Offered On-Campus
Offered Online
Education
J.D. | Southern Illinois State University—Carbondale, Illinois
B.S. | Business Management—Maranatha Baptist University
Publications
Contributing Author and Editor, Christian Law Association Legal Seminar Syllabi (2003-2006)
Editor, One Nation Under God, Ten Things Every Christian Should Know About the Founding of America, 2nd Edition (2006)
Contributing Author and Editor, Reflections of a Legal Missionary (2006)
Author and Editor, Understanding Mandatory Child Abuse Reporting, a 50 State Guide (2006)
Author and Editor, Understanding the Constitution, Ten Things Every Christian Should Know About the Supreme Law of the Land (2005)
Author, Violence Prevention Policies for Christian Schools (2004)
Contributing Author and Editor, Sample Church Constitution & Ministry Bylaws (2004)
Editor, Legal Guidelines for Starting a Church (2004)
Research Author and Editor, Laws Governing Christian Schools, a 50 State Guide (2000-2006)
Contributing Author and Editor, Sample Ministry Staff Handbook (2003)
Speaking Requests
The On Mission podcast with Dr. Matt Davis highlights the experience of proven leaders in ministry, business, and civic engagement. Join host Matt Davis and co-host Jonathan Sheeley as they explore the keys to living a life of purpose and eternal significance for God’s glory.
Dr. Matt Davis welcomes WI Senator Ron Johnson to MBU.
As the Chief Executive Officer for Maranatha Baptist University, Dr. Matt Davis serves in leadership over all operational and academic units. He earned a Business Management degree from Maranatha and a law degree from Southern Illinois University School of Law. As a young man he followed God’s call to enter the legal profession in order to serve the Lord in legal ministry. As a “legal missionary” attorney for the Christian Law Association in Florida, he began his career litigating religious liberty cases and advising thousands of Christians and ministry leaders on legal issues, including Christian education, ministry employment, risk management, and religious liberty.
In 2007 Dr. Davis moved to Wisconsin and founded the Davis Law Firm in Watertown and assisted in the founding of Eternal Vision, a charitable foundation devoted to supporting quality Christian education. He also joined the MBU family as an adjunct professor. In the summer of 2010, Dr. Davis began serving full-time at Maranatha as Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness and Corporate Counsel. Just over a year later, he became Executive Vice President.
Dr. Davis transitioned at the start of 2021 to serve as Maranatha’s Chief Executive Officer. He has taken responsibility for much of the day-to-day workings of the school, including academics, accreditation, and administrative decision-making.
Dr. Davis’ wife Dana leads Maranatha’s Online & Distance Learning division. Their son Tim is a 2023 graduate of the MBU School of Business, and sons Mike and Eric are also receiving their education from Maranatha.
He is “all in” in his local church where he serves as a deacon. One of the highlights of his week is leading an Adult Bible Fellowship—teaching God’s Word and caring for the needs of members.
Whether it’s commentating livestream games as the voice of the Sabercats, expressing his love for the students from the chapel platform, encouraging faculty and staff, praying with students in his office, leading his small group Bible study, advocating for students in financial need, or supporting the institutional mission with passion, Dr. Davis serves MBU with dedication. He is a devoted Chicago Cubs fan and loves his ridiculous mini-dachshunds, Buster and Rosie.
As the Chief Executive Officer for Maranatha Baptist University, Dr. Matt Davis serves in leadership over all operational and academic units. He earned a Business Management degree from Maranatha and a law degree from Southern Illinois University School of Law. As a young man he followed God’s call to enter the legal profession in order to serve the Lord in legal ministry. As a “legal missionary” attorney for the Christian Law Association in Florida, he began his career litigating religious liberty cases and advising thousands of Christians and ministry leaders on legal issues, including Christian education, ministry employment, risk management, and religious liberty.
In 2007 Dr. Davis moved to Wisconsin and founded the Davis Law Firm in Watertown and assisted in the founding of Eternal Vision, a charitable foundation devoted to supporting quality Christian education. He also joined the MBU family as an adjunct professor. In the summer of 2010, Dr. Davis began serving full-time at Maranatha as Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness and Corporate Counsel. Just over a year later, he became Executive Vice President.
Dr. Davis transitioned at the start of 2021 to serve as Maranatha’s Chief Executive Officer. He has taken responsibility for much of the day-to-day workings of the school, including academics, accreditation, and administrative decision-making.
Dr. Davis’ wife Dana leads Maranatha’s Online & Distance Learning division. Their son Tim is a 2023 graduate of the MBU School of Business, and sons Mike and Eric are also receiving their education from Maranatha.
He is “all in” in his local church where he serves as a deacon. One of the highlights of his week is leading an Adult Bible Fellowship—teaching God’s Word and caring for the needs of members.
Whether it’s cheering for the student athletes, expressing his love for the students from the chapel platform, encouraging faculty and staff, praying with students in his office, leading his small group Bible study, advocating for students in financial need, or supporting the institutional mission with passion, Dr. Davis serves MBU with dedication. He is a devoted Chicago Cubs fan and loves his ridiculous dogs, Chewey and Buster.