Stephen Presley

Dr. Stephen O. Presley is Associate Professor of Church History at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a scholar of early Christianity and ​​Director of Education and Engagement at the Center for Religion, Culture, and Democracy. He holds a Ph.D. in Church History from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and has written extensively on early Christian thought and practice. His book, “Cultural Sanctification: Engaging the World like the Early Church,” explores how early Christian wisdom can guide contemporary believers in navigating post-Christian culture. Dr. Presley brings deep expertise in patristic theology, early Christian apologetics, and the intersection of faith and culture in both ancient and modern contexts.