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Thomas Golding serves as Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Adelaide College of Ministries, leveraging over three decades of experience in church leadership, Bible college instruction, and academic administration. His international lecturing spans Ethiopia, the Philippines, and India, with expertise in preaching, teaching, administration, and counseling.
His academic credentials include a B.A. in Business Management from the University of Northern Iowa and ThM/Ph.D. in Bible Exposition from Dallas Theological Seminary, reflecting interdisciplinary training that bridges business acumen and theological scholarship.
Professor Golding's research centers on Biblical Studies with emphases in Hermeneutics, Exegesis, and practical application of scripture. His work explores Old Testament narratives (Exodus, Isaiah, shepherding imagery) and New Testament epistles (Romans), addressing literary devices, cultural engagement, and discipleship. Teaching responsibilities include Hermeneutics, Romans, Isaiah, Homiletics, and Adult Education, demonstrating integration of academic rigor with ministry practice.
Publication trends reveal an evolution from technical exegesis (2003-2013) toward accessible theological application (2018-2022), with increasing focus on cultural relevance, spiritual formation, and practical discipleship. Key thematic threads include biblical authority, shepherding metaphors, and navigating faith-culture tensions.
As former Principal of Adelaide College of Ministries, he mentored students through academic programs while drawing on pastoral experience from Perry Bible Church and Broken Hill Christian Fellowship. His CELTA qualification further informs pedagogical approaches to theological education.
