Graduate Interview, Hanna Seymour
Congratulations to Hanna Seymour!
Hanna graduated with a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies as part of the 2025 graduating class from Redemption Seminary. Hanna is an author, podcast host, and busy mother who is a bright light and a leader in women’s ministries.
Student Details
Age Range: 30s, Location: Tennessee
Previous Education: Master’s Degree in Education
Career & Ministry Service: Hanna is an author, Bible teacher, podcast producer, and host passionate about helping women walk faithfully with Jesus in their everyday lives.
Check out her books!
Graduating Class: 2025
Use of Degree: Growth in her current ministries and teaching. “I want to do my part to learn as much as I can, to allow the Lord to grow me in the ways He desires, in the hopes that I can pour out what I’ve learned so that others may follow.”
Questions and Her Answers When She Started
Why did you choose Redemption Seminary?
For several reasons! 1) I am familiar with Logos and was excited about a seminary that was built specifically for online learning, not a brick-and-mortar trying to figure out online learning. 2) The price cannot be beat. 3) The program structure (self-paced, online, mentor-professors, etc.) is the best fit for my season of life. 4) The ability to learn from experts in their respective fields from all over the world (Logos Ed profs). 5) The unique high-touch aspect of Redemption’s program through weekly mentoring. I couldn’t be more excited about Redemption!
What excites you about earning your degree through Redemption Seminary?
I love that Redemption is interdenominational. I am looking forward to being challenged and encouraged in growing deeper in knowledge, understanding, and application of who God is-- how that will affect me personally as well as influence my ability to minister to and disciple others.
What Hanna has to say about her experience after she graduated
In this short interview, Dr. Joel Wingo (Redemption Seminary Academic Dean) interviews Hanna about her experience. Here are some of the questions that you will hear answers to.
How did you celebrate your achievement? (0:0)
We had a ceremony/celebration at my house with family and friends. We dressed up in our regalia. My dad said some words about the achievement and publicly presented the diploma.
Hanna mentioned that it was an unofficial ceremony, but it actually was “official.” The student handbook encourages graduates to plan their own commencement ceremony. They could be at home, at an event center, or as part of a church service. Way to go, Hanna.
What led you to start the program? (2:39)
I wanted seminary training to help with writing. I just never thought it was possible with young children.
James 3:1 Teachers are held to a higher standard, so we need to be careful in our teaching of others.
I wanted to understand the reasons behind different interpretations and traditions within the church.
Why were you interested in a multi-denominational seminary? (5:56)
I wanted to know why there are different interpretations and the reasons for their positions. As Christians, it is essential to engage with differences respectfully.
Did the program help you distinguish primary and secondary issues? (7:30)
Yes, and I learned where to go to dig more deeply into these issues.
What was your favorite course (the course that had the most benefit)? (8:32)
All of them were tremendous.
The course I refer to most in my writing was the first course on Spiritual Formation for Ministry Leaders, because it has such critical applications.
The discipleship course that helps identify your community’s needs helped launch my most recent book, “Everyday Spiritual Habits.”
What practice advice do you have for others for completing the program or working through courses? (10:30)
Figure out how and when you will do the work. I had a strict schedule for myself with a bit of time in the morning and a little time in the evening. I found that I was most comfortable working through four of the seven units of a course before meeting with my mentor. This also helped me review and refresh my understanding of what I studied, which improved retention.
I built in breaks for the holidays.
Once my schedule was set up, the process was as straightforward as paint-by-numbers.
What are your future plans? (14:40)
I am planning to pursue a PhD in biblical exposition
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