
Journal of Theology
The Midwestern Journal of Theology is a scholarly journal written to assist Christians and churches in making disciples throughout the world. Published twice a year, each issue includes theological and exegetical articles, inspirational sermons, and reviews of important books.
The Journal of Theology is available free online for digital download or for purchase at the Sword & Trowel bookstore.

Latest Issue
Fall 2024
The Fall 2024 issue of The Midwestern Journal of Theology features a rich variety of articles from Midwestern’s own PhD students! Don’t miss the valuable book reviews as well, curated by Dr. N. Blake Hearson.
Fall 2024
Featured Articles

“Jesus is Lord”: A Conversation with Key...
Dr. John J.R. Lee answers the crucial question of how Paul was able to reconcile his Jewish faith with devotion to Jesus as a divine figure.
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An Analysis and Assessment of John Wesley’s...
Trevor Cartwright, a PhD student at Midwestern, demonstrates how John Wesley clarified and defended his positions concerning the human will.
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Pure Omnipotence:Understanding God’s Power Through the Lens...
Andrew Robert Cole provides focused study on actus purus and the doctrine of omnipotence.
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Michael D. McMullen
Editor
Dr. McMullen serves Midwestern as Professor of Church History, Editor of The Midwestern Journal of Theology, and holds the Lee AND Tammy Roberson Endowed Chair of Church History.
N. Blake Hearson
Editor, Book Reviews
Dr. N. Blake Hearson is professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Midwestern Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He is currently the Book Review Editor of the Midwestern Journal of Theology and served as the managing editor in the past.
Meet Dr. HearsonJason G. Duesing
Academic Editor
Jason Duesing serves as the Provost, Senior Vice President for Academic Administration, and Professor of Historical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Meet Dr. Duesing