Jonathan Kim

Dr. Jonathan Kim serves as Associate Dean of the Mary C. Crowley College of Christian Faith and Professor of Christian Education at Dallas Baptist University, where he has held faculty positions since 2010 after previously serving from 1994-1999 in roles including Associate Registrar and Academic Advisor. His office is based within the College of Christian Faith.

His educational background includes:

• B.A. from Southwest Baptist University
• M.A.R.E. and Ph.D. in Christian Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Dr. Kim specializes in Christian Education with deep expertise in Old and New Testament Survey, integrating biblical theology with practical ministry applications. His research uniquely bridges East Asian Studies through his Korean heritage, examining cross-cultural Christian formation and immigrant narratives in scripture. He emphasizes spiritual growth, divine providence, and grace-centered pedagogy for contemporary church contexts.

His recent publications demonstrate consistent thematic focus on biblical freedom, immigrant experiences in scripture, and educational ministry. Works like 'Journey to Freedom' (2023) and 'The Bible is the Book By and For Immigrants' (2023) explore divine providence and cultural identity through Korean and immigrant lenses, while 'The Educational Ministry of a Church' (2020) provides practical frameworks for church-based education. His scholarship consistently connects theological depth with real-world ministry challenges.

As Associate Dean, Dr. Kim shapes academic and spiritual formation within the College of Christian Faith while serving as Honorary Associate Pastor at New Song Church in Carrollton, Texas since 1999. His prior military chaplaincy with the Texas State Guard (2018-2020) and English instruction at Korea's Air Command and Staff College (1992-1994) inform his cross-cultural educational approach.