Dr. Steven Marquardt

Q: Where did you attend college?
A:  PhD in Religion (Emory University); ThM in New Testament (Western Seminary); MA in Biblical and Theological Studies (Western Seminary); BA in Biblical Studies/Pastoral Ministry (Multnomah University). 

What year did you join MBCA? 
A: 2024

What do you love about MBCA? 
A: I love MBCA's commitment to academic excellence and spiritual growth. It's rare to find a school tha pursues these goals without sacrificing one or the other. 

What is your all-time favorite sports team? 
A: Portland Trail Blazers

What is your favorite Bible verse, and why? 
A: Galatians 4:4-7 - Membership in God's family and the experience of God's Spirit are the defining features of the new covenant. This is what it means to be a Christian!

What are three fun facts about yourself?
A: I have traced back one branch of my family to passengers of the Mayflower. 
I placed second in state on the tuba in high school. 
I have three daughters, including a pair of twins. 

What is your favorite book? 
A: The Knowledge of the Holy by A.W. Tozer