Dr. Jacob Cherian serves as Professor of New Testament and Dean of Faculty at the Centre for Global Leadership Development, Bangalore, marking his 40th year on the faculty of Southern Asia Bible College. He holds a Ph.D. from Princeton Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology from Regent College, Vancouver, with academic specialization in New Testament and Pauline Studies. An ordained minister with the Assemblies of God, India, he has devoted his life to discipleship, mentoring pastors and leaders, and helping churches grow toward a wholistic, biblically grounded faith engaged in integral mission. He serves on the executive boards of CGLD, the India Sunday School Union (Coonoor), Bombay Teen Challenge, and Urban India Ministries, and has written extensively for pastors and church leaders. Dr. Cherian is married to Melody, and they are blessed with two children and a grandson.