J.L. Miller

J.L. Miller serves as the Interim Dean of Spiritual Life and Chair of the Religion department at Houghton University. He teaches courses in Youth Ministry and holds a Doctor of Ministry in Spiritual Formation from Tyndale Seminary Toronto. His academic journey includes a B.A. in Student Ministries from Geneva College and an M.A. in Youth Ministry from Asbury Theological Seminary.

Research Interests: Youth ministry, adolescent culture, emerging adults and faith formation, spiritual formation, ancient spiritual practices with youth, and healthy learning in church contexts.

Scientific Awards:

• Tyndale Seminary Valedictorian
• Asbury Seminary’s Excellence in Youth Ministry
• Theta Phi International Honor Society Membership

J.L. Miller has presented extensively on topics like spiritual growth for teens and business leaders, self-care in youth ministry, and strengths-based spiritual practices. He is ordained in the Wesleyan Church and emphasizes the integration of spiritual formation and academic rigor in Christian liberal arts education.