Background
James B. De Young was born on April 9, 1941, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, United States. He is a son of Clarence De Young, a builder, and Grace (Kooistra) De Young.
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In 1962, James received a diploma from Moody Bible Institute.
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In 1965, De Young got a Bachelor of Arts degree from East Texas Baptist University.
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In 1968, James received a Bachelor of Divinity degree from Talbot School of Theology. Later, in 1969, he got a Master of Theology degree from the same educational establishment.
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In 1973, James attained a Doctor of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary.
(This thorough study answers those, who would revise the m...)
This thorough study answers those, who would revise the message of Scripture. Using the Bible, Jewish literature and information from ancient cultures, it provides the knowledge, necessary to respond with confidence, compassion and honesty to demands, that Christians accept active homosexuality.
https://www.amazon.com/Homosexuality-Contemporary-Examined-Ancient-Literature/dp/0825424925
2000
(Many excellent texts on New Testament Greek grammar and s...)
Many excellent texts on New Testament Greek grammar and syntax exist to lead students into deeper understanding of the language. Yet these approach the instruction of Greek in either a deductive or an inductive manner. The aim of this "Syntax-Reader" is to instruct students in the learning of Greek syntax by combining what the best texts on syntax teach with a comprehensive reading of theologically significant passages of the New Testament. The "Syntax-Reader" enables students to know not only Greek syntax, but to know how syntax contributes to translating and interpreting most of the passages, which are basic to the doctrines of Christianity.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1592446892/?tag=2022091-20
2004
(Millions have bought into the theology of Paul Young, who...)
Millions have bought into the theology of Paul Young, whose book "The Shack" portrays God as a loving, black woman. Similar changes in appearance were given to Jesus and the Holy Spirit. The story of pain and redemption then resonated with the public. But is Young's worldview important? Is his theology that big a deal? James De Young thinks so. In fact, it's so important that he's written a compelling challenge to The Shack. In "Burning Down the Shack", De Young manages to shed important light on the implications of Young's pluralistic faith and provides readers with a gripping counter-balance to the popular little volume, that's spent many weeks on the best-seller lists.
https://www.amazon.com/Burning-Down-Shack-Christian-bestseller/dp/193507184X/?tag=2022091-20
2010
(The role of women in the church is an ongoing concern amo...)
The role of women in the church is an ongoing concern among Christians, both in the West and in the developing world. The discussion usually falls into the broad views of complementary and egalitarian positions. The former view considers the role of women to be restricted at least in the area of teaching authoritatively a whole congregation as an elder or pastor. The egalitarian view places no restrictions on the role of women anywhere, whether in or out of the church. In this book, the author challenges both views. He proposes a paradigm, representing a biblical world view, that acknowledges the influence of biblical authority, culture and the increasing actualizing of equality in Christ, that the Gospel proclaims.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1606088491/?tag=2022091-20
2010
("Give to Caesar the things, that are Caesar's, and to God...)
"Give to Caesar the things, that are Caesar's, and to God the things, that are God's". With these words, Jesus has impacted world history, the First Amendment of the United States Constitution and a Christian's submission to the rule of a state. But what should a Christian do, when there is widespread rebellion against government, law and morality? What recourse do Christians have, when the state violates its divine mandate and endorses abortion, gay marriage, euthanasia, the lottery and war? If the state disobeys natural moral law, should the Christian oppose the state? What can Christian resistance from the past teach us about the present? Is it wrong to pledge allegiance to the state? What is the limit to allegiance? Can morality be legislated? James De Young seeks to answer these questions as he weighs the issues, confronting the Christian as a citizen of this world yet also a citizen of heaven. Carefully weighing texts, such as Matthew 22:21, Romans 13, 1 Timothy 1 and 2, and 1 Peter 2, the author challenges Christians to follow the Bible in this age of revolution and in the struggle for religious freedom.
https://www.amazon.com/Submit-Rebel-against-State-Principles/dp/1620324415/?tag=2022091-20
2012
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In this book, De Young challenges all the arguments, that universalists make - their appeals to the Bible, to logic and reason and to church history - and shows, that they are unconvincing.
https://www.amazon.com/Exposing-Universalism-Comprehensive-Universalists-Christianity/dp/1532642873/?tag=2022091-20
2018
James B. De Young was born on April 9, 1941, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, United States. He is a son of Clarence De Young, a builder, and Grace (Kooistra) De Young.
In 1962, James received a diploma from Moody Bible Institute. Then, in 1965, he got a Bachelor of Arts degree from East Texas Baptist University. Later, De Young decided to continue his education at Talbot School of Theology, graduating with a Bachelor of Divinity degree in 1968 and a Master of Theology degree in 1969. In 1973, James attained a Doctor of Theology degree from Dallas Theological Seminary.
In 1968, James held a post of an interim pastor at First Baptist Church in Brawley, California. Between 1971 and 1975, he acted as a professor of Bible and New Testament at Multnomah Bible College (present-day Multnomah University) in Portland, Oregon. Since 1971, James has also been teaching at Damascus Community Church.
In 1975, De Young was appointed a professor of the Language and Literature of the New Testament at Western Seminary in Portland. In April 2015, he retired and was honored with the title of a Senior Professor of New Testament Language and Literature.
Between 1984 and 1985, De Young edited the Salt Shakers Newsletter. In addition, James held a post of a guest lecturer at George Fox University. He also taught abroad in Holland in 1989 and visited Mexico four times (including two summers), as well as Europe, and twice (in 2003 and 2005) spent a short period of time in Afghanistan.
Moreover, during his career, James has authored several articles, published in the "Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society", "The Best in Theology" and "Bibliotheca Sacra". Also, he has penned several books, including "Beyond the Obvious: Discover the Deeper Meaning of Scripture" (1995), "Homosexuality: Contemporary Claims Examined in Light of the Bible and Other Ancient Literature and Law" (2000), "Burning Down 'The Shack': How the 'Christian' bestseller is deceiving millions" (2010) and others.
Currently, James continues to teach independent studies and grades students online. He lives on a small farm in Damascus, Oregon, where he served as a city councilor.
(In this book, De Young challenges all the arguments, that...)
2018(Many excellent texts on New Testament Greek grammar and s...)
2004(The role of women in the church is an ongoing concern amo...)
2010(Millions have bought into the theology of Paul Young, who...)
2010("Give to Caesar the things, that are Caesar's, and to God...)
2012(This thorough study answers those, who would revise the m...)
2000James is a member of the International Organization for Septuagint and Cognate Studies, Society of Biblical Literature, Society for the Study of the Septuagint, Delta Epsilon Chi, Alpha Chi and Kappa Tau Epsilon. In addition, James has served as chairman of the Salt Shakers, a proactive community organization, seeking to extend Christian values to the community of Portland.
James married Patricia Ann (Lininger) De Young, a teacher, on May 29, 1965. Their marriage produced four children, including James David De Young, Rebecca Ann Grace Watkins, Rachel Inez De Young and Ruth-Ann Danielle De Young.