On today's episode of the Firebrand Podcast David, Scott and Maggie share some updates and discuss a rescent poll that shows the decline of Christianity in the West may be leveling off. In this episode: David F. Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
May 20, 2025•46 min
Today the Firbreand team discusses the question: Is Christianity Still Declining? In this episode: Scott Kisker David Watson Tesia Mallory
Mar 18, 2025•44 min
In this episode the Firebrand team with guest host Tesia Mallory reflects on recent experiences in Cypress Greece and Havana Cuba! In this episode: David F. Watson Scott Kisker Tesia Mallory
Feb 07, 2025•45 min
Today the Firebrand team discusses why first time purchases of the Bible are skyrocketing. In this episode: David F. Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Jan 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Scott, David and Tesia have a conversation with Precious Jewel Talari!
Dec 22, 2024•45 min
This week David, Scott, and Maggie discuss Scott's recent article in Firebrand Magazine: A Wesleyan Biblical/Theological Argument for Women's Leadership and Ordination by Scott T. Kisker In this episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Dec 03, 2024•42 min
On today's episode the David, Scott, and Maggie talk about Wesley's rules for voting, and the spiritual and ethical implications of how we allow politics to affect our lives as Christians.
Nov 04, 2024•40 min
On today's episode David, Scott and Maggie discuss a recent Substack post by Ryan Burg that discussed perpelexing data that shows a drop int he number of evanglicals going to church. Read the Ryan Burge's substack article here: "I'm and Evangelical But I Rarely Go to Church"
Oct 21, 2024•48 min
In today's episode the Firebrand podcast team, with special guest Tesia Mallory, talks about some highlights from the conveneing general conference of the Global Methodist Church in San Jose, Costa Rica. David also tells us how we can support hurricane relief for those affected by hurricane Helene. He also wants you to know that he's an excellent hiker! In today's episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Tesia Mallory Maggie Ulmer
Oct 02, 2024•45 min
In today's episode David and Maggie talk about the convening Genera Conference of the Global Methodist Church in Costa Rica! For more information about the Global Methodist Church hit the link below! https://globalmethodist.org/ In this episode: David F. Watson Maggie Ulmer
Sep 18, 2024•39 min
In today's episode David talks with Dr. Tesia Mallory and Dr. Ryan Danker about the history of the episcopacy and the way the office evolved under Wesley's leadership. They also share their respective thoughts on the GMC's conversation around the episcopacy today. In this episode: David F. Watson Tesia Lee Mallory Ryan Nicholas Danker
Sep 09, 2024•49 min
We're back after taking some time off! In today's episode David and Maggie discuss Mark Chironna's recent big-read in Firebrand Magazine: "Which Voices Are Really Prophetic?" Read the original article below! https://firebrandmag.com/articles/which-voices-are-really-prophetic-firebrand-big-read
Jul 29, 2024•42 min
On this weeks episode of the Firebradnd Podcast David and Maggie talk Dr. Tesia Mallory about her passion for, and advocay of liturgy in the church. In this episode: Tesia Mallory Maggie Ulmer David Watson
Jun 25, 2024•51 min
This week on the Firebrand Podcast David, Scott and Maggie have a hopeful conversation about the opportunities and challenges facing the Global Methodist Church. In this episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Maggie Ulmer https://firebrandmag.com/
Jun 10, 2024•36 min
On today's episode of Firebrand Voices Evan Rohrs-Dodge reads his most recent article called: "When Heaven Meets Earth: The Ascension of Christ" Read the original article below! https://firebrandmag.com/articles/heaven-meets-earth-the-ascension-of-christ In this episode: Evan Rohrs-Dodge Maggie Ulmer
May 10, 2024•10 min
On today's episode David, Maggie, Pete Bellini and Matt Reynolds discuss the recent Stronger Men's Conference held at the James River Church and the ensuing conversation around among other topics the Jezabel Spirit. In this episode: David F. Watson Matt Reynolds Maggie Ulmer Peter J. Bellini
Apr 29, 2024•1 hr 8 min
In today's episode David, Scott and Maggie discuss the gnarly intersection of politics and faith and David's recent substack about political commentator Charlie Kirk. In today's episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Maggie Ulmer Sign up for David's podcast here: https://davidfwatson3.substack.com/
Apr 15, 2024•41 min
In this episode David Scott and Maggie discuss whether Wesleyans espouse belief in the doctrine "once saved always saved." Check us out on Twitter: @FirebrandMag In this episode: David Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Apr 01, 2024•32 min
In today's episode Matt Reynolds reads his recent Fireband article: "Resurrecting Wesleyan Evangelism: The Necessity of Field Preaching Today" Read the original article here: https://firebrandmag.com/articles/resurrecting-wesleyan-evangelism-the-necessity-of-field-preaching-today
Mar 18, 2024•14 min
In today's episode the Firebrand team discusses the newest ad from the "He Gets Us" ad campaign: Jesus didn't teach hate. He washed feet. Stick around to the end of the podcast for a new Firebrand Podcast segment called Firebrand recommends! In today's episode: David Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Feb 22, 2024•1 hr 4 min
In today's episode David, Scott and Maggie discuss the benefits, and how-tos of setting up a deliverance ministry in your local church. Books mentioned in the podcast: The X-Manual Unleashed by Peter J. Bellini Deliverance and Inner Healing by John Loren Sandford and Mark Sandford Deliverance from Evil Spirits by Francis Macnutt...
Jan 22, 2024•38 min
Okay... yes, it seems late, but it's still Christmas until Epiphany. Plus, you don't want to miss the rivieting discussion of Krampus in this one.
Jan 01, 2024•53 min
Listen to Matt Reynolds read his article: "Doctrine, Spirit, and Discipline: A Holistic Vision for Church Renewal" Read the original article here: https://firebrandmag.com/articles/doctrine-spirit-and-discipline-a-holistic-vision-for-church-renewal Donate to Firebrand here: https://firebrandmag.com/match...
Dec 25, 2023•15 min
Today's episode of the Firebrand Podcast is a live panel discussion recorded earlier this past year. The discussion was about AI and it's impact on the Christian life. Panelists include: Dr. Pete Bellini, Dr. David Watson, Mr. Todd Jenkins, and President of Spirit & Truth Matt Reynolds. The conversation was moderated by Maggie Ulmer. Thanks to a generous donor, every dollar donated to Firebrand between now and the end of January will be matched up to 12,000.00 dollars. To help us reach our g...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 29 min
In this episode David, Scott, and Maggie wade through the topic of the current troubling rise of antisemitic sentiment in the United States. In this episode: David Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Nov 28, 2023•33 min
In this episode the Firebrand podcast crew tackle the question: Why should someone be a Christian rathern than merely Deist? The Firebrand Podcast is the official podcast of Firebrand Magazine: https://firebrandmag.com/ In this episode: David Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Nov 21, 2023•43 min
Today's episode of the Firebrand Podcast features a panel of speakers discussing why the future of Methodism must reclaim it's Spirit-filled roots to thrive. Hosted by: Matt Reynolds Maggie Ulmer Panelists include: Dr. David Watson (Academic Dean at United Theological Seminary) Rev. Dr. Carolyn Moore (Founding Pastor of Mosaic Church in Evans, Georgia) Dr. Steve Seamands (Retired professor of Christian Doctrine at Asbury Theological Seminary) Dr. Pete Bellini (Professor of Church Renewal and Eva...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 8 min
David, Scott and Maggie answer the question: Is this Armegeddon? The crew discusses the ongoing conflict in Israel. (Also check out our new opening music.) In this episode: Scott Kisker David Watson Maggie Ulmer
Oct 31, 2023•38 min
Kenny Johnston reads his recent Firebrand article: Recovering Logic: Reflections on Critical Thinking Skills in Ministerial Training. Read the Firebrand article here: https://firebrandmag.com/articles/recovering-logic-reflections-on-critical-thinking-skills-in-ministerial-training Thank you to this episode's sponsor: United Theological Seminary https://united.edu/...
Oct 24, 2023•15 min
In todays' episode of Firebrand Voices David F. Watson readis his article "Thoughts Upon Christian Orthodoxy (Or, Epistemology Can’t Save You)" Read the print article here: https://firebrandmag.com/articles/thoughts-upon-christian-orthodoxy-or-epistemology-cant-save-you
Oct 02, 2023•18 min