David Timms
Associate Professor, Bible and Theology
916.577.2276
dtimms@jessup.edu
“I count all things to be loss in light of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.” (Philippians 3:8)
Expertise
Pastoral Ministry, leadership, spiritual formation
Education
Ph.D., Ancient History & New Testament, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia, 2001
M.A., Religion, New Testament Studies, Emmanuel School of Religion, 1988
Courses Taught
LDRS352 Contemporary Discipleship—Praxis
BIBL249 The Art of Interpretation
NT308 Romans
Publications
Just Leave God Out Of It: The Cultural Compromises Christians Make, Cook Communications, 2004
Living the Lord’s Prayer, Bethany House, 2008
Sacred Waiting: Waiting on God in a World That Waits for Nothing, Bethany House, 2009
The Power of Blessing: How a Carefully Chosen Word Changes Everything, Bethany House, 2010
Regular contributor to The LOOKOUT magazine since 2003
Work experience
Taught Bible, and Theology at Australian College of Ministries, Sydney, Australia (1994-2000)
William Jessup University, Rocklin, CA (Fall 2011 - )
I have also served as a church consultant, and staff member in various places during that time.
Biographical Information
I’m delighted to be at WJU in this extraordinary season of its history. The Lord has blessed us with an extraordinary student body, outstanding leadership, and a compelling vision for the future. My wife, Kim, and I have three sons (one still at home with us) and we’re thrilled to be part of this energizing, God-honoring community.