Scott Ashley was managing editor of Beyond Today magazine, United Church of God booklets and its printed Bible Study Course until his retirement in 2023. He also pastored three congregations in Colorado for 10 years from 2011-2021. He and his wife, Connie, live near Denver, Colorado.
Mr. Ashley attended Ambassador College in Big Sandy, Texas, graduating in 1976 with a theology major and minors in journalism and speech. It was there that he first became interested in publishing, an industry in which he worked for 50 years.
During his career, he has worked for several publishing companies in various capacities. He was employed by the United Church of God from 1995-2023, overseeing the planning, writing, editing, reviewing and production of Beyond Today magazine, several dozen booklets/study guides and a Bible study course covering major biblical teachings. His special interests are the Bible, archaeology, biblical culture, history and the Middle East.
Study and analysis of the four Gospels, describing the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. In the first semester, emphasis is
given to understanding the cultural context of Christ’s work and the calling of His disciples. In the second semester, emphasis is given to Christ's parables and the events of His crucifixion.
We were able to record this class as taught by Mr. Scott Ashley in 2018.
Course Number: THL 111/THL 112
Course Type: Lecture
Term: First Semester
Credits: 2