If I'm visiting the zoo with my boys, we'd much rather spend time checking out the elephants over the rabbits. However, when it comes to church, Telford says we need to be more like rabbits. Listen in for more context around this important point Telford makes.

If you've ever wondered whether God is still working today in the same ways He did in the Book of Acts and all throughout scripture, then this is an episode for you. We worship the same God who doesn't change. Dr. Telford Work joins STG to encourage us all regarding his work exploring and participating in disciple-making movements around the world. The stories he shares are full of the miracle-working power of God. He shared so many that we had to include more encouragement in the easter egg after the outro of the episode.

Telford Work is Professor of Theology at Westmont College. His most recent books are What About Evolution? and Jesus—The End and the Beginning. A recent focus is disciple-making movement (DMM) strategies and their implications (see link below). His course lectures on Christian doctrine, theological ethics, and New Testament are online at YouTube. His Ph.D. in Religion (Theology and Ethics) is from Duke University. He also holds an M.A. in Theological and Biblical Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary and a B.A. in Political Science from Stanford University. He is the Scoutmaster for his boys’ Scout Troop and on a team of volunteer chaplains for the Santa Barbara County Jail.

https://telfordwork.net/dmm/

The question in the title isn't about U.S. seminaries nor is it asking who is a better leader and/or theologian. While the topic of theological education in the GMC is at the heart of our conversation today, the title question is directed toward which historical figure will be more representative of GMC worship life and practice going forward. In other words, will the GMC embrace more of the Anglican side of our heritage or equally hold space for the broader evangelical and charismatic worlds that are also part of our history? To the extent we choose to embrace all of the above, we will face challenges concerning how flexible or firm rules for faith and practice can be.

To set the record straight for everyone, insert laugh track, is Dr. Andy Miller III! Dr. Andy Miller III was named President of Wesley Biblical Seminary on July 1, 2024. Dr. Miller previously served WBS as Dean and Vice President of Academic Affairs. He is the ninth permanent president to lead the seminary, which is in its fiftieth year of developing trusted leaders for faithful churches through biblical and theological education.

Prior to joining WBS in 2021, Dr. Miller had an extensive ministry in the Salvation Army, serving as a pastor, leader, and administrator as a Corps Officer and Area Commander. He holds a Ph.D. in historical theology from Nazarene Theological College (University of Manchester) and a Doctor of Ministry from Perkins School of Theology (Southern Methodist University). He is also an alumnus of Asbury Theological Seminary and Asbury University. He is an ordained elder in the Global Methodist Church and a delegate to its upcoming Convening General Conference.

Originally from the Midwest, Dr. Miller is married to Abby Adams Miller, who served with him as a Salvation Army Officer. She homeschools their three children, Andy, Titus, and Georgia. The Millers reside in Ridgeland, Mississippi.

Wesley Biblical Seminary: wbs.edu

More To The Story Podcast: https://www.andymilleriii.com/media/podcast

Sanctitas Et Scriptura: https://wbs.edu/news/sanctitas-et-scriptura/?fbclid=IwY2xjawO5GoZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLa21WeG5VOExvcWE4U2Jxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrOHWSPcxh2ZPDVG6fsMaY3CCioBSOug3a6iSjRnl_JiIMgY5lfhqUS-np4Y_aem_ihDgo7Yaq9wx11XTzvgOMw

What should we be protesting? What does it mean to still be a Protestant Christian in the 21st century? Answers to these questions and more follow in our conversation with Dr. Jones. At the very end of the show notes are important links to Beth's work and Northern Seminary, where she is Professor of Theology and leads their Doctor of Ministry program which has a special focus on theology.

Beth Felker Jones (PhD, Duke University) is a Midwestern writer and professor who has published numerous theological books, short stories, and is working on her first novel. A lifelong book lover, she writes about relationships, identity, and redemption. For more information about Beth's work, please explore the following links:

https://www.ivpress.com/why-i-am-protestant?srsltid=AfmBOor8bBVMruzH3zTKr9rrN3a-qJ2mOqiA85yMxWP5SmqK8uBD_O3k

https://bethfelkerjones.substack.com/

https://www.seminary.edu/faculty/beth-felker-jones/

https://bethfelkerjones.com/