Dr. Mark M. Yarbrough
Dr. Mark Yarbrough began his tenure as the 6th president of DTS on July 1, 2020. He has served in a variety of positions during his tenure at DTS: Research Assistant to the President, Executive Director of Information Technology, Associate Dean for External Education, Vice President for Communications, Academic Dean, and Vice President of Academic Affairs. His love for the classroom draws him to the Bible Exposition department where he serves as Professor.
Along with his responsibilities of leading DTS, he serves as an elder of Centerpoint Church in Mesquite and travels extensively leading tours and speaking at conference centers. Mark has authored Jonah: Beyond the Tale of a Whale and Tidings of Comfort and Joy. He has been married for thirty years to Jennifer, his high school sweetheart. They have four adult children, one son-in-law, and reside in Sunnyvale, TX.
Dr. Mark M. Yarbrough’s Books
Dr. Mark M. Yarbrough’s Publication Articles
- “Isaiah 61:1-2 and the Jubilee Theme in Luke 4:17-21.” 2001.
- “Naomi in the Book of Ruth in Light of the Mosaic Covenant.” Bibliotheca Sacra (161:644). 2004. 413-31.
- “The Meaning of Walking “In the Darkness” (1 John 1:6).” Bibliotheca Sacra (149:594). 1992. 214-22.
- “Misunderstanding the Misunderstandings in the Gospel of John.” 2002.
- “Psychological Implications for Substitutionary Atonement.” 2003.
- “Repentance in the Book of Acts in Light of Deuteronomy 30:1-6.” Michigan Theological Journal (1:1). 1990. 19-34.
- “Technically Speaking.” DTS Connection. 2006.
- “When God Doesn’t Heal.” Christianity Today. 2004.
- “The Woman Caught in Adultery : A Test of Jesus As the Greater Prophet.” Bibliotheca Sacra (146:582). 1989. 171-84.
Dr. Mark M. Yarbrough’s Contributions
Heartbeat for the Nation
This chapel message from Dr. Mark Yarbrough, titled “Heartbeat for the Nation,” reminds us that our…
Jesus Is Coming
Join Dr. Yarbrough as he launches our week of Christmas chapels and reminds us that Advent…
Living for The Fame of Jesus!
Join us as President Yarbrough continues his chapel series on the core values of DTS. This…
Convocation Fall 2025
Join us as President Yarbrough shares a message on building a firm foundation of love—a love…
All In for the Lord
"Pursue Excellence in Everything."
Evangelism Equals Hope: Message and Lifestyle Go Hand in Hand
“Come and see a man who told me everything I ever did! Could he possibly be…
Three Marks of Faith
Dr. Mark Yarbrough kicks off the Fall 2024 semester with an encouraging message about the goodness…
Lessons from Liberia – Mark Yarbrough
Dr. Mark Yarbrough shares insights from his recent trip to Liberia.
Commencement Ceremony 2024
The DTS Centennial Commencement Ceremony at Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano, Texas.
Commencement Chapel 2024
DTS Commencement Chapel 2024 at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas.
LOOK WHAT GOD HAS DONE!
Since the beginning of our centennial year at Dallas Theological Seminary, the refrain from a popular…
Jewish Emphasis Week: Panel Discussion
Listen as Dr. Mark Yarbrough hosts a panel discussion to wrap up Jewish Emphasis Week.
Thankful. Grateful. Hopeful.
Dr. Mark Yarbrough, President of Dallas Theological Seminary, delivers his chapel message. As we enter DTS’s…
The Salt and Light Factor
Early in his Gospel, Matthew chronicles the peaceful seaside scene of Christ’s first sermon. Spread across…
Serving a Steady Diet of Healthy Food
As kids grow up, it’s likely that the adults in their lives encourage them to eat…
What Will God See – Mark Yarbrough
Dr. Mark Yarbrough, DTS President, shares from John 15:12-13 a message on one of the institution’s…
Convocation Fall 2023
Dallas Theological Seminary's Fall 2023 Convocation
Everything + Nothing = Something – Dr. Mark Yarbrough
Dr. Mark Yarbrough is the President of Dallas Theological Seminary. Today He unpacks this well-known verse…
Love in Action
Definitions and displays of love abound. Yet, for all its sentiments, the world is no expert…
Trust the Text – Dr. Mark Yarbrough
Dr. Mark Yarbrough is the President of Dallas Theological Seminary. In his chapel message today he…
Answering Deception with the Truth
In John 18, hours before our Lord’s crucifixion, we find an interesting exchange between Jesus and…
Home Improvement
Dr. Mark Yarbrough is the President of Dallas Theological Seminary. In the first chapel of the…
Convocation Fall 2022
Convocation Ceremony Fall 2022
