Dean Erickson

Dr. Dean Erickson is a Professor of Biblical Studies at Crown College, serving in the School of Theology + Ministry's Department of Biblical, Theological, + Ministry Studies. He holds a PhD from Luther Seminary (2011) and an MDiv from Denver Seminary (1991), with ordination in the Christian and Missionary Alliance (1992–present). His research focuses on Old Testament interpretation and biblical narrative analysis.

Education highlights include:

• PhD in Biblical Studies, Luther Seminary (2011)
• MDiv, Denver Seminary (1991)

Key research interests include Old Testament character studies (e.g., Solomon, Gehazi), theological dialogue (e.g., National Catholic-Evangelical projects), and biblical hermeneutics. His published works span peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and extensive book reviews in journals like the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society and Word and World.

Publications reflect expertise in narrative theology, prophetic studies, and liturgical community. His 2020 article The Gospel According to Gehazi critiques ethical tensions in biblical character portrayals, while recent book reviews engage topics like genealogical coherence and covenantal theology.

He has served as Department Chair (2006–2024) and Faculty Chair (2015–2018, 2023–present). Active in pastoral ministry, he averages 20+ preaching engagements annually since 2000, with prior roles as church planter and redevelopment pastor.

Led academic service initiatives including the Christian and Missionary Alliance Theological Issues Committee (2015–present) and National Catholic-Evangelical Dialogue contributions. His work bridges biblical scholarship with pastoral practice, emphasizing faith integration in leadership training.