Looking at my publications, you might think my research interests are self-evident. Still, others might be scratching their heads.

My research follows my training in biblical and theological studies. Within this framework, my broad interest lies in the nature of religious movements—the historical, social, and cultural impetuses informing the beliefs and practices of peoples in their quest for God. Under this umbrella, I have written extensively on American Christianity and worldwide Pentecostal-Charismatic movements. I am particularly interested in how faith-fueled leadership intersects gender and racial issues.