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bible

program overview

program overview

dive deeper into theological study and biblical interpretation, beyond what is taken in the general education requirements with a minor in bible.

the fundamental courses from our bible majors are included in this minor; they are intended to be useful to any student who wants to learn more about the bible, church history, and theological study.  this minor is not open to theology and ministry majors.

courses

courses

job placement

with a top-tier university education on your resume, you’ll be in high demand, whether you choose to launch your career or begin graduate school. most of our programs have a placement rate of at least 90 percent within six months of graduation.

expert faculty, small class sizes

learn from award-winning, experienced faculty who actually care about you. our small class sizes allow us to get to know you personally. we lead an approachable community within our respective programs. our faculty connections are the experts on their subject matter, too.

nashville, tn

a big city. an even bigger opportunity. we consider nashville, tennessee, an extension of our classroom, and as a leading city in many industries, that means you’ll gain experience and insight you won’t find anywhere else.

our faculty

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    jp conway

    assistant bible professor of christian ministry

    j.p. grew up in nashville. after high school at ezell harding christian school, he studied at abilene christian university (ba in youth and family ministry) and interned two summers at...

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    lauren white

    assistant professor

    lauren smelser white has served as assistant professor of theology at lipscomb since 2018 and teaches various undergraduate and graduate courses in bible and systematic, historical, and contextual theology. she...

    meet lauren white
  • mike williams headshot

    mike williams

    professor

    mike graduated from the university of arizona with a bachelor's degree in 1986. he graduated from abilene christian university with a m. div. in 1991. he holds the doctorate in...

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    phillip camp

    professor

    phillip camp teaches old testament and hebrew courses. he is the author of "finding your way: a guide to seminary life and beyond" (cascade, 2009) and "living as the community...

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mission, ministry and leadership

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b.a. in pastoral leadership & m.a. in pastoral studies