He currently serves as an adult biblical education curriculum developer and teacher at Fairfield Christian Reformed Church. He has been a guest Bible teacher at other churches as well. Daniel holds a Master of Divinity from Western Seminary, where he emphasized his studies on the Hebrew Scriptures. He intends to pursue doctoral studies in the next couple of years to eventually teach the Hebrew Scriptures to aspiring pastors. His research interests pertain to Old Testament form criticism, canonical composition, and first century Jewish culture and history. Some of his theological influences include his long-time pastor/mentor Nick Blystra, professors Tim Mackie and Gerry Breshears, and the late John Sailhamer.