Articles
June 1 2023
Visions for the Church of the Nazarene Pt 2 w/ Brian Powell
This week we’re hearing from Brian Powell, Superintendent of the Kentucky District Church of the Nazarene.
May 25 2023
Visions for the Church of the Nazarene Part 1 with Tom Oord
This week we’re hearing from Tom Oord, Director of the doctoral program at Northwind Theological Seminary and the Center for Open and Relational Theology.
May 16 2023
Visions for the Salvation Army Part Two with Willis Howell
Three denominations that I care deeply about are going through difficult moments in their history: The Salvation Army, the Church of the Nazarene, and the United Methodist Church....
May 12 2023
Rohr and “The Universal Christ”–Arsenic-Laced Kool-Aid
Guest post from Steve Bussey on the danger of Richard Rohr's theology for The Salvation Army.
May 11 2023
Visions for the Salvation Army Part One with Christina Tyson
Three denominations that I care deeply about are going through difficult moments in their history: The Salvation Army, the Church of the Nazarene, and the United Methodist Church....
May 4 2023
Signals of Transcendence with Os Guinness
I had the privilege again to talk with Os Guinness. This time we talk about his new book Signals of Transcendence which uses an idea from Peter Berger (Os’ teacher) to tell the...
April 27 2023
Orthodoxy in the Church of the Nazarene with Jared Henry
Jared Henry is a pastor with the Church of the Nazarene and the president of the Holiness Partnership. He and I talk about the events in his life that led to this group seeking to...
April 20 2023
When Women Lead with Carolyn Moore
In today’s podcast, I talk to Carolyn about how women and men can have realistic expectations and employ effective strategies to help women move beyond survival and find joy in leading others.
April 13 2023
Critical Theory with Neil Shenvi
Enjoy this conversation I had with Neil Shenvi, a Christian apologist, theoretical chemist, and homeschooling father of four.
April 6 2023
Networks Not Denominations with Shane Bishop
Shane Bishop serves a church that has disaffiliated from the UMC but is not joining another denomination. Instead, the church is connecting to several other large churches in the Foundry Network.
March 30 2023
15 New Testament Words for Life with Nijay Gupta
Righteousness, Gospel, Faith, Holiness, and Witness - Today's podcast goes deeper to learn about these words from Nijay Gupta
March 23 2023
The Market Matters with Ethan Kelly
It’s hard to figure out what is going on with the stock market. Today I sit down with Ethan Kelly who is the founder of Providence Capital Management and is the CFO at Wesley...
March 16 2023
Read Dorothy Sayers! with Kathryn Wehr
Here is my conversation with Kathryn Wehr, a scholar specializing in the religious drama of Dorothy L. Sayers and the editor of the just-released The Man Born to be King, Wade Annotated Edition.
March 9 2023
Rich Mullins’ Music, Life, and Legacy with James Bryan Smith
Jim Smith produced a touching devotional biography about Rich Mullins' life. I think you will enjoy this conversation with Jim Smith.
March 2 2023
United Methodist Bishop Joins Global Methodists
Bishop Scott Jones is one of the first episcopal leaders to transfer from the United Methodist Church to the Global Methodist Church. Here is a refreshing perspective for this fledgling denomination.
February 13 2023
REVIVAL AT ASBURY-Steve Seamands, Dr. Michael Brown and more
Here are a couple of interactions I had with people actively engaged in the revival happening in Wilmore, KY on the campus of Asbury University.
February 9 2023
Movements that Move with Steve Bussey
Steve Bussey and I talk through non-negotiables of movements that move. We think specifically about traditions that come in the wake of the evangelical revival led by John Wesley.
February 2 2023
Narcissists, Enablers, and Andy Stanley
Dr. David E. Clarke and I talk about how to develop strategies in working with narcissists and break the cycle of enabling relationships. That, plus we address Andy Stanley's recent comments.
January 26 2023
The End of Interpretation with R. R. Reno
Today on the podcast we talk about R. R. Reno's new book, The End of Interpretation, which encourages believers to think about the role of the church through the centuries in the interpretive process.
January 19 2023
Is God a Vindictive Bully? with Dr. Paul Copan
In his timely and readable book, Is God a Vindictive Bully?, apologist Paul Copan takes on some of the most vexing accusations of our time.
January 12 2023
The Thrill of Orthodoxy with Trevin Wax
In The Thrill of Orthodoxy, Trevin Wax turns the tables on those who believe Christian teaching is narrow and outdated.
January 5 2023
Experiencing Miracles with Dr. J.P. Moreland
J.P. Moreland offers a few practical, philosophical, and theological words for experiencing miracles.
December 29 2022
Top Ten Stories from 2022 in the Wesleyan World
2022 has been an eventful year for the Pan-Wesleyan Movement. Here is a list of the top ten stories of the year connected to the broader Pan-Wesleyan movement.
December 22 2022
“Our Great Redeemer’s Praise” - A New Pan-Wesleyan Hymnal
The new hymnal - Our Great Redeemer’s Praise – is out! Now that this hymnal is available, I had Jonathan Powers on the podcast to talk about it again. Don’t miss this important resource.
December 22 2022
G.K. Chesterton, Ezekiel 37, and Marriage
I recorded this podcast reflecting on a G.K. Chesterton essay, Ezekiel 37, and some contemporary events connected to the so-called ‘Respect for Marriage Act.’
December 15 2022
Dangerous Affirmation: Revoice and Gay Christianity
M.D. Perkins took his research from his two documentaries and saw a trend with Gay Christianity and the Revoice Conference. With his research behind him, he wrote this new book, Dangerous Affirmation.
December 8 2022
Victorian Christianity with Dr. Timothy Larsen
On this podcast we talk about Timothy Larsen's books, A People of One Book, The Oxford History of Protestant Dissenting Traditions, and The Oxford Handbook of Christmas.
December 1 2022
Sticking with the UMC with Rev. Brian Jones
On this week's show I talk with a conservative pastor who has decided to stay with the UMC, Rev. Brian Jones.
November 23 2022
Quest for the Historical Apostles with Dr. Brian Shelton
Much of what can be known about the twelve apostles is from extra-biblical sources. Brian Shelton has mined these sources to present portraits of the apostles that are interesting and inspiring.
November 17 2022
Gender Dysphoria: A Pastoral Response with Dr. Janet Dean
Dr. Janet Dean helps us understand how we can live out our calling to be people of grace and truth when responding to those in the LGBTQ community.
November 10 2022
The Air We Breathe with Glen Scrivener
Glen Scrivener helps me see how the teachings of Jesus not only turned the ancient world upside down, but continue to underpin the way we think of life, worth, and meaning.
November 3 2022
Praising the Mundane with Dr. Brent Waters
Doing little things like washing the dishes and other chores makes a difference. On today’s show, theological ethicist Brent Waters highlights the importance of common virtues in our life.
October 27 2022
The History of Praise and Worship Music with Dr. Lester Ruth
Dr. Lester Ruth walks through the two major streams that led to the phenomenon that we know as praise and worship.
October 20 2022
Holy Happiness with Cricket Albertson
A name that is often brought up on this podcast is Dr. Dennis Kinlaw. His granddaughter, Cricket Albertson, has edited a series of lectures he gave in the early 1970s.
October 13 2022
When Helping Hurts with Dr. Brian Fikkert
In today’s podcast I interview Dr. Brian Fikkert, co-author of “When Helping Hurts” and Founder/President of the Chalmers Center.
October 6 2022
United Methodism: It's Time to Multiply
Dr. Jeff Greenway and Bishop Mike Lowry share their insights about an exciting time in the life of the Methodist movement.
September 29 2022
The End of the World As We Know It with Dr. Crawford Gribben
Today I have a conversation with historian Crawford Gribben about his work chronicling the way people have talked about the end times through the centuries.
September 22 2022
Discipleship in the Home with Dr. Matt Friedeman
Dr. Matt Friedeman’s beloved book Discipleship in the Home has been updated into a second edition. Today we look at the basic argument in the book and what has been updated in this edition.
September 15 2022
Juggling for Jesus with Jesse Joyner
Jesse Joiner is a variety performer and he uses his gift of juggling, amongst others, to bring others into a deeper relationship with Jesus.
September 8 2022
Against Liberal Theology with Roger Olson
In the tradition of Origen of Alexandria’s 'Against Celsus', Roger Olson takes on the new religion of Theological Liberalism in today’s podcast.
September 1 2022
Henry Clay Morrison and the Global Holiness Movement
Dr. Oconer gives a helpful analysis of Henry Clay Morrison’s World Tour of Evangelism which is indicative of forgotten aspects of the holiness movement.
August 25 2022
The Political Seduction of the Church with Dr. Michael Brown
Dr. Michael Brown provides a helpful analysis of the political milieu in the United States.
August 18 2022
5 Ways to Know You Are Ready to Lead this Fall
As schools start, church leaders and volunteers need to ensure they are ready for fall activities. Dan Reiland, executive pastor at 12 Stone Church, helps us prepare ourselves for the next few months.
August 11 2022
United Methodism, What's Going On Now?
In the last few months, the tectonic plates of United Methodism have shifted. Rob Renfroe is president of Good News for United Methodists and helps us see what is happening in that denomination.
August 4 2022
Pizza Hut, American Girl Dolls, and Acts 9
Today I take a closer look at Saul’s conversion on the road to Damascus by relating it to Pizza Hut and American Girl Doll memes.
July 28 2022
Five Discipleship Principles with Matt Friedeman
On today’s podcast I unite with the Life-Changing Discipleship podcast with Matt Friedeman to discuss discipleship principles from Jude and concerns facing pastors today.
July 21 2022
Dutch Salvation Army Changes Stance on Sexuality
Recently The Salvation Army in the Netherlands has issued a statement saying they are departing from the International Salvation Army’s stance on sexuality.
July 14 2022
Can Women Be Pastors? Dr. Murray Vasser
Christians are divided on how to think through Scripture passages that seem to prohibit women from serving as pastors. Dr. Murray Vasser and I work through this question on today’s podcast.
July 7 2022
Keymaster Games with Kyle Key
God leads us in unique ways. How does someone go from being an art major to founding a board game company? Kyle Key, CEO of Keymaster Games, tells his remarkable story on today’s podcast.
June 30 2022
Top Ten Books on Apologetics with Dr. Steve Blakemore
On today's podcast we hear from Wesley Biblical Seminary's Professor of Christian Thought, Dr. Steve Blakemore about his Top Ten Books on Apologetics.
June 23 2022
Hymns, Hymnals, and Worship with Dr. Jonathan Powers
Do we need a new hymnal? What does a collection of worship materials do for the church? My friend, Dr. Jonathan Powers, is on the podcast to talk about the new hymnal, "Our Great Redeemer's Praise."
June 16 2022
Seven Books Every Christian Should Read with Dr. John Oswalt
Dr. John Oswalt sits down with me to share seven books every Christian should read! These are the seven books that have had the most significant influence on his life.
June 9 2022
Out of Chaos with Jessica LaGrone
On the podcast today Jessica LaGrone talks about her new book, Out of Chaos. In it she explores the beauty that God can bring out of the chaotic state of our lives and world.
June 2 2022
The Communicator's Calling with Dr. John Oswalt
Dr. John Oswalt and I talk through his career as a preacher, scholar, leader, and teacher. He synthesizes these functions as a call to be a communicator.
May 27 2022
Shall the Fundamentalists Win? Fosdick and My Grandfather
My grandfather was collecting money for The Salvation Army...After knocking on the door, the piano playing stopped, and my grandfather was surprised to see Fosdick open the door.
May 26 2022
Anniversary Episode with Phil Laeger
Phil Laeger joins us today for this special anniversary edition of the podcast. In this episode I also give some reflections and some exciting news about what’s coming.
May 19 2022
Doctrinal Faithfulness with Steve Bussey
Should we be cautious with Orange?, removing Blood & Fire, lessons from the UMC, and articulating a canon; are some of the topics I cover with Steve Bussey today.
May 12 2022
Do We Have Souls? Dr. Steve Blakemore
Do humans have souls? How do we think about what constitutes a human? I had a chance to catch up with Dr. Steve Blakemore on this subject. I learned a lot here and I think you will too.
May 5 2022
Evangelical Egalitarians? Dr. Matt O'Reilly
Is an evangelical egalitarian an oxymoron? Dr. Matt O’Reilly and I talk about the challenge of engaging the larger evangelical community regarding women in ministry.
April 28 2022
From Federal Prison to Mega-Church Pastor - Robert Stevenson
From federal prison to leading one of the largest Christian movements in Mexico, check out the powerful story of Pastor Robert Stevenson from Tierra Prometida (The Promised Land)...
April 21 2022
Talking to Your Kids about Sex with John Fort
As a parent, I need more tools to help my kids think about sex, and this conversation with John was incredibly helpful to me
April 14 2022
Top Ten Books on Discipleship
Top Ten Books on Discipleship - Hear Andy and Matt's list on today's podcast!
April 7 2022
Spiritual Friendship with Cindy-Lou Drummond
Major Dr. Cindy-Lou Drummond discusses the importance of same-gender friendship and how people live out a biblical sexual ethic.
March 31 2022
Top Ten Holiness Book with Dr. Chris Lohrstorfer
Check out this list of the Top Ten Books from the Holiness Tradition with Andy Miller and Chris Lohrstorfer.
March 24 2022
Scripture's Story with Dr. Joy Moore
Dr. Joy Moore shares the power of grasping the big story of scripture and communicating for our time as preachers “tell the story of God rather than tell people what to do.”
March 17 2022
St. Patrick’s Day, Should We Celebrate? Jeff Bakos
Should we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day? Jeff Bakos has embarked on an intense study of the historical tradition surrounding St. Patrick’s life and ministry and helps us think...
March 10 2022
Psalm 16, Transgenderism, and Rascal Flatts
Today’s podcast walks through the counter-cultural yet life-giving themes of Psalm 16.
February 25 2022
Putin, Just War, and Ukraine with Marc LeVecche
Yesterday I recorded an interview that I had been set up for a while. It was a conversation with just war scholar, Dr. Marc LeVecche. I couldn't have predicted the timing when I...
February 24 2022
Genocide, Joshua, and the OT with Dr. David Schreiner
Genocide, Joshua, and the Old Testament - Dr. David Screiner talks through this challenging subject. He focuses on one Hebrew word that is often translated as “totally destroy” (Josh. 10:28).
February 17 2022
For the Body with Dr. Tim Tennent
Too often Christians are known by what they are against. On today’s podcast, Tim Tennent helps change the conversation to describe what we are for...we are "For the Body!"
February 10 2022
Under Two Flags with Jason Swain
Jason Swain discusses his new book, Under Two Flags: The Rise, Rebellion, and Rebuilding of The Salvation Army in America 1870-1913 on today's podcast.
February 3 2022
The Post COVID Church with Stuart Kellogg
Stuart Kellogg started The Post Covid Church project in the Spring of 2020 and it includes a website, podcast, and YouTube Channel. Check out this link to find out more.
January 28 2022
Enough is Enough with Dr. David E. Clarke
Dr. David E. Clarke gives practical advice to help leave abusive relationships.
January 20 2022
United Methodism, What's Going On? Keith Boyette
The Wesleyan Covenant Association (WCA) is the renewal group bringing the Global Methodist Church into existence. Today I talk with the WCA’s president, Keith Boyette.
January 13 2022
A New Kind of Salvation Army Community with Caleb Louden
Caleb Louden is a leader at Creekside. On today's podcast, he and I talk about how this community is innovating new ways to express the ecclesiology and mission of The Salvation Army.
January 6 2022
Progressive vs. Conservative Salvationism: A Conversation
In our divided times, conversations between people who disagree are important. Today’s podcast is a 90-minute conversation with Chick Yuill on human sexuality and the church.
December 30 2021
Flipping the Script with Dr. Frank Turek
In this episode, I talk with apologist Dr. Fran Turek about his book 'Stealing from God.'
December 23 2021
Advent and Jeremiah's Field
What does Jeremiah's Field in Jeremiah 32 have to do with Advent? Check out my answer here.
December 16 2021
Roe vs. Wade and Saving Babies with Matt Friedeman
Will Roe Go? Dr. Matt Friedeman, professor at WBS, has been a leader in the pro-life movement for years in Jackson. He and I talk about Roe, saving babies, and much more.
December 11 2021
Still Proceeding - 'We Three Kings' Reconsidered
Admittedly, I have occasionally rolled my eyes at the carol, We Three Kings. Nevertheless, this carol uniquely, spiritually, and theologically stood out to me this year.
December 9 2021
One Faith No Longer with Dr. George Yancey
Baylor sociologist George Yancey comes on today’s podcast to talk about his book, ‘One Faith No Long: The Transformation of Christianity in Red and Blue America.'
December 2 2021
Has The Salvation Army Gone Woke?
Has The Salvation Army gone woke? Last week, a dozen people reached out to me asking about the validity of several articles that pointed to woke trends in the Army. See my response here.
November 19 2021
The Wesleyan Quadrilateral, Chick Yuill, and Included
The Wesleyan Quadrilateral is a misunderstood tool in theology. Several people sent a video my way from the Included Conference (a virtual event) and encouraged me to respond.
November 18 2021
Cold-Case Detective J. Warner Wallace, Person of Interest
Cold Case Detective and Christian apologist, J. Warner Wallace talks about his new book, Person of Interest, on today’s podcast.
November 11 2021
Enneagram: Thumbs Up or Down? - Dr. Chris Berg
The Enneagram and Christians - Dr. Chris Berg offers his insights on today's podcast.
November 4 2021
Christians and Alcohol, Who Cares? + Them Before Us
Christians and Alcohol - Should Churches Care? Katy Faust is the founder of that organization that is attempting to put “Children’s rights before adult desires.”
October 21 2021
Remembering Dr. Billy Abraham - Promoted to Glory
Remembering Dr. Billy Abraham - Promoted to Glory- A conversation with Drs. Jason Vickers, David Watson, Justus Hunter, and Jerry Walls about Dr. Billy Abraham's influence.
October 14 2021
Two Testimonies - Scott Harkless and Van Haywood
#1 - An alcoholic at 14, living out of his car at 16, experiencing God's grace. #2 - Teeth whitening, Lady A, and the Gospel; Dr. Van Haywood shares his remarkable story.
September 30 2021
Connecting to Your Audience with Illustrative Energy
Deploying strong illustrations opens lines of connection with the audiences you serve. Your audience could be a Sunday morning congregation, a negotiation table, a talk with a...
September 23 2021
Illustrative Energy-Friedeman, Platt, McKenzie, and Swanson
Part one of a two-part series on the use of illustration in life and preaching.
September 16 2021
Ken Collins - Jesus the Stranger
On today’s show, I discuss Ken Collins' new book Jesus the Stranger. Check out that conversation here:
September 9 2021
REVOLUTIONS AND THEIR SOURCES – Os Guinness
The Magna Carta of Humanity: Sinai’s Revolutionary Faith and the Future of Freedom
September 2 2021
Mixed Messages in The Salvation Army on Human Sexuality
Most denominations are having to focus their attention on issues of human sexuality. This concern is downstream from larger theological matters of revelation and the human body. In...
September 2 2021
Examples of Mixed Messages in The Salvation Army
Here are examples of mixed messages coming from within The Salvation Army regarding human sexuality.
August 23 2021
Will Heaven Be Boring?
Will heaven be boring? Mark Twain and Richard Dawkins both said something to that effect, and that critique deserves a response.
August 13 2021
Spiritual Warfare Studied ? Will My Dog Be In Heaven?
Dr. Matt Ayars gives us a taste of a new course he is teaching on spiritual warfare.
July 29 2021
Make a Scene - Tips for Storytellers with Dr. Alyce McKenzie
On today’s More to the Story podcast, I talk with a scholar and practitioner of the sacred art of preaching – Dr. Alyce Mackenzie.
July 22 2021
When Does a Mission Become a Church? Dr. James Pedlar
When does a mission become a church? James Pedlar discusses the challenges of denominational distinctives, or charisms, and how ecclesiologies are formed.
July 15 2021
Can Nonprofits Make a Profit? Dr. Don Dixon's Answer
Dr. Dixon explains a method he developed to make nonprofits stronger.
July 8 2021
Mega Church vs Small Church - Insights from Matt Roden
Matt draws out lessons from both contexts that help me think in a more focused way about the mission of the church in North America.
July 1 2021
Asbury University President -Dr. Kevin Brown + Hyper-seeing
Dr. Kevin Brown and I had a great conversation that I am sharing with you today. Time went by too quickly as we talked about the importance of hyper-seeing potential in others.
June 24 2021
Perfect Love-Kevin Watson-Recovering Methodism’s Lost Power
Kevin Watson's New Book - Perfect Love - Don't miss it! I will be recommending Perfect Love for the rest of my life.
June 17 2021
Capturing People's Attention - A Conversation wit Phil Cooke
Capturing People's Attention, Shawshank Redemption, and Cancel Culture - A Conversation w/Phil Cooke
June 11 2021
Songwriting, SA Uniforms, Send the Fire - Phil Laeger
I had a great conversation with Phil Laeger, check it out here.
May 21 2021
On "Changing the Army"
A loyal soldier approached me, it was clear he had something important to say. It was Sunday and the holiness meeting had just finished. His index finger...
May 20 2021
Miller Family News!
We are writing to share news about our family. As of June 20, 2021, Andy and I will be concluding our 14 years as officers in The Salvation Army.
May 19 2021
Where You Sit
In my new book, Stay the Course: Challenges to Salvationists from the Book of Acts, I have three chapters dedicated to Acts 2. On this Pentecost Sunday I share this one with you.
May 18 2021
A Reason to Shout "Hallelujah"
I was caught off guard. My Salvation Army worshiping tradition has produced in me a naturally interactive worship style that wasn’t ready for what I was about to experience....
May 17 2021
Holistic Hospitality: A Bridge to a Future Army
Here is an excerpt from my book, Holistic Hospitality. If you are with the Salvation Army's Southern Territory you can use your account and order it from...
May 16 2021
Forward to the Fight!
Here is a brief explanation for why I close all my correspondence with the line “Forward to the Fight.” One of the early leaders in the Salvation Army, George Scott Railton, wrote...
May 15 2021
The Marks of the Church and The Salvation Army
This excerpt is from my MDiv. thesis, from a chapter on the Salvation Army's eschatological ecclesiology. Forward to the Fight, ASM3 The Marks of the Church and The Salvation Army...
May 14 2021
Awareness: A Christian's Take on Moral Responsibility
I had an opportunity to participate in a panel discussion at Richland College on Tuesday. The topic was, "Do humans have and obligation to help others?" The panel included a Jewish...
May 13 2021
Immortality of the Soul and The Salvation Army
This paper was written as the final chapter of MDiv. Thesis, The Good Time Coming: The Impact of William Booth's Eschatological Vision (2005). I make a fairly bold suggestion in...
May 12 2021
When Brass and String Collide
Standing at the roadside, with their instrument cases in their hands, not sure why they are there, three brothers wondered what their Dad had got them into this time. They were...
May 11 2021
Officership as an Art
Three years of officership are complete and like most officers in this stage of my calling I am painfully aware of how I miss the mark. People are more complex then I imagined. The...
May 9 2021
To See Again
God Restoring Our Vision Mark 10:46-52 Sitting on the curb with calloused hands, weather-worn feet, and a dejected spirit that’s tired of pleading for money and begging for food is...
May 9 2021
Making Room
Romans 12:6-20 I wanted to leave, and you wouldn’t have blamed me. I could see nothing but an ocean of gold and blue. There had to be forty thousand people looking at me, and not...
May 9 2021
A Lesson from my Grandfather: Consider Others
“I had to follow that verse, ‘In humility consider others better than yourself’ (Philippians 2:3). The sound of my Grandfather’s voice still echoes in my mind, he would recite that...
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