Who is David A. deSilva?

David A. deSilva is the guest speaker in the 6th Episode of the Covenant Bible Study on Hebrews. Here are 5 Fast Facts about him:

1) He studied English at Princeton University, has a Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary and a PhD in New Testament Studies from Emory University. 

2) He is a "Trustees' Distinguished Professor" of New Testament and Greek at Ashland Theological Seminary in Ohio. 

3) He has written more than 25 books and has a special interest in the books of Hebrews, Revelations, and Maccabees. He recommends that everyone read the Old Testament Apocrypha in order to more fully understand the context of the early church!

4) He is an ordained elder of the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church and the director of music for Port Charlotte United Methodist Church in Port Charlotte, Florida.

5) He is married to Donna Jean Heitman deSilva, and has 3 sons: James Adrian, John Austin, and Justin Alexander.