The shift to readily accessible Artificial Intelligence tools is changing how our society operates. This revolution is having a significant impact on higher education. As a faculty member, the topic of AI comes up regularly in our meetings. No doubt, it's here to stay. As a professor, people are often curious about how students use … Continue reading Four Ways I Use AI as a Theology Professor
Daniel Isgrigg
2025: A Year of Writing for the Assemblies of God
As the year comes to a close, I want to thank those who read and follow my work on this blog. It is not lost on me that the world is competing for attention with digital content. Whether you are one of the several hundred subscribers to the blog or one of the approximately 25,000 … Continue reading 2025: A Year of Writing for the Assemblies of God
A Review of Larry Martin’s “William J. Seymour.”
Earlier this year I wrote a book review of Larry Martin's 2024 biography of William J. Seymour, published by Influence Magazine. I highly recommend the book and enjoyed writing this review that encapsulates my appreciation for the way Martin frames Seymour's importance. https://influencemagazine.com/en/Reviews/Simple-Obedience-Profound-Influence-Humble-Leadership Reading back over this review, I am struck by these words I … Continue reading A Review of Larry Martin’s “William J. Seymour.”
2024 in Review
As 2024 comes to a close, it is a good time to look back on this past year. I am grateful for the things the Lord has allowed me to accomplish this year. I am particularly thankful for those who read my work on this blog. It is very meaningful to me when people appreciate … Continue reading 2024 in Review
The Year I Was Filled with the Holy Spirit
When giving testimonies of experiences with God, it is not uncommon for people to talk about "the day" something happened. People may say something like, "I remember the day I was saved" or "I remember the day God changed my life." These testimonies of immediate transformation are encouraging because it reinforces our conversion-centered orientation of … Continue reading The Year I Was Filled with the Holy Spirit
Who Will Be Left Behind?
I have heard there is a new Left Behind movie out in theaters. It has been several decades since Tim LaHaye's series fictionalizing the return of Christ captured the evangelical imagination. This latest movie focusing on the antichrist seems to be following the pattern of trying to dramatize teachings about the end times for the … Continue reading Who Will Be Left Behind?
Practical Advice Before You Pursue a PhD
Some practical advice for those who want to do a theology PhD.
New Book: Imagining the Future.
I am excited that my dissertation on the history of Assemblies of God eschatology is now available from ORU Press. https://www.amazon.com/Imagining-Future-Development-Assemblies-Eschatology/dp/1950971082/ Since the Assemblies of God began in 1914, a great importance was placed on the belief in the second coming of Christ. However, in recent decades, a segment of AG ministers and educators have … Continue reading New Book: Imagining the Future.
Revising the Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths
The Assemblies of God General Council is meeting next month and the hot topic for this year is a proposed revision to the Statement of Fundamental Truths. This document, created in 1916, has served as the theological basis for the fellowship. Its central tenets define the AG's beliefs on doctrinal matters such as salvation, baptism … Continue reading Revising the Assemblies of God Statement of Fundamental Truths
A Short Clip of My Graduation
Here is a short clip of when I was recognized for the completion of my PhD from the Centre for Pentecostal Theology at Bangor University (Wales, UK) at the Pentecostal Theological Seminary Commencement held on May 21, 2019. I was the only PhD graduate that day so my program director, Dr. John Christopher Thomas, was able … Continue reading A Short Clip of My Graduation
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