Bible and Ministry Blog

July 8, 2025

In this insightful episode of the Lipscomb University College of Bible and Ministry podcast (Apple Podcasts & Spotify), we welcome Dr. Kris Miller, the Director of the Institute for Christian Spirituality, who shares his journey and approach to integrating Christian theology and spirituality. Dr.

July 8, 2025

Dr. George Goldman’s journey into biblical studies and teaching at Lipscomb University is marked by deep academic commitment and passion for scripture. Growing up as the son of a preacher, he explored various interests, but a challenge from a senior student claiming Biblical Languages was the hardest major on campus sparked his initial curiosity. As his passion for Greek developed, he was led to graduate studies at Trinity Divinity School and eventually back to Lipscomb as a professor.

May 15, 2025

Dr. Deron Smith faced many challenges and changes on his journey to Lipscomb University. His early years under his father’s ministry and personal struggles in a blended home profoundly paved his relationship with Christ. Studying at Harding University and later at Harding School of Theology prepared him for ministry, but it was his unexpected move to Uganda that truly impacted his understanding of faith.

March 28, 2025

February 12, 2025

On January 25th the College of Bible and Ministry Pastoral Leadership program held our annual retreat.

February 10, 2025

In this episode of Lipscomb University’s College of Bible and Ministry podcast, Dr. Kate Watkins shares her inspiring journey from receiving her elementary education degree to becoming the first woman to earn a Doctor of Ministry at Lipscomb. Her path was anything but linear. After homeschooling her children and navigating unexpected career turns, she found herself drawn to the service of ministry.

January 28, 2025

In this latest Lipscomb University College of Bible and Ministry Podcast, Dr. Alden Bass joined the conversation as the newest faculty member. Dr. Bass shared his journey from his early days as a preacher’s kid to his career in theology and church history. His academic path has taken him from Yale to Vanderbilt to Oklahoma Christian University.

January 16, 2025

This week, we had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. John Mark Hicks, a beloved retired professor of theology who spent 24 impactful years at Lipscomb. Though retired, Dr. Hicks remains deeply engaged in ministry and theological conversations, continuing to pour his energy into shaping hearts and minds for the Kingdom.
 

January 14, 2025

December 6, 2024

It has been life changing to attend a university with men and women who follow Jesus, not only intellectually, but practically.