Rolf J. Pöhler

Prof. Rolf J. Pöhler, born in 1949, is a Professor of Systematic Theology at Friedensau Theological College. His career spans decades, with roles as a pastor, church president, and director of the Institute for Adventist History and Theology until 2023. He has taught at Friedensau since 1992 and focuses on Adventist theological identity, doctrinal development, and hermeneutics.

• Education: Th.D. in Systematic Theology from Andrews University (1995)
• Academic Roles: Director of Institute for Adventist History and Theology (2011–2023); Head of Master of Theological Studies program (2013–2023)

Pöhler’s research explores Adventist history, eschatology, and theological hermeneutics, with a focus on doctrinal continuity and change. His work bridges Adventist identity and ecumenical dialogue, particularly with Catholics and Lutherans.

His publications, including books like Continuity and Change in Adventist Teaching and Dynamic Truth, analyze doctrinal development and Adventist self-perception. He has contributed extensively to Adventist ecclesiology, prophetic authority, and end-time theology.

Pöhler maintains active scholarly engagements through memberships in groups like the Adventist Society of Religious Studies (ASRS) and the Fellowship of European Evangelical Theologians (FEET), emphasizing theological reflection and academic rigor.