Faculty

Department of Biblical Studies

Frank E. Wheeler

Professor of Bible

Degrees:

• A.S. York College, 1972
• B.A. Harding University, 1974
• M.A. Harding Graduate School of Religions, 1978
• M.Div. Harding Graduate School of Religion,1978
• Ph.D. Baylor University, 1985

Courses Taught:

• Old Testament History
• New Testament History
• Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics
• Philosophy of Living
• Archaeology and the Bible
• Hebrews
• Parables and Teachings of Jesus
• Introduction to the New Testament
• Biblical Preaching
• Corinthian Epistles
• History of Religions of the World
• Elementary Greek
• Greek  Readings
• Synoptic Gospels
• Gospel of John
• Senior Seminar
• Survey of Church History

Scholarly Interests:

• Gospel of John
• New Testament Textual Criticism
• Near Eastern Archaeology
• Synoptic Gospels
• Historical Jesus Studies

Favorite Scholarly Links:

• New Testament Gateway
• Bible Places Blog
• The Barna Group

"I try to help students appreciate how the Bible relates to both the big and the little issues in life and to challenge students to explore and expand the spiritual qualities of their lives. I emphasize especially the model of life and faith that Jesus exemplified."

If you have questions about the Biblical Studies Department, or would like to schedule a tour of the program, please contact Dr. Frank Wheeler, Chair of the Department of Biblical Studies.