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Program Overview
The Missions major at ĵ prepares students to participate in God’s mission among all peoples. Rooted in Scripture and the gospel, the program equips students to engage cultures with humility, wisdom, and a deep commitment to Christ’s mission in the world.
Students explore the biblical and theological foundations of mission while developing practical skills for cross-cultural ministry. Through classroom learning, mentorship, and real-world ministry experiences, students learn to understand cultures, communicate the gospel faithfully, and serve effectively in diverse contexts.
Graduates are prepared for a variety of missional vocations, both globally and locally, as they seek to be agents of transformation and participate in God’s redemptive work among the nations.
All four-year Johnson students complete two majors: one in Bible and Theology and one in their chosen field, such as Missions. Transfer students with substantial prior coursework may complete a reduced set of Bible and Theology requirements instead of the major. Learn more about the Bible and Theology curriculum here.


Curriculum
- Cultural Anthropology
- Foundations of Biblical Preaching
- Theories and Practices of Biblical Teaching
- Second Language & Culture Acquisition
- Introduction to Intercultural Studies
- Intercultural Communication
- Teaching Cross-Culturally
- Strategies for Intercultural Engagement
- Cross-Cultural Internship Preparation
- Cross-Cultural Internship
- Cross-Cultural Internship Assessment
- God’s Story–Our Story
- Living & Leading Cross-Culturally
- Church Planting and Discipleship
- Intercultural Studies or Ministry Elective
What can you do with a Missions degree?
Career Outlook
- Missionary (of course!)
- Community Health Evangelism
- Missions Ministry
- Parachurch Leadership
- Community Development

