The CUGN professors form one of the most extensive biblical teaching staffs in the world. Made up of over 70 scholars, the CUGN professors hold the highest academic credentials in their fields and are drawn from the finest faculties in the world. They include experts in archaeology, church history, counseling, New and Old Testaments, preaching, and theology.
Collectively, the CUGN professors have contributed to nearly 20 Bible translations and have served on staff for ASCI, Campus Crusade for Christ, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, Navigators, Summit Ministries, and Wycliffe Bible Translators among others. Furthermore, they have been the president of 14 Christian universities and seminaries and the dean at another 15. They include three Gold Medallion Award winners, four editors for Christianity Today, and eight leaders who were elected as president of the Evangelical Theological Society. Passionate about helping believers grow in their faith, they truly are a “Who’s Who in Christianity.”
Dr. Richard Averbeck is professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL, where he has served on the faculty since 1994. He received his B.A. from Calvary Bible College, a M.Div. and M.A. from Grace Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Annenberg Research…
Dr. Wendell K. Babcock is the Former Professor of Music and Bible for the Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music (Cornerstone University) in Grand Rapids, MI, where his passion for young people has been felt by the thousands of acquaintances, students, and colleagues he has touched worldwide. He received…
Dr. Bayer is Professor of New Testament, and Chair of the New Testament Department, Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO Dr. Bayer received his M.A. and M.Div. from Ashland Theological Seminary, and his Ph.D. from the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. Born and raised in Germany, he taught for ten years at the…
Dr. Craig Blomberg is the Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary, in Littleton, CO, where he specializes in New Testament Studies. He received his B.A. from Augustana College, Illinois (with a triple major in mathematics, Spanish, and religion), a M.A. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and a Ph.D. from…
Dr. Darrell L. Bock is Research Professor of New Testament Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, in Dallas, TX, where his special fields of study include the use of the Old Testament in the New and Luke–Acts. He received his B.A. from the University of Texas, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary,…
Dr. J. Oliver Buswell, Jr., is the former President of Wheaton College (Wheaton, Illinois) and Shelton College (New York City, New York) and Dean of Covenant Theological Seminary (St. Louis, Missouri). He earned an A.B. from the University of Minnesota, a B.D. from McCormick Theological Seminary, an M.A. from the University of Chicago,…
Dr. Sid Buzzell is the Dean of the School of Theology at Colorado Christian University in Lakewood, Colorado, where he teaches Bible courses, leadership, and homiletics. He received a B.S. from Philadelphia College of Bible, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Michigan State University.
At Colorado Christian…
Dr. Samuel Canine is the former Chairman and Professor of Pastoral Ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas, where he served for several decades. Dr. Canine received his B.A. at Cedarville College, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and his M.A. and Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University.
Beginning in…
Dr. Scott T. Carroll is former Professor of Ancient History at Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, MI, where he impacted students through his passion for history and archaeology. He is the Founder and Executive Director of the National Bible Museum in Texas. He earned his B.A. at Tennessee Temple University, a…
Dr. Patrick O. Cate is Ambassador at Large and President Emeritus of Christar (formerly International Missions, Inc.) where he serves as a preacher, teacher, and missionary specializing in the Muslim Faith. He received his B.A. from Wheaton College, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Hartford Seminary Foundation.…
Dr. Jonathan Chao was the founder of China Ministries International, an institution dedicated to the research, development, and growth of Christianity in modern China. He received his B.A. from Geneva College, a M.Div. from Westminster Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.
Dr. Chao served as a missionary…
Dr. Harvie M. Conn was Professor of Missions and Director of the Urban Missions Program at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, PA, where he taught missions and apologetics for three decades. He received his B.A. at Calvin College, a B.D. and a Th.M. from Westminster Theological Seminary, and a Litt.D. from…
Dr. Larry J. Crabb is the Founder and Director of NewWay Ministries and the Distinguished Scholar in Residence for Colorado Christian University. He received his B.S. from Ursinus College and an M.A. and a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois.
Renowned for being one of the leading Christian psychologists and authors in…
Dr. John J. Davis is the President and Professor Emeritus at Grace Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, IN, where he impacted students with his Old Testament and Archaeology courses. He received his B.A. from Trinity College, a M.Div., Th.M. and Th.D. from Grace Theological Seminary, and a D.D. from Trinity…
Dr. C. Fred Dickason is the Former Professor of Theology at the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, IL. Dr. Dickason received his B.S. from Iowa State College in Engineering and a Th.M. and Th.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary.
A 1954 graduate of the Moody Bible Institute, Dr. Dickason joined his alma…
Dr. John S. Feinberg is Department Chair and Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL, where he has taught since 1983. He received his B.A. from the University of California, an M.Div. from Talbot Theological Seminary, a Th.M. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and…
Dr. John M. Frame is Department Chairman and Professor of Systematic Theology and Philosophy at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, FL. He received his A.B. from Princeton University, a B.D. from Westminster Theological Seminary, a M.Phil. from Yale University, and a D.D. from Belhaven College.
At Reformed Theological Seminary, Dr. Frame…
Dr. Abraham Friesen is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he has specialized in Renaissance and Reformation History. He received his B.A. from the University of Manitoba, Canada, and a M.A. and Ph.D. from Stanford University.
A champion of the Anabaptist movement, Dr. Friesen has…
Dr. Richard C. Gamble is Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Pittsburgh, PA, where he has engaged students with his teaching since 2005. He earned his B.A. at Westminster College, a M.A. at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, and a Th.D. from Universitat Basel, Switzerland.
At Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary,…
Dr. Kenneth O. Gangel is a former Professor of Christian Education at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, TX. He earned his B.A. from Taylor University, a M.Div. from Grace Theological Seminary, a M.A. from Fuller Theological Seminary, a S.T.M. from Concordia Seminary, a Ph.D. from the University of Missouri, and a…
Dr. John H. Gerstner was former Professor of Church History at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in Pittsburgh, PA, for over 30 years where he was widely regarded as the foremost authority on the life and theology of Jonathan Edwards. He received his B.A. from Westminster College and a M.Div. and Th.M. from Westminster…
Dr. W. Robert Godfrey is the President and Professor of Church History at Westminster Seminary California in Escondido, CA, where he has taught church history since 1981. He received his B.A. from Stanford University, a M.Div. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a M.A. and Ph.D. from Stanford University.
At Westminster Seminary…
Dr. Louis Goldberg is the former Professor of Theology and Jewish Studies at the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, IL. He received his B.S. from the University of Southern California, a B.D. and Th.M. from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary, an M.A. from Roosevelt University, and a Th.D. from Grace Theological…
Dr. Michael P. Green is a former professor of the Moody Bible Institute and Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He received his B.S. from State University of New York at Buffalo in Civil Engineering before beginning his career in Biblical Studies. He earned a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary and a Ph.D.…
Dr. Roger S. Greenway is former Professor of World Missiology at Calvin College in Grand Rapids, MI, where he also served as the Dean of Students and remains active as Missionary in Residence. He received his B.A. from Calvin College, a B.D. and Th.M. from Calvin Theological Seminary, and a…
Dr. James M. Grier is Distinguished Professor of Philosophical Theology at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, MI, and an authority in the area of ethics. He received his B.Th. from Baptist Bible College, a M.Div. from Grace Theological Seminary, a Th.M. from Westminster Theological Seminary, and a Th.D.…
Dr. John D. Hannah is a Distinguished Professor of Historical Theology at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, TX, where he is respected as one of the finest church historians in modern times. He received his B.S. from Philadelphia College of Bible, a Th.M and Th.D from Dallas Theological Seminary, an M.A.…
Dr. R. Laird Harris was former Professor and Department Chair of Old Testament at Covenant Theological Seminary in St. Louis, MO. He received his B.S. from the University of Delaware (with a major in Chemical Engineering), a M.A. from the University of Pennsylvania in Oriental Studies, a Th.B. and Th.M. from…
Dr. Harold W. Hoehner was the Director of Ph.D. Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, in Dallas, TX. He received his B.A. from Barrington College, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, a Th.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Cambridge University. He spent sabbaticals working at the University of Tübingen…
Dr. H. Phillip Hook is the former Dean and Professor of Bible and Philosophy at Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL, where he is known for his spiritual gift of teaching and his propensity to break down and disseminate challenging orthodox Christian doctrines. He received an A.B. from Westmont College and a…
Dr. Terry C. Hulbert is a Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Bible and former Dean at Columbia Biblical Seminary, in Columbia, SC, where he passionately introduced students to the background, culture, and history of the Bible. He received his B.A. from the University of Western Ontario, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological…
Dr. Dennis Johnson is Professor of Practical Theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Escondido, CA, where he has taught since 1982. He earned his B.A. at Westmont College, a M.Div. and Th.M. at Westminster Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Fuller Theological Seminary.
Having spent his first 16 years at Westminster Theological…
Dr. Walter Kaiser, Jr. is President Emeritus and Distinguished Professor of Old Testament and Ethics at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, MA. He received his B.A. and B.D. from Wheaton College, and his M.A. and Ph.D. from Brandeis University.
At Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Dr. Kaiser solidified his reputation as one…
Dr. J. Herbert Kane was Professor at the School of World Mission and Evangelism at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He received a B.A. from Barrington College, a M.A. from Brown University, and a L.H.D. from Barrington College. He is also a graduate of the Moody Bible Institute and was awarded…
Dr. Reggie M. Kidd is a seminary professor and ordained minister. He earned his M.A.R. and M.Div. at Westminster Theological Seminary and his Ph.D. at Duke University. He currently teaches at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. He has published the following books: Wealth and Beneficence in the Pastoral Epistles and How Can I…
Dr. Robert A. Kolb is Mission Professor of Systematic Theology (Emeritus) and Director of the Institute for Mission Studies at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MO, where he has served since 1993. He earned his B.A. from Concordia Senior College, a M.Div. and S.T.M. from Concordia Seminary, and a M.A. and…
Dr. Stuart E. Lease was the third President of Lancaster Bible College in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, from 1961 to 1979. He received his B.A. from Lancaster Bible College, an A.B. from Gordon College, a M.A. from Boston University, and a D.D. from Lancaster Bible College. He also attended the Bible Institute…
Dr. Gordon Lewis is the Senior Professor of Christian and Historical Theology at Denver Seminary, in Littleton, Colorado, where he has impacted Christian Apologetics for more than 50 years. He received his B.A. from Gordon College, a M.Th. from Faith Theological Seminary, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Syracuse University.
At…
Dr. John R. Lillis is Dean and Executive Officer at Bethel Seminary in San Diego, CA, and has served in those positions since 2001. He earned his B.S. at the University of Kentucky, a M.S. at Air Force Institute of Technology, a M.Div. at Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary, and a Ph.D.…
Dr. Harold L. Longenecker is the Director Emeritus of the Rural Home Missionary Association and former Professor and President of Montana Institute of the Bible. He received a Th.M. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a D.D. from Western Baptist Seminary.
The son of a farmer and prison chaplain, Dr. Longenecker…
Dr. Lucy Mabery-Foster was Professor of Pastoral Ministries at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, TX, where she taught for more than a decade. She received her B.A. from Southern Methodist University, a M.A. and Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and her Ph.D. from Texas Women’s University.
Dr. Mabery-Foster served as a…
Dr. Alice Mathews is Academic Dean for Christian University GlobalNet in Grand Rapids, Michigan and Aurora, Colorado. She received her B.A. from Bob Jones University, an M.A. from Michigan State University, and a Ph.D. from Iliff School of Theology/University of Denver.
Since 1970, Dr. Mathews has been involved in women’s ministries…
Dr. Victor M. Matthews is the former Professor of Systematic Theology at Grand Rapids Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, MI, where he ministered to both the hearts and minds of students for more than five decades. Dr. Matthews received a Diploma in Bible from both the Simpson Bible Institute and…
Deb McCormick is the Founder and Executive Director for TEAMedUP, actively consulting teams to think and work better. She received her B.A. in Speech Communication from Louisiana Tech University and a M.A. in Speech Communication Consultancy from Oklahoma State University. She also has extensive professional training from The Bergerac Company,…
Dr. William D. Mounce is the President and Founder of BiblicalTraining.org, and the Vice President of Educational Development at BibleGateway.com. He received his B.A. from Bethel College, St. Paul, MN, a M.A. from Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA, and a Ph.D., from Aberdeen University, Aberdeen, Scotland.
Dr. Mounce specializes in the Greek…
Dr. Kenneth B. Mulholland is the former Dean and Professor of the Columbia Biblical Seminary and School of Missions for Columbia International University in Columbia, South Carolina, where his leadership and contextual insights were used to mold and shape future ministry leaders. He received a B.A. from Elmhurst College in…
Dr. Roger Nicole is the Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, FL. He has long been regarded as one of the preeminent theologians in America. He received his A.B. from Gymnasie Classique in Lausanne, Switzerland, a B.D. from Gordon Divinity, a M.A. from Paris-Sorbonne University in Paris,…
Rev. Dr. Lubbertus Oostendorp is the former Professor of Bible and Theology of Reformed Bible College in Grand Rapids, MI (now Kuyper College). Dr. Oostendorp received an A.B. from Calvin College, a M.Div. from Calvin Theological Seminary, a Th.M. from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a Th.D. from the Free University…
Dr. Pratt is the president and founder of Third Millennium Ministries. He received his M.Div. from Union Theological Seminary and his Th.D. in Old Testament Studies from Harvard University. He formerly chaired the Old Testament department at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida. Then he transitioned in 2006 from his teaching role…
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Dr. Richard Rigsby is Professor of Semitic Languages and Old Testament at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University, in La Mirada, CA. A noted Hebrew scholar, he received an A.B. from John B. Stetson University, a B.D. and M.Div. from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Th.D. and Ph.D.…
Dr. Haddon W. Robinson is the Harold John Ockenga Distinguished Professor of Preaching and the Senior Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He received a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, a M.A. from Southern Methodist University, and a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois.
Over the years,…
Dr. Garth Rosell is the Professor of Church History and Director Emeritus of the Ockenga Institute at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, MA, where he has been on the faculty since 1978. He received his B.A. from Wheaton College, a M.Div. and Th.M. from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a…
Dr. Allen Ross is the Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Beeson Divinity School of Samford University, in Birmingham, Alabama, where he has served on the faculty since 2002. He received his B.A. from Bob Jones University, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, a Th.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary,…
Elisabeth Selzer is the President and CEO of The Mentor Leadership Team. She received her B.A. in psychology and speech communication from Denver University, a M.A. in counseling from Grace University, a M.Div. from Denver Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Education (emphasis in training/performance) from Capella University.
As the President and…
Dr. Gordon T. Smith is former Academic Vice President, Dean, and Associate Professor of Spiritual Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia, where he continues to teach part-time. He received his M.Div. from Canadian Theological Seminary and his Ph.D. from Loyola School of Theology, the Ateneo de Manila University.
Since…
Dr. Glenn Smith is the Executive Director of Christian Direction in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where he has served since 1983. He received a B.A. from the University of Michigan in French Literature and Linguistics, a B.A. and M.A. from the Université d’Ottawa in Patristics, and a D.Min. from Northern Baptist Theological…
Dr. Wilbur Smith is the former Professor of Biblical Studies for Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. His initial biblical training was through a two-year program at the Moody Bible Institute. He received his B.A. from Wooster College and a D.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary (formerly Evangelical Theological College). He also received…
Dr. John R. W. Stott was Rector Emeritus of All Souls Church in London, where he served for more than 60 years. He received his education at Rugby School and Trinity College Cambridge where he earned a double first (B.A. equivalent) in French and Theology. His M.A. equivalent came from…
Dr. Lehman Strauss is the former Professor of Old Testament at the Philadelphia Bible Institute in Philadelphia, PA. He earned a Diploma in Bible from the Philadelphia School of the Bible (now Philadelphia Biblical University) and a B.A. from The King’s College in New Castle, Delaware (now located in New…
Dr. Douglas K. Stuart is Professor of Old Testament at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts, where he specializes in Assyrian and Babylonian languages and literature. He received a B.A. from Harvard University, did graduate studies at Yale Divinity School, and earned a Ph.D. from Harvard University.
Since 1971, Dr.…
Dr. C. Ernest Tatham is the former Professor of Biblical Studies and Founder of Emmaus Bible College in Dubuque, Iowa. He received his B.A. from Toronto Bible College in Bible and Theology while completing research and graduate studies at various schools. He received a Litt.D. from Emmaus Bible College.
Born in…
Dr. William Taylor is the Global Ambassador for the World Evangelical Alliance in Austin, TX, where he networks strategic Western and non-Western mission resources. He received a Diploma in Missions from Moody Bible Institute, his B.A. at North Texas State University, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D.…
Dr. Tite Tiénou is Senior Vice President of Education, Dean, and Professor of Theology of Missions at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, IL, where he has served since 1997. He earned a B.S. from Nyack College, the Maîtrise en Théologie at Faculté Libre de Théologie Evangélique, and a M.A. and…
Dr. Peter Toon was the President and CEO of the Prayer Book Society of the United States of America, where he served Anglicans and Christians worldwide for decades. He studied at Cliff College, King’s College, and the University of Durham. In addition to completing a B.D., he earned three masters…
Dr. John Trent is the President and Founder of StrongFamilies.com, a ministry dedicated to helping people build and strengthen relationships. He received his B.A. in psychology and religion from Texas Christian University, a Th.M. in Greek from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Counseling from the…
Linda Triemstra Cook is the author and instructor of this course. She edits trade and academic books, with emphasis on reference works and commentaries, and has edited seven Gold Medallion winners. After starting her editing career at Baker Book House, she established her own company and currently owns Gold Leaf…
Dr. Bruce Waltke is the Distinguished Professor of Old Testament at Knox Theological Seminary in Fort Lauderdale, FL. He received his A.B. from Houghton College, a Th.M. and Th.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from Harvard University. An expert in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures, he…
Dr. John Whitcomb is the former Professor of Theology and Old Testament at Grace Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, IN, where for nearly 40 years he impacted several generations of future pastors and theologians. He received his B.A. from Princeton University in Ancient and European History and he earned a…
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Dr. Ralph D. Winter was the Founder and former President and Chancellor of William Carey International University, Pasadena, California. He received his B.S. from California Institute of Technology in Civil Engineering, a B.D. from Princeton University, an M.A. from Columbia University, and a Ph.D. in Linguistics, Anthropology, and Mathematical Statistics…
Dr. Leon J. Wood is the former President and Academic Dean of Grand Rapids Bible College and Seminary (currently Cornerstone University and Grand Rapids Theological Seminary), where he impacted countless students through his teaching, writing, and administrative roles. He received his A.B. from Calvin College, his Th.M. from Calvin Theological…
Dr. John Worgul received his B.A. from Bethel College, Minnesota in 1977, an M.A.R. in biblical studies from Westminster Theological Seminary in 1979, and his Ph.D from the Dropsie College in Hebrew Bible in 1987. He has taught at Seminary of the East (now Bethel Seminary) since 1987 both full…
Philip Yancey is a distinguished Christian author and speaker who has impacted millions of people worldwide. He holds M.A. degrees in Communications and English from the graduate school of Wheaton College and from the University of Chicago.
Philip Yancey has cemented himself as one of the gentle giants of the Christian…
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