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Why this Website? Five Reasons
Let’s be honest, the last thing the world needs is another blog or website!
To be completely honest, I’m not all that comfortable with a personal website and establishing any kind of personal “brand” or platform. There’s a lot of danger in a site where one’s image can be carefully crafted and controlled, and where someone can appear much more important than they really are (spoiler: I'm not very important! I'm a pastor of a mid-sized congregation in a fairly small town, and a mostly unknown scholar and author. This site is not trying to convince you otherwise!). However,
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A presentation on "Faith and Feminism" from the 2025 meeting of the Society for Pentecostal Studies.
Suggestions for how to move beyond a habitually all male or majority male church council.
Canada's main Christian magazine offers a positive review concerning both the depth of scholarship and practical accessibility of the book.
A Lot Has Changed in Pentecostal Scholarship Over the Last 15 Years.
After one year since publication, here's what's to come in 2025 for The Pentecostal Gender Paradox.
Pastoral longevity is not only tied to church health (part 1) but also the pastor's spiritual commitment.
Why are less people entering into vocational ministry, and what can the Church do about it?
I couldn't find a prayer that I liked, so I decided to write my own.
"Many of my sermons were too long" says one well respected preacher after reflecting on years of ministry. Here's why I agree.
When it comes to women in the church, the meaning and application of 1 Corinthians 11 is perhaps not as complicated as it first seems.
We celebrate the 50th post with some highlights, changes to the site, and a look at what's ahead.
Trying to explain theology, a cross, and communion to those who have never met a Christian or been to a church.
Ways to move beyond debate about women in ministry and to start acting!
Put an end to long, disorganized, and discouraging church staff meetings!
Why an "easy" solution will take some hard work.
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A presentation on "Faith and Feminism" from the 2025 meeting of the Society for Pentecostal Studies.
Suggestions for how to move beyond a habitually all male or majority male church council.
Canada's main Christian magazine offers a positive review concerning both the depth of scholarship and practical accessibility of the book.
