Michael Stephens

Michael Stephens is an experienced editorial professional with a robust background in biblical studies and academia. Currently serving as the Editorial Director at The Upper Room since August 2020, Michael previously held multiple roles at Abingdon Press from February 2010 to July 2020, where responsibilities included acquiring and managing books in diverse religious categories. Michael also contributed to Asbury Theological Seminary as an Adjunct Professor of Church History and has held various editorial positions at Thomas Nelson Publishers, focusing on Bible reference materials. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Religion from Vanderbilt University, an M.Div. from Princeton Theological Seminary, and a B.S. in Mathematics from Indiana University Bloomington.