F. David Farnell
| F. David Farnell | |
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| Nationality | American |
| Occupation | New Testament scholar and professor |
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| Era | Late 20th and Early 21st Centuries |
| Language | English |
F. David Farnell (born 1958) is an American New Testament scholar, Christian minister and professor of New Testament studies at The Master's Seminary in Sun Valley, California. He promotes a conservative approach to New Testament studies. Farnell's works include the book The Jesus Crisis: The Inroads of historical Criticism into Evangelical Scholarship and The Jesus Quest: The Danger from Within. His writings on biblical inerrancy have been endorsed by John F. MacArthur,[1] Albert Mohler,[1] and Paige Patterson.[2] He is also the pastor of Grace Bible Church in Oxnard, California.[3]
He is a contributor and editor for the blog Defending Inerrancy, as well as "Historical" Jesus Search Report,[4] where he writes on his views of the inerrancy and infallibility of the Bible.[5] He is also the host of The Danger Zone on World View Weekend Radio Network.[6]
During the 2014 National Apologetics Conference, Farnell addressed the current state in New Testament scholarship. In his lecture, The Battle for the Bible: Responding to the New Attacks on Scripture, he criticized the New Testament scholars Robert H. Gundry, Michael Bird, Craig Blomberg, as well as the apologist William Lane Craig.[7] He has been criticized by Michael Licona for his conservative views.[8]
Farnell supports the historical-grammatical method in New Testament studies, and specializes in the impact of historical-critical philosophical ideologies in Biblical Criticism and interpretation of the New Testament.[9][10] He opposes what he regards as a liberal approach to the study of the Bible, and promotes the Protestant doctrine of biblical inerrancy.
Education
Farnell attended San Diego Christian College (formerly Christian Heritage College) where he received a BA in Biblical Studies. He graduated with an M.Div. from Talbot School of Theology in 1981. That same year he was awarded the Systematic Theology Award and the Biola University/President's Rotary-Club Award for Academic Achievement.[11] He studied a Th.M. with an emphasis in New Testament under the New Testament scholar Dr. Robert Thomas. In 1984 he graduated from the Th.M. program.[12]
He received a Ph.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary,[13] where he studied under New Testament scholar Darrell Bock, and alongside the Greek scholar Daniel B. Wallace.[14]
Career
While completing his Master's degree, Farnell served as a teaching assistant in New Testament and Bible exposition at Talbot School of Theology.[15] After his Ph.D. studies he was offered the chair of the Department of Pastoral Theology and Biblical Studies at Southeastern Bible College.[16] Later he became the Academic Dean of the same institution from 1994-1997.[9]
In 1997 he came to The Master's Seminary as Associate Professor of New Testament. During this time he worked with Robert Thomas to develop the New Testament Department of The Master's Seminary.[9] He was named Professor of New Testament in 2007.[9] Since 2008 Farnell is also an Adjunct Professor at Veritas Evangelical Seminary.[12]
His new book Basics of Biblical Criticism: Helpful or Harmful? is scheduled to come out soon.[17]
Published works
- Vital Issues in the Inerrancy Debate (2016) ISBN 978-1498237246
- The Jesus Quest, The Danger from Within (2013) ISBN 978-1628394658
- Three Searches for the ‘Historical Jesus’ but No Biblical Christ (Part 1): The Rise of the Searches, The Master’s Seminary Journal Spring 23/1 (Spring 2012) 7-42.[18]
- Three Searches for the ‘Historical Jesus’ But No Biblical Christ (Part 2): Evangelicals Participation in the Search for the ‘Historical Jesus, The Master’s Seminary Journal 24/1 (Spring 2013) 25-67.[19]
- A Critical Review of Donald Hagner’s ‘Ten Guidelines for Evangelical Scholarship, Journal for the International Society of Christian Apologetics 6/1 (April 2013) 179-206.
- Searching for the Historical Jesus: Does History Repeat Itself, Journal of the International Society of Christian Apologetics 3/1 (2010) 83-107.
- Introduction, History and Presuppositions of the New Perspective on Paul, The Master's Seminary Journal, 17/2 Spring 2005.[20]
- The Impact of Views of Inspiration on Modern Approaches to the Synoptic Problem. The Master's Seminary Journal. 13:1 (Spring 2002): 33-64.[21]
- The Synoptic Gospels in the Ancient Church: A Testimony to the Priority of Matthew's Gospel. The Master's Seminary Journal, vol. 10 (Spring 1999): 53-86.[22]
- The Jesus Crisis: The Inroads of historical Criticism into Evangelical Scholarship (Kregel, 1998) ISBN 978-0825438110
- When Will the Gift of Prophecy Cease?, in Vital Contemporary Issues, vol. 2, Edited by Roy B. Zuck. Grand Rapids: Kregel, 1994.
References
- 1 2 "Can We Still Trust Critical Evangelical Scholars?". Defending Inerrancy.
- ↑ "Table forewords for The Jesus Quest" (PDF). Veritas Evangelical Seminary.
- ↑ "Our Staff & Elders". gracebconline.org.
- ↑ ""Historial" Jesus Research Report". historicaljesusresearchreport.com.
- ↑ "Who We Are". Defending Inerrancy.
- ↑ "David Farnell". worldviewweekend.com.
- ↑ "Responding to the New Attacks on Scripture (Video)". Defending Inerrancy.
- ↑ "Craig Blomberg Denies Miracle Story". normgeisler.com.
- 1 2 3 4 "TMS - F. David Farnell - Introduction". tms.edu.
- ↑ "BIBSAC-2". learningace.com.
- ↑ "F. David Farnell, curriculum vitae" (PDF). Veritas Evangelical Seminary.
- 1 2 "Adjunct Faculty". Veritas Evangelical Seminary.
- ↑ "The Master's College and Seminar". dts.edu.
- ↑ "Review of Defining Inerrancy". Daniel B. Wallace.
- ↑ "Talbot School of Theology Publications Three Views on the Origins of The Synoptic Gospels". talbot.edu.
- ↑ Kurt Jurgensmeier. God's Prophets: Is God still giving revelation today?. p. 106. ISBN 9781300113607.
- ↑ "Web Store". christianpublishers.org.
- ↑ F. David Farnell. "Three Searches For The "Historical Jesus" But No Biblical Christ: The Rise Of The Searches (Part 1)" (PDF). The Master's Seminary Journal.
- ↑ F. David Farnell. "Three Searches For The "Historical Jesus" But No Biblical Christ: The Rise Of The Searches (Part 2)" (PDF). The Master's Seminary Journal.
- ↑ F. David Farnell. "Introduction, History and Presuppositions of the New Perspective on Paul" (PDF). The Master's Seminary Journal.
- ↑ F. David Farnell. "The Impact of Views of Inspiration on Modern Approaches to the Synoptic Problem" (PDF). The Master's Seminary Journal.
- ↑ F. David Farnell. "The Synoptic Gospels in the Ancient Church: A Testimony to the Priority of Matthew's Gospel" (PDF). The Master's Seminary Journal.