CBTS
Professor of Biblical Theology and Exegesis
My preparation for the ministry seemed to begin almost immediately after I trusted Christ during my senior year of High School. The Lord used Cathy, my high school sweetheart, who is now my wife to lead me to Christ (Heb 10:11-13). From the outset she shared my burden for ministry and has lovingly stood by me through Bible college, seminary, days of ministry, and years of doctoral work (Prov 31).
Cathy and I began our family toward the end of my seminary days. Jason, our oldest, is now working as an architect in Norfolk. Our daughter, Alison, finished an associates degree and is working at a local insurance agency. Our children have truly been our delight. As a family we love to spend time at the beach. Eating out, finding a good cup of coffee, entertaining, and yard work are things Cathy and I enjoy.
I am blessed to be involved in preparing students for a ministry of the Word. Although the responsibility is overwhelming at times, the Lord's resources are sweet and satisfying (Isa 41:10-13).
My particular interest in biblical studies is the older Testament, its language and the canonical section referred to as the Former Prophets. My interest is related to the positive life influences of a pastor and seminary professors who loved the Old Testament, who preached it accurately, who modeled a sound hermeneutic, and who had a love for the church.
Education
B.S., Lancaster Bible College, Lancaster, PA
M.Div., Th.M., Baptist Bible Seminary, Clarks-Summit, PA
Th.D., Central Baptist Theological Seminary, MN
Additional Studies
Westminster Theological Seminary
Ministry
Pastoral Ministry, 6 years
Instructor, Bible Baptist School of Theology, West Chester, PA, 8 years
Teaching Ministries in Russia
Non Published Works
Th.M., "Daniel 7 and the Use of Apocalyptic Literature"
Th.D., "A Genre Analysis of Joshua 1-12 as Covenant Military History"
Publication
Contributor, Dictionary of Biblical Imagery, Inter-Varsity Press