Larry E. Dixon
Seminary & School of Missions(Resident Faculty)Systematic Theology
Dr. Larry Dixon, Ph.D., teaches systematic theology in the Seminary & School of Missions.. He came to Columbia in 1997 after serving as professor of biblical and theological studies at Providence College, Manitoba, Canada, for nine years. Before completing his bachelor’s degree, Dr. Dixon and his wife, Linda, went to Germany for short-term service with International Teams. He is the author of several books which focus on making theology accessible to everyone. He has maintained a ministry at conferences, camps, retreats and seminars, averaging 40 to 50 speaking engagements annually. Well known for his sense of humor, Dr. Dixon’s classes make the study of theology and history both lively and practical.
Education and Experience:
B.A., 1976, Northeastern Bible College; M.Div., 1979, Biblical Seminary; M.Phil., 1983, Drew University; Ph.D., 1985, Drew University; visiting professor, 1985-88, Regional Seminary; faculty, 1986-88, Northeastern Bible College; faculty, 1988-96, providence College; faculty, 1997-present, CIU Seminary & School of Missions.
Larry Dixon takes a serious and weighty subject and turns it into an honest and down-to-earth discussion of the practical ways we can find victory over temptation. His humor, poignant illustrations, and solid grasp of theology make for an easy but enlightening read.
Articles and Other Resources
- Back to the Basics: A Fairly Serious Survey of the Fundamentals of the Faith
“Back to the Basics: A Fairly Serious Survey of the Fundamentals of the Faith” (The Emmaus Journal Winter 1998, Vol. 7, No. 2).
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Cell-ing the Gospel
In this humorous article, Dr. Larry Dixon, professor of theology, writes about some ways that the pervasive presence of cell phones might be used for sharing the gospel.
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Five by McLaren: A Narrative Review Article of Five Books by Brian McLaren
"Five by McLaren: A Narrative Review Article of Five Books by Brian McLaren" (The Emmaus Journal, Winter 2005, Vol. 14, No. 2).
- Learning to Listen: The Absolute Need for an Absolute Authority
“Learning to Listen: The Absolute Need for an Absolute Authority” (The Emmaus Journal, Summer 1999, Vol. 8, No. 1).
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Sample Chapter from "DocWalk" by Dr. Larry Dixon
In his book DocWalk, Columbia International University Professor Dr. Larry Dixon zones in on our behavior as Christians by challenging us to put into practice what we say we believe. Laced with practical illustrations and humor, Dixon’s keen insight highlights how doctrine should make a difference in our behavior.
- The Doctrine of Angels
“The Doctrine of Angels” (The Emmaus Journal, Summer 2002, Vol. 11, No. 1).
- The Doctrine of Salvation
“The Doctrine of Salvation” (The Emmaus Journal, Winter 2001, Vol. 101, No. 2).
- The Doctrine of Sin
“The Doctrine of Sin” (The Emmaus Journal, Summer 2001, Vol. 10, No. 1).
- The Doctrine of the Church
“The Doctrine of the Church” (The Emmaus Journal, Winter 2004, Vol. 13, No. 2).
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The Other Comforter: The Place of the Holy Spirit in the Trinity
“The Other Comforter: The Place of the Holy Spirit in the Trinity” (The Emmaus Journal, Summer 2004, Vol. 13, No. 1 and in Understanding the Trinity edited by John Fish III).
- The ‘Shy’ Member of the Trinity: The Holy Spirit
“The ‘Shy’ Member of the Trinity: The Holy Spirit” (The Emmaus Journal, Winter 2002, Vol. 11, No. 2).
- Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: The Doctrine of the Person and Work ofChrist
“Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up?: The Doctrine of the Person and Work ofChrist” (The Emmaus Journal, Winter 1999, Vol. 8, No. 2).
