Michael Bird: What is Evangelical Theology?

Michael F. Bird is Lecturer in Theology and Academic Dean at Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia.

Mike grew up in Brisbane before joining the Army and serving as a paratrooper and intelligence operator. During his time in the military he came to faith from a non-Christian background, and soon after felt a call to ministry. He earned his PhD from the University of Queensland (2005). 

Mike describes himself as a “biblical theologian” who endeavours to bring together biblical studies and systematic theology. Remembered by students for his mix of outlandish humour and intellectual rigor, he makes theology both entertaining and challenging.

As an industrious researcher, Mike has written and edited over thirty books. His book Evangelical Theology is an attempt to develop a truly gospel-based theology that promotes the advance of the gospel in Christian life and thought. He often speaks at conferences in Australia, the UK, and USA and has recently published a New Testament Introduction co-authored with N.T. Wright. He also runs a popular blog called Euangelion.

Michael is married to Naomi and they have four children.