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David J. Eckman, Ph.D.
(510) 846-6264; eckn@aol.com

Biography

David enjoys people and has a heart for the person in pain. He is convinced that understanding God's ways is pivotal for the healthy, emotional life of the Christian. David has spent over 20 years in Biblical research; he teaches classes in spiritual life formation, and he has spent countless hours counseling and discipling people. The result is a uniquely gifted individual who effectively communicates God's truths to a hurting world.

David received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Houghton College, a Master of Divinity degree from San Francisco Conservative Baptist Seminary and a Master of Theology degree from Golden Gate Seminary. After completing six years of graduate research at Oxford University in England, he received the Doctor of Philosophy degree from Golden Gate Seminary in San Francisco, California. He has authored a commentary, Discovering Micah through Malachi  and has written a book on spiritual life development entitled: Living in the Presence of the Trinity.  His biblical scholarship is combined with 23 years of experience as pastor, counselor, teacher and conference speaker in a distinctly biblical and practical approach to everyday life.  He has also held a number of leadership positions at Western Seminary, such as Executive Vice-President and Executive Dean.

Currently, David is an associate professor of Hebrew and Spiritual Formation at Western Seminary. He is in much demand as a speaker on the spiritual life, the dysfunctional family and communication styles. He is the founder of Kesed Seminars and a senior lecturer for the organization.  Dr. Eckman and his wife, Carol, have been married for 27 years and have two children. They live in  Pleasanton, California.

 

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