About
I serve as a theology and ethics professor in Nashville, which is a joyful place to be for someone who loves engaging scholarship, church life, and really good music.
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For me, there are few things as rewarding as bringing the best of academic exploration and scholarly research into vital conversation with the life and mission of the church. My research and writing engages politics and the church, economic development and social entrepreneurship, theological method, Wesleyan history and theology, technology and ethics, as well as theology in higher education.
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I've also loved serving in pastoral ministry in various capacities, and currently serve on the pastoral team at Trevecca Community Church.
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Beyond my work in the academy and the church, I enjoy playing music on the guitar, keyboard and the Hammond B3. Running and biking, aviation, and Chevy Corvettes. I'm married to Shawna and we are raising two energetic and imaginative kids in Music City.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
While serving as a research fellow at the Stead Center for Ethics and Values, I also completed a dissertation on economic ethics and the doctrine of the Trinity.
Master of Divinity
Nazarene Theological Seminary
The M.Div was a rich time of growth and development. I especially appreciated my courses in theology and church leadership
Master of Arts
Point Loma Nazarene University
Completed a thesis exploring the history of the doctrine of prevenient grace in the thought of Augustine, Aquinas, Luther, and Wesley.
Bachelor of Arts
Point Loma Nazarene University
Majored in Philosophy and Theology. Minors in music and youth ministry.
Awards, Scholarships and Grants
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Teaching Excellence Award, Trevecca Nazarene University.
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Teaching Award, National Society of Leadership and Success
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Fellow, Stead Center for Ethics and Values
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President's Academic Award, Nazarene Theological Seminary
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Corlett Sermon Preacher, Nazarene Theological Seminary
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Interpretation Journal Award for Academics