Dr. Tim Anderson
Professor of Theology
Education
- Ph.D. Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
- Th.M. Grace Theological Seminary
- M.Div. The Master's Seminary
- B.S. California State University at Hayward (CSU East Bay)
About Dr. Anderson
Dr. Tim Anderson has taught theology and biblical studies at Corban University since 1989. His specific emphases are in systematic and biblical theology, apologetics, and bioethics. He currently is writing on theology and mental illness. He earned his Ph.D. in systematic theology from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in 2002.
Dr. Anderson loves mentoring students. He also works with the Corban School of Ministry’s ongoing pastoral training ministry in Africa and helps lead study tours to Israel. He has served in his local church and region preaching, teaching, worship-leading, and counseling. He is the author of Into His Presence: A Theology of Intimacy with God (Kregel, 2019).
Tim and his wonderful wife, Barbara, have four amazing children—David, Jonathan, Emily, and Stephen—who have all graduated from Corban.
Recently Taught Courses
Introduction to Theology
Discover the foundational doctrines of the Christian faith and how they shape our understanding of God, humanity, salvation, the Church, and eternity. This course will help you build a biblical, systematic theology rooted in Scripture and relevant to life and ministry.
Christian Ethics
Explore Christian ethical systems and how biblical principles shape your understanding of personal, social, bioethical, and sexual ethics. You’ll learn to form thoughtful, biblically grounded responses to today’s most pressing moral questions and discover what it means to live with integrity in a complex world.
Understanding Church History
Journey through the story of the Church—from its New Testament roots through the rise of denominations and modern theological thought. You’ll analyze key events, movements, and controversies that have shaped Christian faith and practice across centuries.
Apologetics
Learn to confidently defend your faith through biblical, theological, and philosophical reasoning. You’ll examine objections to Christianity and gain practical tools to engage others in meaningful conversations about the gospel, all while strengthening your own understanding.
Great students, fantastic colleagues, supportive administrators, endless opportunities… What better place is there to help inspire and train Christian students to more effectively and passionately advance the gracious rule of the Lord Jesus Christ in the minds and hearts of this dark world?
Dr. Tim Anderson
Publications
“Theodicy in Babylon: Why Does God Allow Economic Imperialism?” Faith & Flourishing: A Journal of Karam Fellowship, Vol. 2 (2023), pp. 111-137.
Into His Presence: A Theology of Intimacy with God (Kregel, 2019)
“God Our Father as a Script of Intimacy for Those Suffering Shame,” Journal of Spiritual Formation and Soul Care, Fall, 2016, Vol. 9 Issue 2, pp. 247-269.
“Why We Cheat: Toward a Christian Response” -Christian Thought Leaders Blog, Corban University. Mar. 16, 2015.
“Intimacy with God: How Scriptural Themes and Parameters Should Shape Our Pursuit” – presented at the Evangelical Theological Society annual meeting in Washington, D.C. Nov. 17, 2006.
“True Love or Consequences: The 1 Corinthians 16:22 Anathema as Prescription” – presented at the Evangelical Theological Society annual meeting in San Antonio, Texas. Nov. 19, 2004.
“The Galatians Anathemas as Prescription against Teaching a False Gospel” – presented at the Evangelical Theological Society annual meeting in Atlanta, Georgia. Nov. 20, 2003.
“Is God Ambiguous? Relational Evil and Good Reconciliation in Genesis 50:15-21” – presented at the Evangelical Theological Society regional meeting at Northwest Baptist Seminary, Tacoma, Washington. Mar. 1, 2003.
“What Must I Do to Be Saved, Father Dulles? The Soteriology of Avery Dulles, S.J.” -presented at the Evangelical Theological Society annual meeting in Santa Clara, California. Nov. 21, 1997.
Fellow Faculty
Dr. Jordan Newton
Chair, School of Ministry | Director of the KAIROS Program | Associate Professor of Christian Ministry
jnewton@corban.edu(509) 308-8415
