Simpson Bible Institute and Grand Rapids Baptist Theological Seminary, Diploma in Bible
Carrera docente
Professor Emeritus, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary (1990-2008)
Professor of Systematic Theology, Grand Rapids Theological Seminary (1949-1989)
Taught courses in apologetics, biblical studies, and theology
Volunteered thousands of hours teaching weekly night Bible classes to the general public in addition to training Christian businessmen and community leaders
Launched Thursday Evening Bible Class (TEBC), which remains active today in Western Michigan
Studied in Israel and taught courses in Liberia, West Africa
Otros aspectos destacados de la carrera
Ordained Baptist preacher
Pulpit supply pastor
Pastor in Seattle, Washington
Active member, Evangelical Theological Society (53 years)
Member, American Statistical Association
Board Member and Secretary of the Board, Galilean Baptist Mission
Regular speaker at various conferences, retreats and camps throughout the Midwest
Nationally recognized as a leading expert on spiritual warfare
Cornerstone University named its auditorium in his honor and designated its highest athletic scholarship after Dr. Matthews and his wife, Bonnie
Publicaciones
Various church and ministry publications, including booklets on “Biblical Inspiration,” “Textual Inerrancy,” and “Theological Integrity”
Numerous books, including Confessions to a Counselor,Personal Success, Plant My Feet on Higher Ground, Growth in Grace, and Neo-Evangelicalism