Bio/CV
Email Address: lsmithnyoomind@gmail.com
YouTubeChannel: Urban Theologian Media
Research & Expertise
As a researcher, writer, counselor, and instructor, Dr. Luther Smith maintains a dual emphasis on Biblical studies, and Counseling, valuing the link between both disciplines. With respect to Biblical Studies, Dr. Smith focuses on a consistent literal-grammatical historical (and cultural) hermeneutic, underscoring the importance of proper exegesis and exposition of the Scriptures in its immediate and general context. His emphasis considers the interdependence of psychology, sociology, religion, philosophy, ethics, politics, art, and entertainment and how the Bible speaks to each subject. Dr. Smith continues to teach in the classroom and at scholarly meetings and conferences. He is committed to continual research and publication.
EDUCATION
Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D). Southern California Seminary. Dissertation: A Qualitative Analysis On Evangelical Christian Married Couples Concerning Couples Prayer, Marital Conflict, and Relational Quality. 2017.
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (MACP). Southern California Seminary, 2011.
Master of Arts in Religious Studies (MRS). Southern California Seminary, 2011.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Ashford University, 2008.
ACADEMIC AND SERVICE APPOINTMENTS
Center Director. N(y)oo Mind Biblical Counseling, LLC. 2020-Present.
Dean of the College Calvary University. 2020.
Dept. Chair Biblical Counseling. Calvary University 2019-Present.
Academic Curriculum Committee (ACC). Calvary University. 2019-Present.
Presidential Search Committee. Calvary University. 2020.
Retention Committee Member. Calvary University. 2019-Present.
Presidential Search Committee. Calvary University. 2020.
Undergraduate Program Director. Calvary University. 2017-Present.
Teacher. Beth Haven Church. 2017-Present.
President (Faculty Senate). Calvary University. 2018-2019.
Program Dir. (Undergrad Bib. Counseling). Calvary University. 2018-Present.
Asst. Prof. (Biblical Counseling). Calvary University. 2017-Present
Senior Elder. Potrero Community Church. 2016-2017.
Adjunct. Southern California Seminary (SCS). 2016.
Adjunct Professor. San Diego Christian College. 2011-2016.
BOOKS & PUBLICATIONS
Forged From Reformation: How Dispensational Thought Advances the Reformed Legacy. (Contributing author). SCS Press, 2017.
A Brief Historic Examination of Christian Fundamentalism and Evangelicalism Among Black Americans and Their Skepticism of Dispensationalism. Council on Dispensational Hermeneutics, 2019.
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The Majesty and The Menial: The Doctrine of Good Works. Exegetica Publishing. 2020.
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The Reexamination of Human Personality Assessments From A Biblical Perspective. Calvary University Press. 2021.
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The Big Six: A Biblical and Expositional Discourse Concerning The Fundamental Questions of Life. Independently published. 2022.
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Foundations For Counseling Biblically: Equipping Counselors To Guide In Truth. Independently published. 2022.
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Philosophical Foundations For Counseling Biblically (Vol. 1). Independently published. 2022.
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Christmas In Winter (Novella). Independently Published. 2022.
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Biblical Foundations For Psychology and Counseling (Co-editor & Contributing author). Exegetica Publishing. 2022
INVITED LECTURES AND INVITATIONS
"A Biblical Examination of Intelligence" Calvary University Lecture Series. Calvary University. Kansas City, MO. February 20, 2020.
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"Critical Race Theory and The Biblical Perspective" Faculty Workshop. Calvary University. Kansas City, MO. February 20, 2020.
"The Specific Distinctiveness of This Approach: Consistent Application of The Normal Grammatical Historical Hermeneutic" The Christian Leadership Conference. Calvary University. Kansas City, MO. February 17, 2020.
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"Psychology: A Discipline or a Worldview?" The Christian Leadership Conference. Calvary Univerisity. Kansas City, MO, February 17, 2020.
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"Ephesians 5-The Filling of the Holy Spirit." The Spirituality Conference. Beth Haven Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO Nov. 1-3, 2019.
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"The Role of The Holy Spirit Today." The Spirituality Conference. Beth Haven Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO Nov. 1-3, 2019.
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"The Theological History of the Role of the Holy Spirit" The Spirituality Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO Nov. 1-3, 2019.
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"A Brief Examination of the Black Americans & Their Skepticism of Dispensationalism." The Council on Dispensational Hermeneutics. Sept. 18-19, 2019.
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"The Return of the King: The Millennial Reign of Jesus Christ." The Christology Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO May 31-Jun 2, 2019.
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"The Death, Burial, Resurrection, and Ascension of Jesus Christ" The Christology Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO May 31-Jun 2, 2019.
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"Can One Not Overcome? A Biblical Examination of Revelation 2-4" Tools For Bible Study Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO November 3-4, 2018.
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"1 Peter 3:19 Redux: Who Are The Spirits In Prison?" Tools For Bible Study Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO November 3-4, 2018.
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"The Biblical Apologetic Against The Problem of Evil" Apologetic Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO June 1-3, 2018.
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"The Biblical Apologetic Against Emotionalism and Mysticism In Christianity (Part One). Apologetic Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO June 1-3, 2018.
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"John's Revelation: Observing The Difference Between Apocalyptic and the Prophetic Genre." Tools For Bible Study Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO, November 3-5, 2017.
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"The Devil Is In The Details: Observing The Specific Details of The Book of Revelation." Tools For Bible Study Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO, November 3-5, 2017.
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"The Book of Revelation: The Consistent 'Commentary Interpretive Method' vs. The Consistent Literal Grammatical-Historical Method. Tools For Bible Study Conference. Beth Haven Church. Kansas City, MO, November 3-5, 2017.
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"The Motive of Marriage: To Serve." Kearney Bible Church Valentine's Day Dinner. Kearney, MO February 11, 2017.
CLASSROOM TEACHING
Biblical Counseling Undergraduate
Introduction To Biblical Counseling
Ethics and Biblical Counseling
Counseling Non-Traditional Families
Theological Foundations of Biblical Counseling
Counseling Troubling Emotions
Biblical Counseling of Youth
Premarital and Marital Assessments in Biblical Counseling
Introduction to Group Counseling
Ethics In Biblical Counseling
Internship Practicum
Biblical Studies Undergraduate
Old Testament Survey
Philosophy Undergraduate
Introduction To Philosophy
Theology Undergraduate
Systematic Theology I: Bibliology, Theology Proper, Pneumatology
Systematic Theology II: Anthropology, Hamartiology, Soteriology
Systematic Theology III: Angelology, Ecclesiology, Eschatology
Contemporary Theology
Psychology Undergraduate
Intro To Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
The Human Lifespan
Social Psychology & The Biblical Worldview
Human Sexuality & The Biblical Worldview
History of Psychological Systems
Counseling Graduate
Marriage and Family Therapy (Guest Instructor)
Normal Human Growth and Development
Counseling Theory I
Counseling Theory II
Counseling & Ethics Graduate
Law and Ethics (Guest Instructor)
Cross-Cultural Mores and Values (Guest Instructor)
Counseling & Ethics Graduate
Fundamentals of Pastoral Counseling
Systems of Biblical Integration
Research Graduate
Research and Program Evaluations (Guest Instructor)
Human Growth & Development (Co-instructor)
Research Methods
Research Methods and Techniques
SERVICES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND HONORS
Religious Ordination, 2022
International Association of Biblical Counselors (IABC) Certified Biblical Counselor, 2019-2020
Graduate distinction (Psy.D) Southern California Seminary, 2017
Summa Cum Laude (MRS, MACP) Southern California Seminary, 2011
Psychological Assistant, Genesis Recovery Center, 2016
Counseling Internship, New Vision Counseling Center, 2011
Counseling Internship, South Bay Community Center, 2011
Member, Alpha Sigma Lambda Ashford University Online Chapter, 2008
Summa Cum Laude (BA) Ashford University, 2008
Dean's List, Ashford University, 2008
Dean's List, Ashford University, 2007
Dean's List, Ashford University, 2007