Professor Turner

David L. Turner, Th.D., Ph.D.

Professor of New Testament

Degrees: B. A., Cedarville University; M. Div., Th.M., Th.D., Grace Theological Seminary; M. Phil., Ph.D., Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Cincinnati.

Career Path: Pastor, 1974-76; Interim Pastor, 1978-79, 1981-83, 1990-91; Faculty, Baptist Bible College of PA, 1976-79; Grace Theological Seminary, 1980-86; Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, 1986-present

Research Interests: The Gospel according to Matthew, Second Temple Judaism and the New Testament, Hermeneutics

Personal: David and his wife Beverly enjoy exploring lighthouses along the beaches of Michigan and Maine. David is also a loyal fan of the Cincinnati Reds, roots music, and anything about Lake Superior.

Quotable: “GRTS does not accept the idea that one may separate theory and practice. Our educational community constantly strives to integrate biblical thinking, discipleship, and ministry.”

E-mail: David_L_Turner@cornerstone.edu