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Riker Koempel — Flexibility and Rigor

“Redemption Seminary provided the perfect balance of academic rigor and flexibility that allowed me to work full-time, be an engaged Father and Husband, and serve my church while pursuing meaningful education.”

Riker Koempel, MABS Graduate | Washington

“Redemption Seminary provided the perfect balance of academic rigor and flexibility that allowed me to work full-time, be an engaged Father and Husband, and serve my church while pursuing meaningful education.”

Riker Koempel, MABS Graduate

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Eugene Smith — Recommendation

“For any ministry professional or student seeking an education rooted in biblical authority, technical excellence, and genuine community care, I wholeheartedly endorse Redemption Seminary.”

Eugene Smith, MABS Graduate | Pennsylvania

“For any ministry professional or student seeking an education rooted in biblical authority, technical excellence, and genuine community care, I wholeheartedly endorse Redemption Seminary.”

Eugene Smith, MABS Graduate

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Adam Holzer — Mentor Investment

“Redemption Seminary has been one of the most formative educational experiences I've had, not simply because of the academic content, but because of the investment its faculty make in their students. Throughout the program, I felt known, supported, and genuinely invested in. That kind of personal mentorship is rare and is one of Redemption Seminary's greatest strengths.”

Adam Holzer, MABS Graduate, MDiv Student | Florida

“Redemption Seminary has been one of the most formative educational experiences I've had, not simply because of the academic content, but because of the investment its faculty make in their students. Throughout the program, I never felt like just another student completing assignments. I felt known, supported, and genuinely invested in. That kind of personal mentorship is increasingly rare and is one of Redemption Seminary's greatest strengths.”

Adam Holzer, MABS Graduate, MDIV Student

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Bob Ross — Mentoring

“When I reflect on my time at Redemption Seminary, I see many ways the Lord used the material and the mentorship to encourage and grow me.”

Bob Ross, MABS Graduate | California

“When I reflect on my time at Redemption Seminary, I see many ways the Lord used the material and the mentorship to encourage and grow me.”

Bob Ross, MABS Graduate

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Terry Zeigler — Learning and Growth

“The growth—your own spiritual formation, your own spiritual growth—man, it’s invaluable.”

Terry Zeigler, MABS Graduate | Kansas

“The growth—your own spiritual formation, your own spiritual growth—man, it’s invaluable.”

Terry Zeigler, MABS Graduate

Terry initially pursued seminary largely for personal growth and reconnection with Scripture. Looking back after graduation, he describes spiritual formation as one of the program’s most valuable outcomes.

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Eugene Smith — Mentoring

“The mentorship at Redemption is a cornerstone of its mission. Rather than navigating studies in isolation, students receive steadfast guidance and active championing from faculty mentors who care deeply about both academic growth and spiritual formation.”

Eugene Smith, MABS Graduate | Pennsylvania

“The mentorship at Redemption is a cornerstone of its mission. Rather than navigating studies in isolation, students receive steadfast guidance and active championing from faculty mentors who care deeply about both academic growth and spiritual formation.”

Eugene Smith, MABS Graduate

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Hanna Seymour — Biblical Interpretation

“I feel much more equipped to say, ‘Let’s talk about that passage. These are the three most common interpretations, and this is why.’”

Hanna Seymour, MABS Graduate | Tennessee

“I feel much more equipped to say, ‘Let’s talk about that passage. These are the three most common interpretations, and this is why.’”

Hanna Seymour, MABS Graduate

Some practical outcomes of her studies: greater ability to identify, understand, and explain competing interpretations of difficult passages. Her academic growth directly affects her teaching and ministry.

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Adam Holzer — Recommendation

“If you're looking for a seminary that combines academic rigor with intentional pastoral formation and meaningful faculty relationships, I wholeheartedly recommend Redemption Seminary.”

Adam Holzer, MABS Graduate, MDiv Student | Florida

“If you're looking for a seminary that combines academic rigor with intentional pastoral formation and meaningful faculty relationships, I wholeheartedly recommend Redemption Seminary.”

Adam Holzer, MABS Graduate, MDIV Student

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Hanna Seymour — Fit for busy life

“I just don’t think I ever thought I’d be able to fit it in while I had three kids under three and a half years old—but here we are.”

Hanna Seymour, MABS Graduate | Tennessee

“I just don’t think I ever thought I’d be able to fit it in while I had three kids under three and a half years old—but here we are.”

Hanna Seymour, MABS Graduate

Hanna began the program while raising three very young children and already carrying significant work, ministry, and family responsibilities. Her experience directly addresses a common concern: whether graduate theological education can realistically fit into an already full adult life.

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Terry Zeigler — Achievability

“To somebody like me who had no theology at all, I would say you can do it.”

Terry Zeigler, MABS Graduate | Kansas

“To somebody like me who had no theology at all, I would say you can do it.”

Terry Zeigler, MABS Graduate

Terry entered the program with no formal background in ministry or theology and initially found graduate theological study intimidating. However, once he started working through the preparation steps and meeting with mentors, he succeeded.

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Eugene Smith — Ministry Application

“Redemption Seminary provides a deeply faithful theological education that successfully bridges the gap between academic study and practical ministry.”

Eugene Smith, MABS Graduate | Pennsylvania

“Redemption Seminary provides a deeply faithful theological education that successfully bridges the gap between academic study and practical ministry.”

Eugene Smith, MABS Graduate

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Bob Ross — Recommendation

“If anyone is contemplating a quality Seminary education, I would encourage them to prayerfully consider this Seminary.”

Bob Ross, MABS Graduate | California

“If anyone is contemplating a quality Seminary education, I would encourage them to prayerfully consider this Seminary.”

Bob Ross, MABS Graduate

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Terry Lee — Learning

“If you want to truly learn to study instead of studying for a mere ‘passing’ grade, this Redemption program is for you. This program will allow you to delve deep into any theological subject matter without being penalized. Each mentor session is invaluable.”

Terry Lee, MABS Graduate | Texas

“If you want to truly learn to study instead of studying for a mere ‘passing’ grade, this Redemption program is for you. This program will allow you to delve deep into any theological subject matter without being penalized. Each mentor session is invaluable.”

Terry Lee, MABS Graduate

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Hanna Seymour — Purpose (Biblical Training)

“I knew I wanted to pursue a seminary degree for greater training to help me as I’m writing books and Bible studies and teaching the Bible.”

Hanna Seymour, MABS Graduate | Tennessee

“I knew I wanted to pursue a seminary degree for greater training to help me as I’m writing books and Bible studies and teaching the Bible.”

Hanna Seymour, MABS Graduate

Hanna was already actively writing and teaching Scripture when she enrolled, so she was not pursuing the degree merely to enter ministry later. She saw the value of formal theological education for people already serving who want to become more careful, informed, and effective in that calling.

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