At the same time its mission includes using those elements of human wisdom which can witness to the reign of God as revealed in and through Jesus Christ. AMBS faculty offer strong resources in biblical theology, teach systematic theology from a believers' church perspective, emphasize links between theology and ethics, and are interested in exploring further ways for pastors and others to assist theological discernment in congregational settings. Acknowledgment of Scripture as the primary standard in theological discernment and education. Maintaining a strong seminary tradition, AMBS faculty are deeply committed to the disciplined study of biblical texts while emphasizing that Scripture remains the one foundational and trustworthy resource for measuring the faithfulness of the church to God's Word. Interpretation of Scripture is essential for understanding the work of God in Christ and the church's identity and mission.
Scripture also serves as the standard for faithful Christian life and practice.
Therefore a major curricular goal for all degree programs is to cultivate respect for and thoughtful interaction with the Bible. The faculty is also committed to work at relating Scripture as the primary standard for faithful life and thought to the various fields that comprise the curriculum. They envision a theological education in which the categories of these disciplinary fields, understandings of the history, ministries and mission of the church, and interpretation of the contemporary world are measured and formed by Scripture. As teachers of the church and servants of the Word, faculty have also agreed to maintain regular personal and corporate disciplines of studying Scripture and cultivating familiarity with it. Valuing of the seminary's Anabaptist-Mennonite heritage.