David J. Atkinson is a British theologian, author, and retired Church of England bishop. Having previously served as a college chaplain and lecturer in Oxford, as well as the Bishop of Thetford, he has written extensively on biblical interpretation, pastoral theology, and Christian ethics.

He is widely known for his contributions to the Bible Speaks Today commentary series, including The Message of Genesis 1–11, The Message of Ruth, and The Message of Proverbs. He is also a co-editor of the New Dictionary of Christian Ethics & Pastoral Theology.