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Dr. Ryan Heinsch

Assistant Professor of Christian Studies

School of Theology + Ministry

Department: Biblical, Theological, + Ministry Studies

952-446-4276

Educational and/or Professional Credentials

BA in Urban Ministry, Moody Bible Institute

MDiv in Pastoral Studies, Moody Theological Seminary

PhD in New Testament, University of Aberdeen

Professional Focus and/or Research Agenda

My research interests lie broadly within the field of New Testament Studies. Of particular interest is the study of Paul and his relationship to Second Temple Judaism, the concept of Christian Origins, and the question of Jewish and Christian relations. My work employs insights from historical-exegetical methods, post-supersessionism, and social scientific criticisms.

Faith Statement

I hope that my scholarship and teaching bridges the gap between the academy and the church and equips God’s people to more fully become who he created them to be.

Published Works, Dissertation Topic, Awards, Accolades, Affiliations

“Restoring the Enemy? Considering the Pauline Imperative of Galatians 6:1.” In Figuring the Enemy: Social-Scientific Approaches to Religious Enmity. Routledge Press forthcoming.

The Figure of Hagar in Ancient Judaism and Galatians. WUNT II 579. Tübingen: Mohr Siebeck, 2022 (published version of PhD dissertation).

“Philemon.” In T&T Clark Social Identity Commentary on the New Testament. Edited by J. Brian Tucker and Aaron Kuecker. London; New York: T&T Clark, 2020.

Affiliations: Institute for Biblical Research and Society of Biblical Literature