Areas of Expertise
Paul’s letters, biblical reception history, early Christian biblical interpretation and theology, theological interpretation of Scripture

Bio
Dr. Devin L. White serves the Lumen Center as its Fellow in Biblical Studies. Dr. White is the author of two books. The first, Teacher of the Nations, examines Paul’s reception of ancient educational traditions in 1 Corinthians. The second, Christ Reads in Me, is completed and awaiting publication. In it, Dr. White explores Origen of Alexandria’s reception of Paul’s hermeneutics and argues that Paul’s biblical interpretation remains a viable model for Christian exegesis of Scripture. Dr. White’s scholarly articles have appeared in various peer-reviewed journals and edited collections. He is beginning research on a third book, tentatively exploring the book of Colossians and its implications for Christian engagement with liberal democratic politics.

Dr. White enjoys working with a range of audiences, academic and popular. In addition to his published scholarship and service as an academic instructor, he frequently preaches and facilitates learning experiences in local churches.

External Appointments

• Associate Pastor of Christian Education, High Point Church (Madison, WI)

Experience

• Associate Pastor, High Point Church (Madison, WI) (2021-2024)
• Research Fellow in Biblical and Early Christian Studies, Institute for Religion and Critical Inquiry, Australian Catholic University (2017-2021)
• Adjunct Professor of New Testament Studies and Research Aid to the Dean, Candler School of Theology, Emory University (2016-2017)

Selected Writing and Public Engagement

• Christ Reads in Me
• Teacher of the Nations
• The Moral Miracle: Lectures on Romans 1-8

Education

• Ph.D. New Testament Studies, Emory University (2016)
  M.T.S. Biblical Studies, Candler School of Theology, Emory University (2010)
  B.A. Classics, Meijer Honors College, Grand Valley State University (2008)

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