For the past thirty years, I have had the privilege of serving the body of Christ as an independent researcher, theology professor, mentor, and educator within the local church. I hold formal training in systematic and theological studies, as well as world and native histories. My doctoral work in Christian philosophy focused on the necessity of the American church to develop a comprehensive theology of persecution and a personal philosophy of death within an Enochian ideological worldview.
My current research is interdisciplinary, examining the interplay between Christian metaphysics (the fundamental nature of existence), biblical anthropology (the elemental components of the tripartite being), personal eschatology (death and the intermediate state), and the evangelistic implications of speculative theology in narrative contexts (quantum physics, relativity, and biblical cosmology).
From 2022 to 2024, I served as Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Forge Theological Seminary, where I taught undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Old Testament studies and Christian philosophy, and participated in thesis and dissertation committees for both master’s and doctoral candidates. I recently wrote a book review that has been accepted for publication at FTS’s Ecclesia Militans Journal, evaluating Vern S. Pythress’ book, Logic: A God-Centered Approach to the Foundation of Western Thought, [Print Ready] which served as a required text for my Introduction to Logic class.
At the end of 2024, I transitioned from Forge to serve as Principal Scholar-in-Residence and Director of Curriculum Development at Isaac Hunter Ministries. This organization focuses on conveying the gospel message to those identified as “spiritual but not religious,” particularly individuals drawn into the occult, witchcraft, Satanism, or New Age ideologies. Our mission is advanced through the creation of innovative narrative works, independent study resources, online and in-person classes, and community outreach. We draw our mandate from the dual freedom and obligation articulated in 1 Corinthians 9:22: “I have become all things to all people, that by all means I might save some,” as well as being personally grounded in Colossians 3:17, 23: “Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus,” and “whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men” (1 Corinthians 10:31; Ephesians 4:11-16; Acts 17:11).
Additionally, I am pursuing postdoctoral studies and ministry training at the Koinonia Institute, where I am in the final phase of my coursework and also serve as a student mentor. In this capacity, I effectively facilitate a ten-class course load by monitoring online learning management system (LMS) communication boards, welcome students to their respective classes, address inquiries, review and respond to class assignments, and encourage students to continue in their academic pursuits.
For the digital portfolio of my current Study Plan at the Koinonia Institute, please click here.
For the digital portfolio of my completed ThD Program at Forge Theological Seminary, please click here.
TEACHING & MINISTERIAL EXPERIENCE
2024-PRESENT
Scholar in Residence, Director of Curriculum Development – Isaac Hunter Ministries
In these dual roles, I oversee the theological and educational mission of the organization, providing innovative and creative curriculum design to promote spiritual growth and theological understanding within both the Christian community and the broader public. I engage in active research and develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs for implementation in both online and in-person classes. Additionally, I offer mentorship to interns and staff, guiding their academic and professional development. I lead workshops, seminars, and offer public speaking engagements in support of the ministry’s initiatives and organize community outreach programs aimed at promoting educational opportunities and enhancing public engagement. Furthermore, I represent the ministry at conferences and events, advocating for our educational mission and fostering collaboration within the greater academic, general public, and Christian communities.
2020-PRESENT
Student Assistant/Mentor – The Koinonia Institute
In this position I welcome students to their classes when they first enroll, answer questions as they arise, read and respond to student assignments, and encourage students to continue in their studies when they have started struggling.
2024-2025
Bible Teacher – Harbor Baptist Church, Winchester Bay, Oregon
I volunteered at our local church primarily teaching Sunday School classes, weekday Bible Studies in the community and I also utilized my experience with html and website development to remodel and update the church website.
2022-2024
Associate Professor of Biblical Studies – Forge Theological Seminary
In this position I taught four graduate level courses: Wisdom Literature, the Prophets, Introduction to Christian Philosophy, and Introduction to Logic. I routinely developed new courses for the school as well as sat on thesis and dissertation committees as needed for graduate students.
PUBLISHING & WRITING EXPERIENCE
PRESENT
Author of Upcoming Theological Workbooks & Courses – Isaac Hunter Ministries
I am currently principal Scholar in Residence and Curricula Development Director at IHM, creating theologically based workbooks for use in our ministry and evangelistic efforts. These are intricately drawn from the content of novels published by Isaac Hunter. I will also be teaching classes in the future: on-site, online, and in community.
2022-2023
Curriculum Creator and Designer
During my first year at Forge Theological Seminary, I was tasked to develop and teach several online courses for the institution. I successfully developed four courses in this time period: Introduction to the Old Testament: Wisdom Literature, Introduction to the Old Testament: Prophets, Introduction to Christian Philosophy, and Introduction to Logic. I subsequently taught all four classes during my remaining time at FTS before leaving at the end of 2024.
2012-PRESENT
Author of Various Non Fiction Titles – Amazon Kindle
I have written three non-fiction titles in the early 2000s. How to Homeschool: A Self Teaching Approach; A High School Poet; and Our Boxers: A Labor of Love.
PUBLICATIONS TO-DATE
Veach, Steven S. Review of Vern S. Pythress’ Logic: A God-Centered Approach to the Foundation of Western Thought. Ecclesia Militans Journal. Forge Theological Seminary. 2024 [article].
Veach, Steven S. A Ministry in the Making: How God and Koinonia House Changed My Life. Harbor Baptist Church Blog. 2024. [article]
Veach, Steven S. In Preparation of Apostasia: Persecution Against American Christians within an Enochian Worldview as Informed by a Philosophy of Death. ThD Dissertation. Approved 2021. Forge Theological Seminary. [article]
EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE
2020-PRESENT
Ministry Program (Gold) – Currently Pursuing
Koinonia Institute
Major: Postdoctoral, Bronze, Silver, Gold Levels
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2020-2021
Doctor of Theology (ThD) – Awarded 2021
Forge Theological Seminary
Major: Christian Philosophy
Dissertation: In Preparation of Apostasia: Persecution Against American Christians within an Enochian Worldview as Informed by a Philosophy of Death
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2010-2011, 2019-2020
Master of Theological Studies (MTS) – Awarded 12-31-2020
Nations University
Advisor: Gail Heiderich
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1997-1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA) – Awarded 12-31-1999
Thomas Edison University
Major: World History
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1990-1993
High School Diploma – Awarded 6-1-1993
Roseburg High School
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Steven S Veach 