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
![The Theological Significance of a Literal Creation Account, Part 4](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/beautiful-dark-evening-29435.jpg?resize=1080%2C675&ssl=1)
The Theological Significance of a Literal Creation Account, Part 4
How important is a literal creation account for one’s theology? If the creation account were not literally true, it was either just Moses’ conjecture or it was a myth he repeated. If what we read in Genesis 1–11 were not literally true, what difference would it make...
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The Theological Significance of a Literal Creation Account, Part 3
How important is a literal creation account for one’s theology? If the creation account were not literally true, it was either just Moses’ conjecture or it was a myth he repeated. If what we read in Genesis 1–11 were not literally true, what difference would it make...
![Torah Scroll Given to Calvary University](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/TB-Barb-and-Ken-Larson-crop.png?resize=1080%2C675&ssl=1)
Torah Scroll Given to Calvary University
Dr. Teddy Bitner, Chief Academic Officer of Calvary University (far left), and Dr. Gary Gromacki, Director of the PhD Program in Bible and Theology at CU (far right), holding the Torah scroll gifted to CU by Ken & Barb Larson (middle) of God's Ancient Library,...
![The Theological Significance of a Literal Creation Account, Part 4](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/beautiful-dark-evening-29435.jpg?resize=1080%2C675&ssl=1)
The Theological Significance of a Literal Creation Account, Part 2
How important is a literal creation account for one’s theology? If the creation account were not literally true, it was either just Moses’ conjecture or it was a myth he repeated. If what we read in Genesis 1–11 were not literally true, what difference would it make...
![The Theological Significance of a Literal Creation Account, Part 4](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/beautiful-dark-evening-29435.jpg?resize=1080%2C675&ssl=1)
The Theological Significance of a Literal Creation Account, Part 1
How important is a literal creation account for one’s theology? If the creation account were not literally true, it was either just Moses’ conjecture or it was a myth he repeated. If what we read in Genesis 1–11 were not literally true, what difference would it make...
![Christian Leaders Conference Focuses on Reality of Creation](https://i0.wp.com/www.calvary.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/CLConference.jpg?w=1080&ssl=1)
Christian Leaders Conference Focuses on Reality of Creation
Weekly Portraits of Calvary LifeOn February 8, Christian leaders and Calvary students gathered for a one-day conference focused on creation. Dr. Baurain taught the first session, and Dr. Cone spoke on how to use the truth about creation in evangelism and...
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PhD in Bible and Theology Program Begins at Calvary
PhD in Bible and Theology Program Begins at Calvary University Groundbreaking, Dual-Discipline PhD Program Officially Started This Week with a Greek Intensive The first class in the new PhD in Bible and Theology program at Calvary University met on January 15,...