Charles S. Ruark Jr., M.D.

Dr. Ruark, a retired Emergency Physician, was board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians since, 1984 until his retirement in 2011. He earned a B.S. in mathematics from Tulane University, graduating Phi Beta Kappa, and completed medical school at the University of Alabama School of Medicine, achieving Alpha Omega Alpha in his sophomore year. His residency training was at Vanderbilt University, where he met his wife, Dr. Deborah J. Stewart, a brilliant ophthalmologist who passed away in 2021. They have one son, David. Since his conversion in the mid-1970s, Dr. Ruark has been passionate about Christian theology, authoring books like The Koran Unveiled and The Mark of the Antichrist Revealed. His study of Ezekiel 40–48, which he calls the Millennial Temple, began around 2005, uncovering a geometric principle based on the Cross. At ISOW School of Ministry, Dr. Ruark’s courses explore this architectural vision, enriching students’ understanding of biblical prophecy. His teachings at isow.org align with the Church of God’s mission, offering affordable, self-paced online education. Students benefit from his scholarly approach and passion for Scripture, ideal for those pursuing certificates or degrees. Join ISOW’s online Bible school to study under Dr. Ruark and deepen your faith through transformative biblical education.