Phillip W. Martin

Curriculum Vitae
Sharpsburg, GA 30277  |  pwmartin@gospeldefender.com  |  gospeldefender.com/bio-phillip-w-martin

RESEARCH AND TEACHING PROFILE

Interdisciplinary scholar in biblical studies, Old Testament, and the history of religion, with active publication and forthcoming monographs. More than twenty-five years of applied experience in interpretive practice, public communication, and community formation. Teaching interests span world religions, philosophy of religion, ethics, and the history of ideas.

EDUCATION

Ph.D., Humanities Faulkner University, 2026 (in progress)

• Great Books of the Western tradition; coursework in philosophy, history, and humane letters.

M.A., Bible: Old Testament Studies Amridge University, 2023, Summa Cum Laude

• Emphases in textual transmission and canon history, historical-critical methods, hermeneutics, archaeology, and the history of interpretation.
• Representative coursework: Critical Introduction to the Old Testament, Hermeneutics, Archaeology and the Bible, Hebrew Reading I-II, History of the Bible, Reformation and Modern Church History.

B.A., Biblical Studies  Amridge University, 2022, Summa Cum Laude

• Coursework: Systematic Theology, Christian History, Homiletics, Hebrew I-II, New Testament Survey.

Additional Undergraduate Coursework

• Portland State University (2000); Western Kentucky University (1996-1997); Florida College (1995-1996); Tyler Junior College (1994); San Jose State University (1991-1993).

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS

• Adjunct Instructor, Philosophy and Religion University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA, 2025-present
• Adjunct Instructor, Religion  North Georgia Technical College, Clarkesville, GA, 2025-present
• Adjunct Instructor, Humanities  Gwinnett Technical College, Lawrenceville, GA, 2024-2025

MINISTERIAL APPOINTMENTS

• Preacher  Eastside Church of Christ, Sharpsburg, GA, 2017-present
• Preacher  Jere Whitson Road Church of Christ, Cookeville, TN, 2005-2017
• Preacher  Wilsonville Church of Christ, Wilsonville, OR, 1999-2005
• Preacher  Stonewall Church of Christ, 1998-1999

PUBLICATIONS

• Book Chapters
  • Martin, Phillip W. “The Eucharist and the Apocalypse: Unveiling the Lamb.” In Lead Me to Calvary: More Meditations on the Memorial Meal, edited by Nathan Ward and Ralph Walker. Deward Publishing, 2026.
  • Martin, Phillip W. “Sanctifying Time in Communion with God.” In Lead Me to Calvary: More Meditations on the Memorial Meal, edited by Nathan Ward and Ralph Walker. Deward Publishing, 2026.
• Books and Monographs (Forthcoming)
  • Martin, Phillip W. The Messiah in the Margins: Christological Echoes in the Hebrew Bible. FC Press, under contract, expected 2026.
  • Martin, Phillip W. Discipleship in a Digital Age. FC Press, under contract, expected 2027.
• Articles (In Progress)
  • Martin, Phillip W. “How Deep Are Our Roots? The Last Will and Testament of the Springfield Presbytery and Communion Among Disciples.” Article manuscript in preparation, targeted for Restoration Quarterly, 2027.

PRESENTATIONS

• Journal and College Lectureships
  • “Standing Firm in One Spirit with One Mind: Unity that is Worthy of the Gospel.” Florida College Lectures, Temple Terrace, FL, 2023. (Invited.)
  • “Without Faith, It Is Impossible To Please Him.” Truth Lectures, 2008. (Invited.)
  • “Visual Media for Preaching and Teaching.” Truth Lectures, 2006. (Invited.)
• Specialized Seminars
  • “Interactivity in Digital Media.” Balancing the Christian Life, 2022.
  • “Morality in the Public Square: The Use of Lethal Force” (with Dr. William Aprill, Licensed Mental Health Professional). Tactical Response, 2008.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

University of West Georgia (2025-present)

• PHIL 2130 Introduction to World Religions

North Georgia Technical College (2025-present)

• RELG 1101 World Religions

Gwinnett Technical College (2024-2025)

• RELG 1101 World Religions
• HUMN 1101 Introduction to the Humanities

SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP

Professional

• National Hutchinson Bell (Florida College alumni scholarship foundation), Vice President of Fundraising, 2021-present
• Georgia Chapter of the Hutchinson Bell, Member, 2019-present
• Middle Tennessee Chapter of the Hutchinson Bell, Member, 2017-2021
• Greater Northwest Chapter of the Hutchinson Bell, Member, 2002-2004

Community

• Assistant Scoutmaster, Troop 897, Newnan, GA, 2017-2024
• Assistant Scoutmaster, Troop 156, Cookeville, TN, 2014-2017
• Cubmaster, Pack 156, Cookeville, TN, 2012-2016

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

International Ministry

• Evangelistic work: St. Croix and Barbados (1998); The Philippines (2003, 2010).

Educational Study Tours

• Egypt, Jordan, and Israel (2019); Israel (2022); Italy (scheduled 2027; co-leader, benefiting the Hutchinson Bell scholarship fund for Florida College students).

Family: Married to Jill Martin; three children.