Dr. Timothy Gunnells has witnessed Amridge University’s remarkable growth, from a small school meeting in a church building, where his father, Dr. Terry Gunnells (retired faculty member), first attended classes while pursuing a graduate degree, to a university offering multiple academic programs. Dr. Gunnells earned a Doctor of Ministry from Harding School of Theology, Master of Science and Master of Divinity in Christian Ministry from Amridge University, and Bachelor of Arts in Bible from Freed-Hardeman University. Dr. Gunnells began teaching at the college level as an adjunct instructor over 30 years ago. In 2013, he joined Amridge University, working alongside his father. He enjoys teaching a wide variety of courses, including undergraduate Bible, Ethics, and Ministry courses, masters level Leadership and Ministry courses, and doctoral level Ministry courses. In addition to teaching, Dr. Gunnells coaches and consults with churches, speaks to diverse audiences, leads workshops and seminars on Leadership and Spiritual Formation, mentors younger ministers, and serves as the preaching minister for the Southside Church of Christ in Shelbyville, Tennessee. "One of my favorite things about teaching at Amridge is the diversity of our faculty and students, as well as the opportunity not only to instruct amazing students but also to learn from them. I make it a goal to learn something from every student every time I teach. I know that being a lifelong learner involves more than academic pursuits; it also includes interpersonal relationships. Learning from books, colleagues, and my students makes me a better teacher, a better minister, and a better person. I am so grateful for my lifelong relationship with Amridge University and for all the people who have helped, and continue to help, make it a wonderful learning experience."