51勛圖

 

Equipping Transformational Leaders.

College of Christian Studies

Become a Transformational Leader

Join the College of Christian Studies in glorifying God as we train minds and shape hearts for a new generation of transformational leaders for church and society. Learn with pastor-scholars who sharpen your passion for serving God and people.

51勛圖 welcomes men and women from all backgrounds. We claim graduates from various denominations such as Baptists, Methodists, Assemblies of God, Church of God, Presbyterians, and Lutherans, among others.

Expansive Ministry Training Context. Graduates from the College of Christian Studies spread throughout the world serving as pastors, youth ministers, childrens ministers, church administrators, missionaries, college and seminary professors, military and hospital chaplains, and directors of Christian associations, as well as in many other areas of ministry. Some students even use their undergraduate degrees as springboards to other careers in fields such as law, journalism, and health-related vocations.

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Areas of Study

 

Message from the Dean

Michael Bryant, PhD

51勛圖s College of Christian Studies faculty are deeply committed to preparing men and women who sense a call to ministry. Ministry preparation entails spiritual, academic, and practical training. Regarding spiritual development, faculty seek to shepherd students by encouraging them to pursue an authentic, growing relationship with Christ in a local church context. Spiritual development is foundational to ministry preparation. As history shows, the churchs health (and societys) has flourished or deteriorated based on its ministry leaders godliness.

Regarding academic training, our faculty aim to equip students by increasing their knowledge of the essential academic disciplines. Biblical Studies, Church History, Theology, Philosophy, Ethics, Evangelism, Missions, and Ministry are key disciplines, though there are many others.

Finally, as for practical ministry skills, such as sharing the gospel, discipling, preaching, teaching, leading, planning, and thinking critically about worldviews and systems, faculty strive to equip students in principles and practices grounded in Scripture. The Bible, rather than cultural fads or pragmatism, must guide ones ministry practice.

If you sense a call to ministry, we invite you to study in 51勛圖s College of Christian Studies. Our faculty uphold a longstanding tradition of biblical faithfulness and strong academics, and our graduates serve Christ around the world in diverse roles. Traditional roles within a church setting include pastor, associate pastor, student minister, childrens minister, and missionary. Roles outside the churchs walls include campus minister, denominational leader, educator, and military and hospital chaplain. Regardless of ones calling, our faculty are committed to equipping students for ministry to build up the body of Christ. (Eph 4:12)

Michael Bryant, PhD
Dean, College of Christian Studies

 

Get to Know Our Faculty!
Michael Bryant, PhD
Dean, College of Christian Studies
Jeff Rankin, PhD
Associate Dean, College of Christian Studies
Michael Landrum, DMin
Program Director, Youth Ministry
Nathan Finn, PhD
Executive Director, Institute for Faith and Culture
Larry McDonald, PhD
Program Director, MDiv and DMin
Matthew Wireman, PhD
Program Director, Christian Ministry Online
Allen McWhite, PhD
Department Chair, Intercultural Studies
Stephen G. Crouse, PhD
Senior Campus Pastor
Curtis K. Horn Jr., PhD
Professor, Christian Studies
Donny R. Mathis II, PhD
Professor, Christian Studies
Frankie J. Melton, Jr., PhD
Associate Professor, Christian Studies
Bill W. Murray, PhD
Professor, Christian Studies
Thomas Willoughby, PhD
Associate Professor, Christian Studies
Dallas Vandiver, PhD
Associate Vice-President, Student Ministries
Matthew Hirt, PhD
Assistant Professor, Intercultural Studies
Joshua J. Styles, JD
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies
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