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Theology and Missions

School of Theology and Missions at Â鶹ÊÓƵ

Scholarship

The STM is also known for its commitment to the pursuit of Christ-centered scholarly excellence. Our professors are widely respected scholars who have written, edited, or contributed to almost 80 books, many of which are used as textbooks by other universities and seminaries. Several professors also have leadership roles in various scholarly organizations or serve as fellows for academic centers affiliated with other universities, seminaries, and parachurch ministries.

Forthcoming and Recent Books/Book Chapters By Our Faculty

  • What is Critical Theory: A Concise Christian Analysis. Bradley G. Green. Crossway (March 2026). | Buy at or | Find in or

  • The New Testament in the Language of the People: A Translation by Charles Williams. Charles Williams. Â鶹ÊÓƵ University Press (August 2025). Â鶹ÊÓƵ Contributor(s): Ray Van Neste (Introduction). Buy at or | Find in or

  • United in Jesus, United in Joy: Sermons on Philippians. Edited by Ray Van Neste & Justin Wainscott. Â鶹ÊÓƵ University Press (May 2025). Â鶹ÊÓƵ Contributor(s): Ray Van Neste (Editor & Chapter 7: The Secret of Contentment (Philippians 4:10-20)); Justin Wainscott (Editor & Chapter 8: The Bookends of the Letter (Philippians 4:21-23)); Kenneth R. Lewis (Chapter 4: Unusually Useful for Christ (Philippians 2:19-30)). Buy at or | Find in or

  • The oversight of souls: Essays on pastoral ministry. Ray Van Neste. Heritage Seminary Press (October 2024). | Buy at or | Find in or

  • Biblical Ethics: A Short Companion. Jacob Shatzer; Series Edited by C. Ben Mitchell & Jason Thacker. B&H Academic (July 2024). | Buy at or | Find in or

  • Recognizing and Responding to the Messiah: Sermons on the Gospel of Mark. Edited by Ray Van Neste and Justin Wainscott. Â鶹ÊÓƵ University Press (April 2024). Â鶹ÊÓƵ Contributor(s): Ray Van Neste (Editor); Justin Wainscott (Editor). Buy at or | Find in or

  • How to Be a Pastor: Wisdom from the Past for Pastors in the Present. Theodore L. Cuyler; Edited by Ray Van Neste and Justin Wainscott. Wipf and Stock (January 2024). Â鶹ÊÓƵ Contributor(s): Ray Van Neste (Editor); Justin Wainscott (Editor). | Buy at or | Find in or

  • Lest We Forget: Founders' Day Addresses from Â鶹ÊÓƵ University - Bicentennial Edition. Edited by Ray Van Neste & Justin Wainscott. Â鶹ÊÓƵ University Press (October 2023). Â鶹ÊÓƵ Contributor(s): Cody Curtis (Chapter 9: "A New Alma Mater for Â鶹ÊÓƵ University"); Ray Van Neste (Editor); Justin Wainscott (Editor and Chapter 6: "John Jeter Hurt: 'Somewhat of a Moses in Leading Â鶹ÊÓƵ'"); Keith Bates (Chapter 3: "In Mutual Service: R.G. Lee and the Church-Academy Relationship"); Dub Oliver (Chapter 8: "Bicentennial Commencement Address"). Buy at or | Find in or

  • Faithful Learning: A Vision for Theologically Integrated Education. Jacob Shatzer. B&H Academic (July 2023). Â鶹ÊÓƵ Contributor(s): Jacob Shatzer (Author); Jill Wells (Essay: "Salvation and Social Work"). | Buy at or | Find in or

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Recent Addresses By Our Faculty

  • Feb 20, 2026 - Word Series Chapel: Justin Wainscott
    Speaker: Justin Wainscott, Associate Dean, University Ministries and the School of Theology & Missions - Sermon from John 20:24-29
  • Oct 22, 2025 - Chapel: Ray Van Neste
    Speaker: Ray Van Neste, Vice President for University Ministries & Dean, School of Theology and Missions, Â鶹ÊÓƵ University
  • Sep 12, 2025 - Chapel: Jacob Shatzer
    Speaker: Jacob Shatzer, Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs, Â鶹ÊÓƵ University
  • Aug 29, 2025 - Chapel: Ray Van Neste
    Speaker: Ray Van Neste, Vice President for University Ministries & Dean, School of Theology and Missions, Â鶹ÊÓƵ University
  • Apr 11, 2025 - Word Series Chapel: Ray Van Neste
    Speaker: Ray Van Neste, Vice President, University Ministries; Dean, School of Theology & Missions; Professor of Biblical Studies, Â鶹ÊÓƵ University - Sermon from 1 Samuel 17 (David vs. Goliath)

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Non-Peer Reviewed Journal Articles

  • "‘Our Most Fatal Tendency’: The Problem of Our Gleeful Historical Ignorance," Journal of the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Faculty Forum. (February 2025) by Ray Van Neste

Magazine Articles

  • "," Touchstone Magazine . (January 2024) by Ray Van Neste
  • "The Past Year’s Best Bible Resources for Preachers," Preaching Magazine . (January 2024) by Ray Van Neste

Denominational Publication Articles

  • "Dear Graduates, Work Hard," Baptist Press. (May 2024) by Ray Van Neste

Other Articles

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