Gary Steward

Dr. Gary Steward is the Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences and an Associate Professor of History. He is affiliated with the College of Undergraduate Studies, where he contributes to academic leadership and historical scholarship.

Dr. Steward holds a Ph.D. in Church History & Historical Theology from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, a Th.M. in Historical Theology from Westminster Theological Seminary, an M.Div. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a B.A. in History from South Dakota State University.

His research focuses on American religious and political history, particularly the intersection of church and state in the colonial and antebellum periods. He explores themes such as political resistance during the American Revolution, Christian social reform movements, and the theological contributions of figures like Charles Hodge and J.W. Alexander. His work bridges historical analysis with theological reflection, emphasizing the role of clergy in shaping public discourse.

The publications reflect a strong emphasis on American religious intellectual history, with recurring themes in ecclesiology, sacramental theology, and evangelical engagement with culture. His recent and forthcoming books indicate sustained scholarly output in church history and historical theology.

• Justifying Revolution: The American Clergy's Argument for Political Resistance, 1750-1776 (Oxford, 2021)
• Reforming Culture: J.W. Alexander's Christian Approach to Social Reform (Joshua Press, 2020)
• Princeton Seminary (1812-1929): Its Leaders and Their Works (P&R, 2014)
• God's Design for Manhood and Womanhood (P&R, 2016)
• Charles Hodge’s Evangelical View of the Church and Sacraments (Joshua Press, forthcoming)
• Charles Hodge’s Systematic Theology, 3 vols. (Crossway, forthcoming)

Dr. Steward has not been mentioned as advising any students or receiving scientific awards. There is no indication of grant funding or leadership in research labs or teams. His scholarly contributions are primarily through authored and edited monographs in theological and historical studies.