Introduction
Tradition Enquiry for Evangelicals will involve engaging with past and present scholarship within the broad tent of 'Evangelicalism'. As Evangelical is a movement more than a theological tradition itself, albeit a Protestant and theologically orthodox movement, it involves several streams of tradition--especially the Reformed, Wesleyan, Baptistic, and Pentecostal. Within Evangelicalism are then some narrower emphases that are less cooperative with the broader tent and more focussed on a narrower corner of Evangelicalism.
In my understanding of what should constitute 'Evangelicalism', I would say that one hoping to research within the movement that makes up Evangelicalism needs to do so by:
1. intentionally reading material and engaging with scholars and ministries that are Evangelical;
2. intentionally reading material and engaging with scholars and ministries that remain faithful to the Reformation's emphases;
3. intentionally reading material and engaging with scholars and ministries that remain orthodox, including the orthodox within the Roman Catholic Church and Orthodox Church.
The following list of journals attempts to cover much of what constitutes the first of these.
[For the Part Four (An Indicative Bibliography for Enquiry in Evangelical Tradition) click here]
1. Early Church
A list of Early Church Journals:
https://thepatrologist.com/2015/09/07/an-incomplete-guide-to-journals-in-patristics/
2.
Anglican
Church Society Publications
The Global Anglican, The Global Anglican - Church Society
‘The Global
Anglican is a journal for the Church of England and global Anglicanism.
Each issue aims to promote the faith of the Holy Scriptures and such teachings
of the ancient Fathers and Councils of the Church as are agreeable to the said
Scriptures. In particular such doctrine is to be found in the Thirty-nine
Articles of Religion, The Book of Common Prayer, and the Ordinal, in line with
the doctrinal position of Church Society.
The Global
Anglican is a journal committed to excellence in upholding high academic
standards in its articles, book reviews and editorial.
The Global
Anglican is an ecclesiastical journal that aims to speak to the pastoral
needs of the contemporary church.
The Global
Anglican aims to equip ministers, students and lay people to persuade
others of the eternal truths of our faith in Jesus Christ and the need for them
to be applied today for the renewal of the church and the conversion of the
world.’
Formerly: The Churchman, BiblicalStudies.org.uk: The Churchman Vols.
1 - 10 (1887-1896) [and see from here also later volumes]
Churchman is
an international journal produced quarterly by Church Society. The
journal was first published in 1879 and since that time it has established its
place as essential reading for Christians who wish to gain a Biblical
perspective on a range of matters. Leading writers deal with current issues,
historical themes, and the Evangelical doctrine in which we believe. The
journal appears on this site by permission of Churchman's Editorial Committee.
Articles published more than 70 years ago are now in the Public Domain.
The
North American Anglican, https://northamanglican.com
The North American Anglican exists to
glorify Christ and to serve the people of his Church. We hope to provide a
resource and forum for proclaiming and discussing those Evangelical and
Catholic truths, which find their home in historic Anglican theology.
Regular contributors share a commitment to
the supreme authority of sacred scripture in matters of faith and morals. They
also gladly affirm the 39 Articles of Religion and the historic Book of Common
Prayer, as authoritative norms and standards for authentic Anglican faith and
piety.
Our desire is to participate in and curate
a renaissance of both Christian theology and the arts. Keeping in focus a
special emphasis on the many historic contributions that the Anglican tradition
has made and continues to make, in the realm of beauty in worship and in daily
life.
To these ends you will find contributions
from clergyman and layperson, scholar and homemaker, Anglican theologian and
kindred members of other branches of Christ’s Church. We hope you’ll enjoy what
others have offered here, and consider making your own contribution to our
cause. Join us as we celebrate the richness of our Christian heritage, and seek
to faithfully proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection
to a generation that desperately needs Him.
3.
Baptists
Baptist History and Heritage Journal, Baptist
History & Heritage Journal – Baptist History & Heritage Society
The journal, published three times a year,
is ‘dedicated to the pursuit of historical information that will enable
Baptists to understand themselves, to appreciate their past, and to discover
historical perspective for the future. If an occasional article helps Baptists
to avoid mistakes of the past and enunciate more positively the cherished
truths that have made and sustained them across the years, the journal will
have served a worthwhile purpose.’
The Southern Baptist Journal of Theology, The
Southern Baptist Journal of Theology Archives — Southern Equip
The Southern Baptist Journal of Theology is
published three times a year by Southern's School of Theology and features
articles by the faculty of Southern Seminary as well as leading evangelical
scholars from around the world.
Southwestern Journal of Theology, Southwestern
Journal of Theology
The Southwestern Journal of Theology is
the oldest theological journal continually published by a Southern Baptist
seminary. Currently edited by David S. Dockery, Distinguished Professor of
Theology, this resource is as much for current students as it is for alumni and
the church at large.
Journal of Baptist Theology and Ministry, BiblicalStudies.org.uk:
Journal for Baptist Theology and Mission Vols. 1- (2003- )
‘The Journal of Ministry & Theology,
encourages pastors, church leaders, scholars, missionaries and others who love
the church of Jesus Christ to think biblically regarding contemporary
theological issues, ministry concerns and methodologies facing the church,
academy and individual believers.’ It ‘is
published semiannually by the Baptist Center for Theology and Ministry, which
is a research institute of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. The BCTM
exists to provide theological and ministerial resources to enrich and energize
ministry in Baptist churches.’
4.
Catholic
First Things, https://www.firstthings.com/
The Institute on Religion and Public Life,
a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization (EIN: 52-1628303) and the publisher
of First Things, was founded in 1989 by Richard John Neuhaus, a Lutheran
pastor who later became a Catholic priest. The Institute’s mission is to
advance a religiously informed public philosophy for the ordering of society.
The inaugural issue of First
Things was published in March 1990. The magazine’s founding editorial,
“Putting First Things First,” can be found here.
Today, First Things encompasses the print magazine, which is published
ten times each year; firstthings.com, which publishes daily “web
exclusive” articles; and two regular podcasts: Conversations with Mark Bauerlein
and The Editor’s Desk.
5.
Lutheran
Concordia Journal, Concordia
Journal | Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
‘Concordia
Journal is one of the flagship theological journals of North American
Lutheran Christianity. The publication explores urgent ideas, themes and issues
related to the past, present and future of global Christianity and today’s
world from a confessionally Lutheran perspective. Concordia Journal is published quarterly (winter, spring,
summer, fall).’
6.
Mennonite
Vision: A Journal for
Church and Theology, https://press.palni.org/ojs/index.php/vision
Vision ‘is published twice a year to
encourage theological reflection on the identity, mission, and practices of the
church from an Anabaptist-Mennonite perspective.
The journal is published by the Institute
of Mennonite Studies at Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary and by
the Canadian Mennonite University Centre for Faith and
Life (Winnipeg, MB).’
7.
Pentecostalism
Assemblies of God Heritage Magazine, Flower Pentecostal Heritage Center | FPHC
Since 1981, Assemblies of God
Heritage has faithfully shared the stories of the pioneers, churches, and
innovative ministries that helped shape our Fellowship. These keepsake
magazines capture some of these lively stories of our Pentecostal past. They
rekindle precious memories for those who lived the history, and they provide
younger generations with an invaluable introduction to the heritage and
testimony of early Pentecostals.
Journal of Pentecostal and Charismatic
Christianity, https://www.tandfonline.com/journals/yjpe20
‘The Journal of Pentecostal and Charismatic
Christianity ( JPCC) is a peer-reviewed international journal which
has a pedigree stretching back to 1981 when it began as the EPTA Bulletin.
Despite its European origins, JPCC has interests in Pentecostalism
world-wide and aims to promote and report research and scholarship in
Pentecostal and Charismatic studies especially in relation to five fields:
Constructive and
Systematic Theology
Pentecostal and
Charismatic history
Biblical Studies
Ecumenical Studies
Missiology
The journal welcomes interdisciplinary
debate and dialogue.’
Journal of Pentecostal Theology, Journal of Pentecostal Theology –
Centre for Pentecostal Theology
‘The Journal of Pentecostal Theology is the
first academic serial to publish constructive theological research from a
Pentecostal perspective on an international scholarly level. Guest articles
from and exchanges with leading scholars from outside the ranks of Pentecostalism
(e.g. Jürgen Moltmann, Harvey Cox, Stanley Hauerwas, and Clark Pinnock) are
regularly featured, fostering the fruitful ecumenical and theological
interchange that continues to expand between global Pentecostalism and the full
spectrum of ecclesial and theological traditions.’
8.
Reformed
Calvin Theological Journal, Calvin
Theological Journal - Calvin Theological Seminary
‘The Calvin Theological Journal is a
biannual publication, produced by Calvin Theological Seminary. CTJ aims to
serve the community of Reformed theological scholarship, and through it, the
ministers and members of the Reformed churches.’ Subscription required.
Journal of Theology, https://www.midamerica.edu/journal
‘The Mid-America Journal of Theology is a
collection of scholarly articles and book reviews published once a year,
typically in the fall.’ It is a journal
of Mid-America Reformed Seminary.
The Presbyterian Plumbline, The Presbyterian Plumb Line
‘The Presbyterian Plumb Line is an online
journal published four times a year and designed to biblically inform the
Teaching Elders and Ruling Elders of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church about
issues that impact our ability to govern under Christ’s authority and
faithfully shepherd the flock.
We strive to provide content that is
accessible, firmly rooted in God’s Word, spiritually guided, and committed to
the highest standards of truth. Through viewpoint and observation, news items,
sermons, book reviews, and other material, we seek to lead our denomination
toward a more biblical expression of our Presbyterian conviction: that
biblically informed elders, seeking the mind of Christ in the courts of the
Church, is the most faithful way to align with God’s plumb line.’
Presbyterion, https://www.covenantseminary.edu/publications
This is a journal for Covenant Theological
Seminary.
Reformed Faith & Practice (Reformed
Theological Seminary Journal), Reformed
Faith & Practice: The Journal of Reformed Theological Seminary
Reformed Faith & Practice:
The Journal of Reformed Theological Seminary is edited by members of the faculty of the
Seminary, and it seeks to further the mission of the Seminary, which is to
“serve the church by preparing its leaders, through a program of theological
education, based on the authority of the inerrant Word of God, and committed to
the Reformed faith.” RF&P is published three times per
year and is distributed electronically for free.
Westminster Theological Journal, Westminster Theological Journal
‘The Westminster Theological Journal (WTJ),
published semi-annually, is one of America’s premier conservative theological
journals, specializing in all aspects of theology, church history, ethics, and
biblical interpretation. The journal’s inaugural issue appeared in 1938, making
it one of America’s oldest continuous running theological journals. The journal
exists to further Reformed theological scholarship and through it to serve the
ministers and members of Presbyterian and Reformed churches. Each issue includes
a number of scholarly articles and book reviews by seminary and college
faculty, scholars active in their fields, and graduate students.’
9.
Wesleyan
Free Methodist Conversations, Free Methodist Conversations –
Discussions that transform!
‘Discussions that transform! These
conversations are not statements of our doctrine as expressed in the Book of
Discipline, nor are they guidance provided by the Study Commission on Doctrine
(SCOD), but they are intended to be open and respectful discussions on various
present-day topics. Our intention is not to limit discussion but to elevate it
by assuring that God’s love and respect is always expressed.’
The Asbury Journal, The Asbury Journal |
Journals | Asbury Theological Seminary
‘The Asbury Journal publishes scholarly
essays and book reviews written from a Wesleyan perspective. The Journal's
authors and audience reflect the global reality of the Christian church, the
holistic nature of Wesleyan thought, and the importance of both theory and
practice in addressing the current issues of the day. Authors include Wesleyan
scholars, scholars of Wesleyanism/Methodism, and scholars writing on issues of
theological and theological education importance.’
10.
Evangelical
Evangelicalism
is a combination of traditions that are theologically orthodox and Protestant
and that follow in an historical tradition of revivalist and reformational
(e.g., pietism, holiness, Pentecostal) emphases. Some journals or online publications in this
tradition cater toward one wing of the Evangelical movement (e.g., Bibliotheca Sacra, the Gospel Coalition,
etc.), while others cater toward the broader agreements of the Evangelical
tent. ‘Evangelical’ now has a ‘progressive’
wing that I would suggest is no longer in the Evangelical tradition, just as
the Prosperity Gospel version of Pentecostalism is outside the tent. That said, here are some journals that fit one
way or another in the category of ‘Evangelical’ that might be consulted. Two seminaries initially established specifically
for Evangelical churches, Fuller and Gordon-Conwell, do not have seminary
journals, whereas Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (an Evangelical Free
seminary that is more broadly Evangelical than the denomination) does. In Canada, Regent Seminary is broadly
Evangelical.
Bibiotheca
Sacra, Bibliotheca
Sacra - Dallas Theological Seminary
[Dallas Theological Seminary is a flagship
seminary for Dispensational theology.]
‘For over 175 years Bibliotheca Sacra’s
studies in theology, Bible exposition, ministry, and current issues have
provided an invaluable resource for serious Bible students. Its articles by
respected theologians and reviews of the latest publications will enhance your
ministry and deepen your theological insights.’
Conspectus, Conspectus : The
Journal of the South African Theological Seminary
‘The Journal of the South African
Theological Seminary. Conspectus is a
refereed theological e-journal published biannually by the South African
Theological Seminary (www.sats.edu.za). The journal is a scholarly theological
publication in the fields of Biblical Studies, Systematic Theology and
Practical Theology.’ Open access
articles.
Crux, https://www.regent-college.edu/lifelong-learning/crux
This is a subscription journal for Regent College (Vancouver, Canada).
Evangelical Quarterly, Evangelical
Quarterly: An International Review of Bible and Theology | Brill
[Subscription
required to access newer articles.
Article titles are available for each publication, and older articles
are available online to read. This is a
significant journal for a more British and international Evangelicalism.]
‘Evangelical Quarterly is an international, peer-reviewed journal
which reflects and respectfully engages with the evangelical Christian faith.
First published in 1929, it features articles on the Old and New Testaments,
biblical and systematic theology, church history, pastoral theology, mission
and apologetics, as well as reviews of books in these fields. Its contributors
span the range from renowned experts to emerging scholars, and it serves both
the academy and the church.’
Africa Journal of Evangelical Theology, BiblicalStudies.org.uk:
Africa Journal of Evangelical Theology Vols. 1-10 (1982-1989)
This
journal came under the name East Africa
Journal of Evangelical Theology from 1982-1989 (volumes 1-8).
Evangelical
Quarterly, Evangelical Quarterly:
An International Review of Bible and Theology | Brill
This journal has locked articles, but one
can see authors and titles. It
originates in the United Kingdom. The ‘Evangelical
Quarterly is an international, peer-reviewed journal which reflects and
respectfully engages with the evangelical Christian faith. First published in
1929, it features articles on the Old and New Testaments, biblical and
systematic theology, church history, pastoral theology, mission and
apologetics, as well as reviews of books in these fields. Its contributors span
the range from renowned experts to emerging scholars, and it serves both the
academy and the church.’
Faith &
Worship
https://www.pbs.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/FaithWorship91-InteriorWithCover.pdf
Journal
of Asian Evangelical Theology
This journal is
available by subscription.
Journal
of Evangelical Theological Studies, JETS PDF Archive – Evangelical
Theological Society
The journal’s articles are available to the
public up to the last two years. The
Evangelical Theological Society was founded in 1949. It holds regional and
national meetings in America and Canada.
Its doctrinal statement is: ‘The Bible alone, and the Bible in its
entirety, is the Word of God written and is therefore inerrant in the
autographs. God is a Trinity, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, each an uncreated
person, one in essence, equal in power and glory.’ The society publishes articles and book
reviews in theology and Biblical studies.
European
Journal of Theology, European Journal of
Theology | Amsterdam University Press Journals Online
‘The European Journal of
Theology (EJT, founded in 1992) is a scholarly evangelical
journal, exploring the faith once delivered to the saints, the Gospel, in
response to the rapid transformations in post-Christian Europe. EJT is
published by the Fellowship of European Evangelical Theologians, whose aim is
the innovation of Christianity in Europe through the promotion and encouragement
of the study of evangelical theology. EJT is offered as a service to the
evangelical theological community and to the wider church.’
Evangelical
Review of Theology, Evangelical
Review of Theology – Theological Commission
This journal is from the World Evangelical
Alliance. ‘We aim to present
well-researched information and perspectives in a style suitable for general
readers.’ Articles are available online.
The
Evangelical Review of Society, Contents - The
Evangelical Review of Society & Politics AND The Evangelical Review of
Theology and Politics, Contents -
ERT&P
These two journals are from The Evangelical Review - Home. ‘The Evangelical Review of Society and
Politics and The Evangelical Review of Theology and Politics, are
international peer-reviewed journals exploring Evangelical issues from an interdisciplinary
perspective. The purpose of the journal is to bring an international and
scholarly Evangelical analysis to bear upon various social and political issues
of national and international interest. The Editors are committed to presenting
the full spectrum of Evangelical thought to provide readers (whether
Evangelical or those analysing Evangelical phenomena) with thoughtful,
scholarly debate and original research that is biblically based and
theologically sound.’
Fides
et Historia, Fides et Historia – The
Conference on Faith and History
‘FIDES ET HISTORIA is a refereed journal
of history that appears twice a year. Submissions are welcomed on a wide
variety of topics and themes related to the intersection of Christian faith and
historical inquiry. It should be stressed that FIDES ET HISTORIA does
not deal only with religious or church history; the editors welcome scholarly
research that is relevant to the journal’s core readership of historians
who teach at Christian colleges, universities, and secondary schools. The
journal also publishes reflections on theories and methods of history from a
Christian perspective.’
Lucas, LUCAS-ARCHIVE
‘Lucas: An Evangelical History Review was
first issued in November 1987 and it publishes two issues a year, depending on
submissions. It is peer-reviewed and enjoys an international distribution. Its
focus is on the history of Australian evangelicalism, but it does publish
quality submissions on the wider history of evangelicalism. It also welcomes
submissions on the topic of evangelicalism and methodology.’ Open access articles.
Pro
Ecclesia, Pro Ecclesia: Sage Journals
‘Pro
Ecclesia is a quarterly journal of theology published by the Center
for Catholic and Evangelical Theology. It seeks to give contemporary expression
to the one apostolic faith and its classic traditions, working for and
manifesting the church's unity by research, theological construction, and free
exchange of opinion.’ Subscription
required.
Trinity
Journal, BiblicalStudies.org.uk:
Trinity Journal Vols 21 - (2000 - )
‘The Trinity Journal is a theological journal published twice each
year by the faculty of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Since 1980,
the Trinity Journal has served scholarship and the church worldwide
by offering thought-provoking essays and reviews to libraries, pastors,
scholars, missionaries, and interested Christian lay people. Articles deal with
classic biblical, historical, and theological issues, many of pastoral
importance and most of timeless significance to Christians. Authors are aware
of the most recent research, and write for fellow scholars and informed
Christians alike who want to keep their theological basis for ministry fresh
and growing.’
Tyndale
Bulletin, Tyndale
Bulletin
For articles from volume 71 and earlier,
and ‘for non-commercial purposes users may read, download, copy, distribute,
print, search, or link to the full texts of articles, crawl them for indexing,
pass them as data to software, or use them for any other lawful purpose,
providing appropriate credit is given.’
Journal
of Psychology and Theology, Journal of Psychology and Theology
- All Issues
The journal is
published in association with Biola University’s Rosemead School of Psychology
(Rosemead
School of Psychology - Biola University). ‘The Journal
of Psychology and Theology is a quarterly peer-reviewed journal
publishing original research on the integration of psychology and Christian
theology. Empirical studies (though purely conceptual pieces will also be
considered) investigating the interrelationships between psychological (e.g.,
clinical, experimental, industrial/organizational, social, theoretical) and
theological topics of study are welcome. Scholarship that explores the
application of these interrelationships in a variety of contexts (e.g., mental
health counseling, education and training, organizational leadership, churches
and other Christian ministry contexts) and/or from an intercultural perspective
are also encouraged.’
Journal
of Religion and Public Life, Journal of Religion and Public Life – Journal of
Religion and Public Life
This is the journal for the Oxford Centre
for Religion and Public Life. ‘Our goal
is to give a globally accessible voice to scholars and practitioners from the
Global South on key issues.’
Masters
Seminary Journal, The Master’s Seminary
Journal |
The Masters Seminary is associated with the
ministry of John McArthur. ‘Published
semi-annually, The Master’s Seminary Journal serves pastor-theologians charged
to lead, feed, and guard their local churches, as well as the godly laymen who
are called to support and serve alongside them in the work of the ministry.’
Themelios, Themelios
Themelios ‘is an international, evangelical, peer-reviewed theological
journal that expounds and defends the historic Christian faith. Its primary
audience is theological students and pastors, though scholars read it as well.
It began in 1975 and was operated by RTSF/UCCF in the UK, and it became a
digital journal operated by The Gospel Coalition in 2008.’ The
Gospel Coalition The Gospel
Coalition (TGC) publishes articles within a North American, Evangelical,
and Reformed fellowship of Christian churches.
Mission Journals
Mission studies is by no means limited to orthodox and Evangelical endeavours. However, many such scholars and practitioners can be found engaging with topics in mission studies in the following journals.
International Journal of Frontier Missions; https://www.ijfm.org/archives.htm
Acta Missiologiae [interconfessional,
Central and Eastern Europe]
Asian
Missions Advance and now Quarterly Bulletin of the Asia Missions Association
Australian
Journal of Mission Studies
Journal of the Evangelical Missiological
Society, Journal of the
Evangelical Missiological Society
‘The Journal of the Evangelical
Missiological Society is a peer reviewed publication of the Evangelical Missiological Society, a
professional network committed to facilitating scholarly support of the Great
Commission. We publish contributions in the multi-disciplinary field of
missiology, including biblical theology of mission, history of Christian
mission, cultural anthropology, sociology, world religions, and mission
practice. The journal is published twice annually in the Fall and Spring.’ Open access articles.
Missionalia, https://missionalia.journals.ac.za/pub/issue/archive
A South African
missions journal with articles from anyone writing on missions related
subjects.
Evangelical Missions Quarterly, EMQ Archive | Missio Nexus
Access abstracts of articles back to 2013
through Missio Nexus. ‘The Evangelical
Missions Quarterly is released each year in January, April, July, and
October. Geared toward missionary practioners, EMQ provides a forum for
the exchange of concepts, strategies, and ideas. Each issue includes 8–10
articles, 8–10 book reviews, and occasional featured articles including
Editorial and Missiographics.’
The Southern Baptist
Journal of Missions and Evangelism
Transformation, Transformation: Sage Journals
‘Transformation is a peer-reviewed
journal published quarterly on behalf of the Oxford Centre for Mission Studies.
It provides to scholars and practitioners an international forum for discussion
on Mission Studies, particularly focusing on the Majority World. Original
papers in the following fields are welcome: Mission and Theology; Bible and
Ethics.’
Witness, Witness: The Journal
of the Academy for Evangelism in Theological Education
‘Witness is
a peer-reviewed annual journal that provides a place for high-quality academic
reflection on the theory and practice of evangelism by both practitioners and
scholars of evangelism. It is interdisciplinary in its articles, allowing for a
wide variety of disciplines to consider and work with evangelism (including
theology, history, ethics, anthropology, and others).’ Subscription required.