Looking at the work I have published, you might think my research interests are self-evident. Still, others may be left scratching their heads. Allow me to elaborate.

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 underlying 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 intersects with issues of race, gender, and leadership.