Preparing Students for Life of Mission for Christ: Dr. Daniel Overdorf, President of Johnson University in Knoxville, TN

In July 0f 2024, Dr. Daniel Overdorf became the eight president of Johnson University. In 2005, he joined Johnson University as a faculty and held roles such as Professor of Ministry Leadership, Director of Preaching Programs, and Dean of the School of Christian Ministries. From 1995 to 2005, he worked as a minister in churches in Illinois and Georgia.

Dr. Overdorf graduated from Johnson University in 1995. From 1995 to 2005, he completed his graduate studies at Lincoln Christian Seminary, earning a Master of Divinity, and at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, earning a Doctor of Ministry, while also serving in churches.

He has written six books:
- Preaching: A Simple Approach to the Sacred Task
- A Death Well Lived: A Novel
- One Year to Better Preaching: 52 Exercises to Hone Your Skills
- Rediscovering Community: What the Bible Says About the Church
- Applying the Sermon: How to Balance Biblical Integrity and Cultural Relevance
- Ministering to Your Minister

Dr. Overdorf grew up in the mountains of eastern Tennessee and southern West Virginia. He has been married to his wife, Carrie, for thirty years. They have three children.