Biblical Foundations -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry program will demonstrate knowledge of the Christian Scriptures and an ability to interpret Scripture according to reasonable hermeneutical principles. Special attention is given to extracting truths from Scripture for application of biblical content to life and ministry.

• Analyze the history, literature, and theology of the Old Testament.
• Analyze the history, literature, and theology of the New Testament.
• Analyze, interpret, and apply the Bible to life and ministry.
• Articulate a biblical understanding of God as Creator and Redeemer.
• Articulate the biblical concept of the Kingdom of God.

Historical and Theological Foundations -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry program will be able to exhibit a basic knowledge of biblical history, biblical literature, and Christian theology, and will be able apply these foundations in contemporary expressions of ministry.

• Analyze historical Christian orthodoxy.
• Apply Christian theology and historical insight to life and ministry.
• Articulate theological method that is biblically faithful.
• Articulate the nature and mission of the New Testament church in Scripture.

Moral and Spiritual Formation -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry program will demonstrate an understanding of moral and spiritual formation, giving special attention to the practice of spiritual disciplines in life and church leadership. Graduates will engage in a process of developing a Christ-like character through spiritual formation practices and relationships within the church and community.

• Examine the biblical qualifications of ministry and leadership in relation to morality and character formation.
• Identify the principles of Christian ethics as they apply to ministry.
• Examine the foundations of communal and personal spiritual formation.
• Examine the biblical foundations of discipleship and their application within life and ministry.

Contextualization -
Graduates of the Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies program will be able to effectively and respectfully assess Christian practices in diverse cultural settings.

• Describe the practice of Christianity in various cultures.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the principles for contextualizing Christianity within culturally diverse situations.

Worship Leadership -
Graduates of the Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies program will be able to assess the development of Christian worship and its current application within Christian traditions.

• Describe the historical development of Christian theology and practice as it relates to worship.
• Analyze the relationship between Christian doctrine and the ministry of worship within a particular Christian tradition.
• Communicate/express the gospel clearly and effectively through multiple modes of communication.
• Design a biblically faithful and contextually appropriate corporate worship experience.
• Identify the relationship between the gospel message and personal and corporate worship.
• Describe Christian worship practices in various historical and contemporary cultures.
• Demonstrate an awareness of the principles for contextualizing Christian worship within culturally diverse contexts.
• Identify ways in which various media contribute to Christian worship experiences.