content in its courses. Redemption courses also provide training for using the Bible research tools within Logos. Best of all, Redemption Seminary provides access to a massive Logos library while enrolled as a student. When you graduate after completing all of the master’s degree courses, Redemption gives this library to you as a graduation gift to help your ministry.
Every month you can get a free digital book from Logos. This is an easy and free way to expand your personal digital theological library.
Click here for the Free Book of the Month!
Logos also gives the Redemption community a number of ongoing discounts. Redemption students are eligible for the Logos Academic Discount program which provides discounts on resources that students may want to purchase to expand their personal library.
Discounts for Anyone and Everyone
Anyone can take advantage of these discounts Logos has made available to the Redemption Community.
Logos also has monthly promotions. In addition to their general monthly sales, they also highlight and offer special discounts for a specific publisher. That means that typically 12 different publishers offer special discounts each year. If you have a favorite publisher be sure to check each month to see if they are in the monthly spotlight for discounts.
OverviewBible
OverviewBible helps you get the big picture of what the Bible is all about in a non-preachy, jargon-free way. We focus on what you should know—not what you should believe.
Redemption Seminary is delighted to recommend OverviewBible.
OverviewBible, hosted by Jeffrey Kranz, has fantastic resources for getting oriented to the whole Bible and its parts. His site helps you get the big picture of what the Bible is all about in a non-preachy, jargon-free way. We focus on what you should know—not what you should believe.
Check out 66 one-sentence summaries of the Bible—one sentence for each book.
Jeffrey Kranz also has a book, The Beginner’s Guide to the Bible. This is an excellent resource for new Christians or a roadmap to keep Bible school and seminary students on track.
If you are new to learning about Redemption, we would love to hear from you and answer any questions. This inquiry form lets us know about your interest and requests the Student Handbook and Course Catalog so you can start with Redemption today.
James River College Partnership
Redemption Seminary is honored to partner with James River Church and James River College, offering graduates an opportunity to continue their education with an innovative, flexible, and practical master’s degree program.
Continue Your Theological Journey with Redemption Seminary
Redemption Seminary is honored to partner with James River Church and James River College, offering graduates an opportunity to continue their education with an innovative, flexible, and practical master’s degree program.
A Strategic Next Step for James River Graduates
Many students begin their undergraduate journey at James River College and complete their degrees at Evangel University before stepping into ministry or their careers. Redemption Seminary provides a seamless way to continue theological education while actively serving in ministry. Our programs allow students to deepen their knowledge, grow in their faith, and apply their learning immediately—all while earning an accredited master’s degree.
Why Choose Redemption?
Flexible & Practical: 100% online at your own pace. Fits into a regular Bible study schedule.
Learn from Experts: Lectures from well-known scholars.
Low Stress: Weekly mentor meetings instead of high-stakes exams.
Affordable: Graduate courses cost as little as $327 per month
Comprehensive Resources: All materials included, plus a Logos Redemption Library gifted to graduates of the MABS program.
Applying to Redemption Seminary
As a graduate school, Redemption Seminary requires an accredited undergraduate degree for admission to its master’s program. However, a limited number of exceptions are available for those with demonstrated equivalent prior learning. Additionally, non-graded courses are open to all.
Take the Next Step
If you're interested in furthering your theological education in a practical, engaging, and flexible environment, we'd love to start the conversation. Contact us today to explore your next step with Redemption Seminary!
Earning a master’s degree or certificate is a great way to continue your spiritual growth, deepen your understanding, and advance your leadership in the church after you graduate. It is perfect for alumni of James River College.
Elyse Fitzpatrick
Check out Elyse Fitzpatrick’s website, which has a tremendous amount of wisdom, downloadable video study series, and study guides.
Check out Elyse Fitzpatrick’s website, which has a tremendous amount of wisdom, downloadable video study series, and study guides.
She also has two podcasts
Redemption and the Fitzes
Redemption is honored to work alongside the Fitzpatrick family to encourage all people, especially women, to study theology at the graduate level. We are thrilled that Jessica Thompson (one of the hosts of Front Porch with Fitzes) is a Redemption student and has recently published a book, How God Loves Us.
DiscipleIQ
DiscipleIQ is a versatile platform crafted to support churches and ministries worldwide in enhancing discipleship and community engagement. With its blend of advanced analytics, tailored learning pathways, and interactive tools, DiscipleIQ helps leaders connect with their congregations more meaningfully by encouraging spiritual development across diverse cultures. Whether guiding new believers or strengthening the faith of long-time members, DiscipleIQ offers a global solution for impactful discipleship.
Redemption Seminary is delighted to recommend DiscipleIQ.
DiscipleIQ is a versatile platform crafted to support churches and ministries worldwide in enhancing discipleship and community engagement. With its blend of advanced analytics, tailored learning pathways, and interactive tools, DiscipleIQ helps leaders connect with their congregations more meaningfully by encouraging spiritual development across diverse cultures. Whether guiding new believers or strengthening the faith of long-time members, DiscipleIQ offers a global solution for impactful discipleship.
Check out their Discover Your Purpose Course, where you will Discover your Spiritual Gifts and learn how to use them via personalized Impact Words, personally crafted Life Purpose Statement and a Spiritual Action Plan inspired by Matthew 22. This course provides a sample of their Community Connection platform that offers a personalized experience to help you uncover one’s God-given calling- while also giving leaders a glimpse of how their platform can transform congregations through purpose-driven discipleship.
If you are new to learning about Redemption, we would love to hear from you and answer any questions. This inquiry form lets us know about your interest and requests the Student Handbook and Course Catalog so you can start with Redemption today.
Providence Christian College
Graduates of Providence Christian College can continue their theological education without putting their lives on hold. At Redemption Seminary, you can pursue an accredited Master of Arts in Biblical Studies while staying active in your calling. With no high-stress exams and just 30 minutes a day, deepen your biblical knowledge through structured study, valuable digital resources, and guidance from Reformed mentors—chosen by you.
Graduates of Providence Christian College are encouraged to apply to Redemption Seminary, where you can work on earning an accredited master’s degree as you work on your career and calling.
You don’t have to put your career or calling on hold while advancing your resume with an accredited Master of Arts in Biblical Studies degree. You can use course videos, readings, and workbook to add structure to your personal Bible study times. It only takes 30 minutes a day to take a productive step forward.
There are no high-stress exams or term papers to worry about, so you can focus on your personal growth.
Stay Equipped in Your Calling
The whole time you are a student, Redemption Seminary provides amazing resources, including a subscription to Logos MAX ($20/mo. value) and a huge digital reference library. All required materials for each course you take are yours to keep.
Choose a Reformed Mentor for Each Course
At Redemption Seminary, you choose the person who will review your work and provide guidance. There are a number of reformed mentor-professors that can provide a consistent perspective with the amazing education that you received at Providence.
Artos Academy
Artos Academy has partnered with Redemption Seminary to allow Artos Academy ’s certificate and course completers the opportunity to earn transfer credits toward a master’s degree. This valuable partnership will save you time and money!
Like Artos Academy, Redemption Seminary’s courses are 100% online and self-paced so they fit in your busy lifestyle. You will work with a mentor each week to discuss and apply what you are learning. With transfer credit from Artos Academy, you could complete an MA in Biblical Studies in 2-3 years!
Additionally, the ministry offers educational programs, including a caregiver program with potential transfer credit opportunities.
Redemption Seminary is delighted to be a partner with Artos Academy. (Formally, our Daily Bread University)
Check out the Artos Academy Blog post about Redemption.
Learners who have benefited from Artos Academy courses can apply for up to 9 credits toward Redemption Seminary’s Master of Arts in Biblical Studies program. Each student’s prior learning will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and credit will be awarded to those who demonstrate that they have already achieved the learning outcomes of Redemption courses through their studies and ministry experiences.
How It Works
ARTOS Certificate Programs (apply for up to 6 Credits)
Artos Academy students who complete the Foundations for Biblical Ministry Certificate OR the Bible Journey Certificate program can apply for up to six credits toward Research Studies electives in Redemption’s Master of Arts in Biblical Studies program.
Apply for 3 Additional Credits
Students who have completed other Artos Academy courses can apply for 3 more credits to replace one equivalent course in Redemption’s Master of Arts in Biblical Studies program.
Applying to Redemption Seminary
Academic Eligibility
As a graduate school, Redemption Seminary must maintain an admission policy for its master’s program that requires an accredited undergraduate degree. However, each year, Redemption can offer a limited number of qualified exceptions to this policy for those who can demonstrate prior learning equivalent to an undergraduate degree. Courses completed at Artos Academy may be considered as evidence to support an admissions exception.
No prerequisite is required to take non-graded courses.
Process
Artos Academy and Redemption Seminary are separate institutions. It is necessary to apply to Redemption Seminary independently.
You Can Take ODBU and Redemption Courses at the Same Time
You can work within the Artos and Redemption programs simultaneously, but you will want to finish the Artos Academy courses before applying for transfer credit. This means completing the eligible Artos Academy courses that fulfill the requirements for Redemption courses by the time you get to these courses in the Redemption program. With credit applied, you would be able to skip these courses.
How Long Will It Take to Complete the Redemption Program?
Redemption Seminary courses take about 15 hours per week if you want to complete them in 7 weeks. The Redemption program, at its fastest, consists of 12 eight-week terms (although completing the Artos Academy certificate could reduce this to 10 terms). So this would result in 1 3/4 years (one course at a time). Many students prefer working through most of the course material before meeting with a mentor, to have maximum flexibility and ensure that they will complete everything by their last mentor session. It would be normal for a student to complete applicable Artos Academy courses and the Redemption program concurrently in 2-3 years.
Benefits of Redemption
Lectures recorded from well-known scholars
Start immediately and work at your own pace (100% online)
Workbook approach
Weekly individual meetings with mentors you choose (assess work in a conversational setting rather than high-stakes exams)
All materials (books) included. Logos Redemption Library is gifted upon graduation to students who complete all of the MABS courses. If TH712 and RS731 are skipped, students have the option to receive the library if they pay a $400 library fee ($200 per skipped course) charged at the time of graduation. This is optional and only needs to be paid if you want to keep the library.
Next Steps
You can get started today by letting us know about your interest and requesting the Student Handbook and Course Catalog with this Inquiry form.
LearnLogos
At Redemption Seminary, we want our students to get the most out of their Logos digital library—a powerful tool for biblical research and study. While we provide training within our courses and offer periodic sessions led by Logos staff, we also recognize that mastering Logos takes time and dedicated learning.
That’s why we highly recommend LearnLogos.com
Recommended Partner
At Redemption Seminary, we want our students to get the most out of their Logos digital library and software—a powerful tool for biblical research and study. While we provide training within our courses and offer periodic sessions led by Logos staff, we also recognize that mastering Logos takes time and dedicated learning.
That’s why we highly recommend LearnLogos.com, led by John Fallahee, as a trusted resource for deepening your understanding of Logos. With decades of experience, John has helped countless students and ministry leaders organize, navigate, and fully utilize the features of Logos for more effective study and sermon preparation.
At LearnLogos.com, you’ll find:
✅ Comprehensive training videos covering every aspect of Logos
✅ Step-by-step tutorials to improve your workflow and efficiency
✅ Self-paced learning from the comfort of your home
If you’re ready to take your Logos skills to the next level, we encourage you to explore LearnLogos.com and make the most of this incredible tool!
Dr. Heiser’s AWKNG School of Theology & Redemption Seminary
Find out how you can get six master’s level transfer credits at Redemption Seminary for your Awakening School of Theology and Ministry certificate. This provides a path to an accredited master’s degree even if you don’t have an undergraduate degree.
Dr. Heiser was a founding board member of Redemption Seminary (accredited). One of the goals was to provide an affordable and realistic way for graduates of the AWKNG School of Theology (ASOT) to earn an accredited master’s degree without leaving their local community or going into debt. As we developed this program, we learned of many benefits it provides that the traditional model doesn’t (such as live, individualized mentoring included with each course).
ASOT students can apply for up to 9 credits toward Redemption Seminary’s Master of Arts in Biblical Studies program (accredited). The Seminary has welcomed and granted credit to many ASOT students.
How It Works
6 Credit Transfer
ASOT students who have completed the AWKNG Certificate of Biblical Studies can apply for 6 transfer credits to replace the ninth mentored course (RS731) in Redemption’s Master of Arts in Biblical Studies program.
ASOT Courses
Unseen Realm 101 (Heiser)
Unseen Realm 102 (Heiser)
Contemporary Postmodern Apologetics 201–OT (Heiser)
Contemporary Postmodern Apologetics 202–NT (Bass)
3 Credit Transfer
ASOT students who have completed all of the following theology courses can apply for 3 transfer credits to replace TH712 Theology of God & Creation in Redemption’s Master of Arts in Biblical Studies program.
ASOT Courses
The Attributes of God (Heiser)
The Divine Christ (Capes)
The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Muddamalle)
What is the Gospel (Phelps)
Applying to Redemption Seminary
Academic Eligibility
As a graduate school, Redemption Seminary must maintain an admission policy for its master’s program that requires an undergraduate degree. However, Redemption can offer qualified exceptions to this policy for those who can demonstrate prior learning equivalent to an undergraduate degree.
No prerequisite is required to take unmentored courses.
Process
AWKNG School of Theology and Redemption Seminary are separate institutions. You’ll need to apply to each one independently.
You Can take ASOT and Redemption courses at the Same Time
You can work within the two programs simultaneously, but you will want to finish the ASOT courses before applying for transfer credit. This means completing the eligible ASOT courses that fulfill the requirements for TH712 and/or RS731 by the time you get to these courses in the Redemption program. With credit applied, you would be able to skip these courses.
How Long Will It Take to Complete the Redemption Program?
Redemption Seminary courses take about 15 hours per week if you want to complete them in 7 weeks. The Redemption program at its fastest is 12 eight-week terms (but the AWKNG certificate removes two of those terms). So this would result in 1 3/4 years (one course at a time). Most people prefer to protect themselves (ensuring that they will complete everything by their last mentor session) by working through the course material before meeting with a mentor. It would be normal for a student to complete both the AWKNG certificate and the Redemption program concurrently in 2-3 years.
You can learn more about the Redemption Seminary’s academic calendar in the student handbook.
Benefits of Redemption
Earn an accredited degree
Lectures recorded from well-known scholars
Start immediately and work at your own pace (100% online)
Low-stress workbook approach
Weekly individual meetings with mentors you choose (assess work in a conversational setting rather than high-stakes exams)
All materials (books) are included. Logos Redemption Library is gifted upon graduation to students who complete all of the MABS courses. If TH712 and RS731 are skipped, students have the option to receive the library if they pay a $400 library fee ($200 per skipped course) charged at the time of graduation. This is optional and only needs to be paid if you want to keep the library.
Low cost
Next Steps
Start the conversation today by letting us know about your interest and requesting the Student Handbook and Course Catalog with this Inquiry form.
