Our Faculty
Henry A. Harbuck, Ph.D., Th.D., D.Sc.
President
Dr. Henry Harbuck earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Psychotherapy and Counseling from American National University, his Doctor of Theology degree from Southern California Theological Seminary in Stanton, California and his Doctor of Science from the Institute of Science & Mathematics. He has studied and demonstrated proficiency in various fields such as theology, psychology, music, writing, science, teaching and speaking. Dr. Harbuck developed and teaches a form of Christian Counseling known as Didactic Redirectional Intervention (DRI). He has traveled extensively, preaching and lecturing in several countries. He is also the General Editor of the “New Millennia In- Depth Bible.” Dr. Harbuck also serves as President & Director of Student Affairs for Omega Bible Institute & Seminary.
Jerry K. Hatfield, B.S., M.A., M.Div., D.Litt.
Dean of Biblical Languages
Dr. Hatfield received a Bachelor of Science in Bible and Theology from Valley Forge Christian College in Pennsylvania and Master of Arts in Semitic Languages & Literature and Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary in California. Omega Bible Institute & Seminary awarded him the Honorary Doctor of Literature for his outstanding Hebrew study book. He has extensive experience in creating and implementing post-secondary school and youth programs, as well as graduate-level teaching. He has taught overseas in Jerusalem as well as tutorial sessions in Biblical Hebrew at the seminary level.
Professors
Bart A. Hughes, B.S., M.A., D.Div.
Professor
Dr. Hughes holds a Bachelor of Social Science from Montreat College, Master of Arts in Religious Education from Linda Vista College, and Doctorate of Divinity from Trinity Hall Seminary. He is the founder of Missions in Action Training Center and Family Ministries in Action. Dr. Hughes has prior experience as a pastor, but presently spends much of his time giving seminars on leadership and speaking at youth retreats.
F. Tyrone Bozeman, B.A., M.Div., D.R.E.
Professor
Philip Curatolo, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.
Professor
Daniel E. Lee, B.A., M.Div., Ph.D.
Professor
Mike Steryous, B.A., Th.M., Ph.D.
Professor
Billy J. Owensby, B.A., B.Min., M.Min., D.Min.
Professor
Dr. Owensby is an educator, author, pastor and church leader. He holds a Bachelor of General Studies (emphasis in Pastoral Ministry) from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, a Bachelor & Master of Ministry from Bethany Bible College and Seminary, a Doctor of Ministry from Louisiana Baptist Theological Seminary, and other advanced studies from Liberty Baptist University, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and Toccoa Falls College. He is currently serving as an adjunct professor at Emmanuel College and North Georgia Baptist Theological Seminary. He is a Certified Leader for Building Witnessing Relationships. During his numerous years in the ministry, he has authored two books, Revelation: Homiletical Guide and I John: The Expositor’s Notes.
Keith E. Johnson, B.A., M.A., Th.M., D.Min., Ph.D.
Professor
William Whitlow, Th.M., Th.D.
Professor
Lars E. Jensen, B.A., M.B.Litt., M.Bib.Lang., Ph.D.
Professor
Gerald Reliford, B.S., M.Div., D.Min.
Professor
James E. Willis, B.S., M.A., Th.D.
Professor
Dr. Willis is a pastor and church planter. He has spent 35 years writing and teaching Biblical doctrine and life studies on various Biblical subjects, including the Book of Proverbs and End-Time Prophecy. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Bible Science, with a Minor in Psychology & Counseling from Northeast Bible College (now University of Valley Forge). He also holds a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies and a Doctorate in Theology from Omega Bible Institute & Seminary. Dr. Willis pioneered and/or revitalized several churches and developed “Your Daily Prescription,” a primetime radio ministry, as well as a bus ministry and television outreach with an audience of 100,000 people.
David Caraballo, DRE., Ph.D.
Professor
Dr. Caraballo is a church pastor, teacher, counselor and professor. He also has been involved in Honduran missions and evangelism. He has a Diploma in Bible Sciences from University of Valley Forge in Pennsylvania and holds bachelor’s degrees in Biblical Studies from FLET University in Florida and Religious Education from Bethany Bible College in Alabama. He also holds a Master of Theology from International Seminary, a Master of Divinity (emphasis in professional counseling) from Liberty University in Lynchburg, earned his DRE from Bethany Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Pastoral, Marriage & Family Counseling from Biblical Life Theological Seminary in Dixon, Missouri.
Pamela J. Edwards, B.A., B.A., M.A., Psy.D., D.D.
Professor
Dr. Edwards holds a Bachelor of Arts in General Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Healthcare Administration from Ashford University, a Master of Arts in Health Psychology from Northcentral University, a Doctor of Psychology-Biblical Model from Dayspring Christian University, and an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from St. Luke Evangelical School of Biblical Studies. Dr. Edwards is an ordained minister serving in the hospital and prayer ministries since 2001. She also has many years of experience in post-secondary teaching, medical claims examination and health care accounting. Dr. Edwards is also a certified life coach.
PROFESSORS NOT PICTURED
Valentina Randle, Ph.D., D.Min.—Professor of Theology, Ministry, and New Testament
Don G. Banks, B.B.S., M.Min., D.Min.—Professor of Homiletics
Byron Boykin, Th.M., Th.D.—Professor of Biblical Exposition
Theda H. Wolfe, M.Div, D.Min.—Professor of Ministry
Mari Guarneri, B.S., M. Psy., Ph.D.—Professor of Christian Counseling
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Jan Harbuck – Office Manager
Amber Blaylock – Executive Assistant
Tiffany Tatum – Administrative Assistant
Jessica Wallace – Administrative Assistant