At a small evening vespers service over which I preside, I recently was asked, “Are you sure it’s okay if we sing a Christmas song during Advent?” The question came from a thoughtful volunteer pianist and full-time math teacher who plays for our vespers gathering and for her Presbyterian church’s Sunday morning services. At first, … Continue reading The Joy of Heresy
Podcast: Paul Chilcote Episode 4 Part 2
I conclude my conversation with Dr. Paul Chilcote. Paul is a Wesley scholar, church historian, and theologian. Recently retired, Paul has served numerous academic institutions, including Asbury Theological Seminary (Orlando), Ashland Theological School, and Duke University. He also served as a missionary in Kenya and as a founding faculty member of Africa University in Zimbabwe. … Continue reading Podcast: Paul Chilcote Episode 4 Part 2
Podcast: Paul Chilcote Episode 4 Part 1
New Episode! In this episode I talk with Dr. Paul Chilcote. Paul is a Wesley scholar, church historian, and theologian. Recently retired, Paul has served numerous academic institutions, including Asbury Theological Seminary (Orlando), Ashland Theological School, and Duke University. He also served as a missionary in Kenya and as a founding faculty member of Africa … Continue reading Podcast: Paul Chilcote Episode 4 Part 1
Jesus and the 5 Love Languages
A Sermon delivered to Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Palmetto Bay, Florida. Date: May 26, 2019. Author Note: Someone once told me that a good sermon makes three points through story, definition, and the motivation to be moved by the Spirit using Scripture as a base. I am going to make my first attempt today. … Continue reading Jesus and the 5 Love Languages
Liminal Theology 