David Clift

I am grateful, not only to be a board member, but a Berean Christian High School graduate (Class of ’81). My two sisters, my brother, and two of my daughters attended Berean as well. I had the privilege of teaching Bible here, and Berean will always be “home” to me.  While I was a student, it was the encouragement of teachers and fellow students, along with the opportunities to serve the Lord here that opened my heart to God’s call to ministry. I pastored for 40 years and I am indebted to Berean for the educational and spiritual role it has played in my life and that of my family. I am excited every year to see God do amazing things in and through the lives of students and teachers as we seek to bring glory to God by developing lifetime followers of Jesus Christ.

Education

Bob Jones University, S.C. – BA Bible, BA Speech Interpretation

San Francisco Baptist Theological Seminary – MA Biblical Studies

Baptist College & Graduate School of the West, San Francisco – MDiv

Newburgh Theological Seminary, Indiana – PhD

Vocation

Clayton Valley Church (1 year) – Interim Pastor

Bethany Baptist Church (3 years) – Associate Pastor

Hillside Church (35 years: 1989-2024) – Senior Pastor