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Jonathan Kim

Professor Emeritus of Christian Ministries

DepartmentsDivision of Biblical and Theological Studies
Talbot School of Theology
Biola AffiliationsFaculty
Phone(562) 903-4814 (Talbot School of Theology)

Documents

Degrees

  • Ph.D., Trinity International University
  • M.Div., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
  • M.A., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
  • B.S., University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

Biography

Dr. Kim specializes in the critical integration of theology and psychology with a particular interest in exploring the interrelationship of faith, spirituality, rationality, morality, and culture. He brings over 20 years of ministry experience to the classroom. His areas of expertise include faith formation, discipleship, ministry philosophy, and qualitative research methods. He co-authored Understanding Faith Formation: Theological, Congregational, and Global Dimensions (Baker Academic 2020), Christian Formation: Integrating Theology & Human Development (Broadman & Holman 2010), and The Heritage of Christian Education (College Press 2003). He is a past recipient of Lilly Research Grants administered by the Association of Theological Schools (2007 & 2012). In addition to teaching here at Talbot, he is actively involved in local church ministries.

Affiliations

  • North American Professors of Christian Education (NAPCE)
  • Evangelical Theological Society (ETS)

Awards

Awards (Seleted)

  • Lilly Theological Scholars Grant, The Association of Theological Schools (2012-2013)
  • Lilly Research Expense Grant, The Association of Theological Schools (2006-2007)
  • The Korean-American Scholarship Foundation, Chicago, IL (1989, 1990, 1997)

Publications

Publications (Selected)

  • Understanding Faith Formation: Theological, Congregational, and Global Dimensions. Co-author with M. Maddix & J. Estep. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic (2020).
  • Christian Personal Formation. In F. Cardoza (Ed.), Christian Education: A Guide to the Foundations of Ministry. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic (2018).
  • Pragmatic Philosophy and Experiential Education. In E. L. Towns & B. K. Forrest (Eds.), A Legacy of Religious Educators: Historical and Theological Introductions. Liberty University Press: Lynchburg, VA (2016).
  • Christian Formation: Integrating Theology and Human Development. Co-author & Co-editor with J. Estep. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman (2010).
  • The Heritage of Christian Education. Co-author with J. Estep & M. Maddix. Joplin, Missouri: College Press Publishing Company (2003).