Description
The Bible and Theology Department provides instruction in the Word of God, the tools necessary for personal study of that Word, the biblical philosophy which provides a solid foundation for living, and the scriptural motivation to put into practice scriptural standards and precepts.
Programs
- Bible & Theology, Baccalaureate Degree
- Bible & Theology / Pastoral Studies, Baccalaureate Degree & Master of Divinity Degree combined
- See Ministry Studies page for Associate’s Degree in Ministry Studies, Bible & Theology track
- Bible Track, One-Year Certificate
- Life Track, One-Year Certificate
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Bible & Theology Objectives
Bible & Theology Students will…
- Will possess basic biblical and theological facts as a foundation for meditation, teaching, and further study.
- Will accurately analyze, interpret, and apply biblical passages in a continuing commitment to personal Bible study.
- Will understand Scripture as the ultimate authority for their worldview and lifestyle.
- Will acquire a knowledge and understanding of God and His Word that will enhance and maintain a life-time of close, personal, and obedient relationship with Christ and His Church.
- Who choose to enter graduate/seminary study will acquire a solid education foundation to do so.
Bible & Theology Planners
Bible & Theology Bachelor of Science (Major/Minor)
Bible & Theology Bachelor of Arts (Major/Minor)
Bible & Theology Faculty
![Ian Bacon](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Ian-Bacon-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Ian Bacon
M.Div.
Program Director of Bible & Theology, Assistant Professor of Bible & Theology
![Dr. Jordan Ballard](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Headshot-1.jpg?resize=500%2C500&ssl=1)
Dr. Jordan Ballard
M.A.R., M.R.E., M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
![Dr. Thomas Baurain](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Dr-Tom-Baurain-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Dr. Thomas Baurain
Th.M., D.Min.
Bible & Theology, Professor Emeritus
![Dr. James Clark](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/New-Faculty-Headshots-7.jpg?resize=500%2C500&ssl=1)
Dr. James Clark
M.Div., Ph.D.
Distinguished Guest Lecturer, President Emeritus
![Dr. Mike Dodds](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Dr-Mike-Dodds-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Dr. Mike Dodds
Th.M.,D.Min.
Dean of the Seminary, Director of the CU Press, Professor of Ministry Studies
![Dr. Dan Fabricatore](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/New-Faculty-Headshots-2.jpg?resize=332%2C332&ssl=1)
Dr. Dan Fabricatore
Th.M, Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
![Dr. Daniel Goepfrich](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/daniel-goepfrich-2.jpg?resize=500%2C500&ssl=1)
Dr. Daniel Goepfrich
Th.M.,D.Min.
Adjunct Faculty, Greek
![Dr. Alexander Granados](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Dr-Alexander-Granados-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Dr. Alexander Granados
M. Div., Th.M., Ph.D.
President and Professor of Bible, Theology & Intercultural Studies
![Dr. Gary Gromacki](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Dr-Gary-Gromacki-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Dr. Gary Gromacki
Th.M., D. Min., Ph.D.
Department Chair of Bible & Theology, Director of the Ph.D. in Bible & Theology Program, Professor of Bible & Theology
![Dr. Wayne House](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/New-Faculty-Headshots-19.jpg?resize=500%2C500&ssl=1)
Dr. Wayne House
M.Div., Th.M., M.A., Th.D., J.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
![Dr. Jeremy Lyon](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Dr-Jeremy-Lyon-3.jpg?resize=600%2C600&ssl=1)
Dr. Jeremy Lyon
M.Div., Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
![Dr. Neil Nelson](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/faculty-staff-headshot-60-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Dr. Neil Nelson
M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D.
Bible & Theology, Professor Emeritus
![Dr. Michael Stallard](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/New-Faculty-Headshots-18.jpg?resize=392%2C392&ssl=1)
Dr. Michael Stallard
M.Div., S.T.M., Ph.D.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
![Dr. Luther Smith](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Dr-Luther-Smith-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Dr. Luther Smith
MA., M.A., Psy.D.
Dean of the College, Department Chair of Biblical Counseling, Associate Professor of Biblical Counseling
![Joel Williamson](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Joel-Williamson-scaled.jpg?resize=1080%2C1080&ssl=1)
Joel Williamson
Th.M.
Adjunct Faculty, Bible & Theology
Bible & Theology
Departmental Blog
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CU’s focus on the Bible has kept Williamson for 39 years
Joel Williamson speaking in a recentChapel.“This isn't just a school. It's a training ground.” Joel Williamson has been teaching at Calvary University for thirty-nine years. “I stayed at Calvary because Calvary was doing what needs to be done,” Williamson...
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Exegetical Paper on Mark 12:28–34 –– Student Paper
Rachel Carlson, a student who recently took BI115 Bible Study/Hermeneutics, writes an excellent paper on Mark 12:28–34 walking through ten basic exegetical steps discovering the meaning and application of the passage.
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CU-backed Film Being Honored
"Faith on the Edge" to compete for Feature Documentary Award"Faith on the Edge," a documentary film backed by Calvary University in 2019, has been honored as an official selection by the Christian Worldview Film Festival based in Nashville, Tennessee. The film was...
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The Baby’s Name
"For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us... And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:5-6When I first heard the magnificent strains of “Unto Us a Child is Born” from Handel’s Messiah, I...
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Waiting
"Rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him." Psalm 37:7Karen Hange is the Program Director of Elementary Education and Assistant Professor of Elementary Education at Calvary University Waiting. It is not something many of us like to do. We live in a world where we...
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What’s in a Name?
The names and titles for God found in the Bible are carefully brushed strokes on the canvas of God’s most awesome work: The revelation of Himself.Shakespeare’s Juliet asked, “What’s in a name?” The irony of the question lies in the fact that her name was her biggest...
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Norm Baker Named 2019 Alumnus of the Year
"It was all for God's glory!" Norm Baker, adjunct faculty member in the Bible and Theology Department, was given the Calvary University (CU) Alumnus of the Year Award at the 2019 Commencement ceremony on May 11. “It was all for God’s glory,” said Baker as he accepted...