Reading the Bible in Wesleyan Ways is comprised of significant essays by outstanding scholars. They represent and address the Wesleyan theological tradition and convey insights vital for today's Bible readers regardless of their denomination or tradition. The authors address Wesleyan ways of reading the Bible that:
focus on the ministry of the Spirit of Christ to illuminate the present significance of the text
recognize the role of faith community as the crucial location of Scripture's meaning and present significance
highlight the importance of spiritual maturity and unity with other believers in the pursuit of God's love
Barry L. Callen serves as a professor of Christian Studies at Anderson University in Anderson, Indiana.
H. Ray Dunning
H. RAY DUNNING is professor emeritus of theology at Trevecca Nazarene University. He holds an MA and a PhD from Vanderbilt University and has served as a pastor, lecturer, and speaker in numerous churches around the United States. Dr. Dunning has authored and edited numerous books on Christian faith and practice, including Grace, Faith, and Holiness;The Second Coming; and Biblical Resources for Holiness Preaching (2 volumes).
Richard P. Thompson has served as a professor of New Testament at three Christian universities: Northwest Nazarene University, Spring Arbor University, and Olivet Nazarene University. He holds a BA from Olivet Nazarene University, an MDiv from Nazarene Theological Seminary, and a PhD from Southern Methodist University. Among his previous publications are Acts: A Commentary in the Wesleyan Tradition (Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City, 2015), Keeping the Church in Its Place: The Church as Narrative Character in Acts (T. and T. Clark, 2006), and The Tiny Church in a Big Church World (Nazarene Publishing House, 1991).