PUBLICATIONS
Academic and Popular Works + Creative Resources
Academic Works
For Theology Nerds and Eggheads
Going Mainstream(ing): Pentecostalism and the Gender Dimensions of Displacement
Argument in the simplest of terms: Pentecostal gender attitudes matter in responding to the refugee crisis. Pentecostalism is uniquely positioned to make gender equality a reality among displaced people. Find out why in this chapter from the book I Was a Stranger and You Took Me In: Pentecostal Responses to the Refugee Crisis.
Beyond Ordinance: Pentecostals and a Sacramental Understanding of the Lord’s Supper
Why are Pentecostal churches and leaders so afraid of the word “sacrament” when a sacramental worldview is inherent to Pentecostal spirituality? Learn how Communion can be a Spirit-centered act of worship in your church.
(purchase published PDF here)
Mythoi, Monomyth, and a Missing Mother:
The Archetypal Significance of the Prodigal's Quest in Luke 15:11-24
In this unique and fun article, Joseph wonders why the parable of the Prodigal Son elicits such profound responses and emotions regardless of historical time, place, and culture. Could it be that Jesus intentionally told the parable in a way that appeals to a deep layer of the human psyche?
Find out why this has been the most viewed article in this journal's Special Issue on "Hermeneutics: Contextual Approaches to Biblical Interpretation."
This-Worldly Explanations for Otherworldly Growth:
Vitality in an Ozarks Megachurch
How does a church grow from 42 people to nearly 10,000? Through sociological analysis, Joseph tells the story of one church as a way to enter into the larger debate on theories of congregational vitality and to illustrate the paradoxical nature of American Religion.
Review of Pentecostal Preacher Woman: The Faith and Feminism of Bernice Gerard, by Linda Ambrose
Complicated. Complex. Controversial. Messy. Misunderstood. An enigma. Not easily categorized. Beloved. Hated. These are just some of the words used by Linda Ambrose to describe the life and ministry of Bernice Gerard (1923-2008).
Review of The New Canadian Pentecostals, by Adam Stewart
What separates the “new” Canadian Pentecostals from the old? In this review Joseph discusses the loosening ties of formal religion in Canada and what that means for Pentecostals moving forward.
Review of From Pentecost to the Triune God: A Pentecostal Trinitarian Theology, by Steven M. Studebaker
What can Pentecostal pneumatology offer Trinitarian theology and what does it mean for the real world? Joseph reviews this Pneuma Book of the Year award winner.
Magazine/Online Articles
Pastoral Works Engaging Broader Audiences
Addressing the Gender Imbalance in Pentecostal Leadership
Joseph suggests 3 action steps church leaders can take to help heal the gender divide in churches and denominations.
Interview with Alex Newman.
“Ode to Joy” (Featuring Miroslav Volf)
Canada’s Christian magazine interviews Joseph for pastoral thoughts on the topic of joy.
The Church as the One Bread
A much shorter and less academic version of “Beyond Ordinance” above! Practical suggestions for churches on practicing Communion.
(for digital book, click here)
Some Challenges Facing the Church
Joseph is asked by Regent College in their “Regent World” publication for some of his thoughts on the local church and the problem of “practical atheism.”
Pentecostal in Outreach and Social Action:
Mission by the Spirit
What’s more important, evangelistic outreach or social action? Joseph explains why the question itself is problematic.
(for digital book, click here)
Is There Room at the Table? A Review and Reflection
Joseph reviews James Smith’s book Thinking in Tongues for a student magazine, while offering his own reflections on the state of Pentecostal scholarship.
(note: original no longer available online)
NEWSPAPER ARTICLES
Read articles on various topics from Joseph’s “Faith Column” in his local newspaper.
