The Black Biblical Heritage - Dr. John L. Johnson was born in Altheimer, Arkansas. He was reared in Tucson Arizona and earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Saint Louis University, in Missouri, and a Doctor of Divinity from "New World Theological Seminary" in Texarkana, Arkansas. The author has traveled throughout Europe, and a portion of Asia and Africa. he has appeared on radio and television engagements throughout the country, and has received numerous awards for his outstanding writings.