Wesleyan Option
Claim This Podcastby Lane Davis, Joy Moore, Rob Haynes, Allie Shulman
Podcast Overview
<p>The Wesleyan Option challenges the assumption that Methodism is just nostalgia. Hosts Lane Davis, Joy Moore, and Rob Haynes make the case that Wesleyan theology offers an intellectually rigorous, culturally prophetic vision for the church today. Through engaging conversations with scholars, pastors, and practitioners, we explore how John Wesley's emphasis on grace, holiness, community, and social transformation speaks powerfully to contemporary issues—critiquing both progressive and conservative cultural accommodation. Whether you're a younger Methodist wondering if your tradition is worth committing to, a church leader seeking theological depth, or a curious Christian exploring different perspectives, this podcast demonstrates why Wesleyan thought matters for navigating faith, culture, and the future of the church.</p>
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July 2, 2026
No Taxation without Sanctification! - Special July 4th Episode
<p>On this special America! edition of Wesleyan Option, we discuss politics, nation, and the duty of Christians to God and country. Joy, Rob, and Lane dive into the historical context of Wesley's views on America, the concept of a Christian nation, and the Wesleyan aim of forming a Christian nation. <br /><br />We also give a shout-out to all of our Duke Divinity School listeners and discuss the post-liberal critique of the church's engagement with the state and the Wesleyan response to it. </p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Wesley's Views on America</li><li>14:12 The Post-Liberal Critique</li><li>27:17 Dialogue on Race and Faith Project</li><li>34:32 Celebrating the 250th Anniversary of America's Independence</li><li>44:10 Signal or Noise<br /><p><br /></p></li></ul>
May 27, 2026
14 Sweet Caroline (Divines) and Other Wesleyan Anglophilia w/ Dr. Ryan Danker
<p>In this episode of <i>Wesleyan Option</i>, Lane sits down with “notorious Anglophile” and renowned scholar Dr. Ryan Danker to discuss his two newest books: <i>Dynamic Grace</i> and <i>To Spread Scriptural Holiness</i>.<br /></p><p>They dive deep into the fascinating historical roots of the Wesleyan movement, exploring how the Glorious Revolution and the Caroline Divines shaped John Wesley’s vision of an "evangelical Catholicism." Dr. Danker also shares his insights on why early Methodism is best understood not as a static institution, but as a dynamic movement of restoration and renewal within the church.</p><h3><b>Guest Bio</b></h3><p><b>Dr. Ryan Danker</b> is the founding director of the John Wesley Institute in Washington, DC. He previously taught on the faculties of Wesley Theological Seminary and Greensboro College. He holds degrees from Northwest Nazarene University, Duke University, and Boston University, and is the author of numerous works on Wesleyan theology and early Methodism.</p><h3><b>Episode Highlights</b></h3><ul><li><b>The Story of Dynamic Grace:</b> Why Dr. Danker wrote a highly accessible, 100-page introductory book on early Methodism for the laity.</li><li><b>The Anglican Context:</b> How the Glorious Revolution of 1688 and the high-church "Caroline Divines" laid the foundation for Wesley's pursuit of holy living.</li><li><b>Evangelical Catholicism:</b> Unpacking Wesley’s unique blend of experiential faith and universal, historic church tradition.</li><li><b>Collaborative Scholarship:</b> A look inside the John Wesley Institute’s summits and their latest multi-denominational project, <i>To Spread Scriptural Holiness</i>.</li><li><b>Movement vs. Institution:</b> Why Methodism thrives when it operates as a leavening force of renewal rather than settling into a rigid institutional structure.</li></ul><h3><b>Resources Mentioned in this Episode</b></h3><ul><li><b>Book:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.amazon.com/Dynamic-Grace-Story-Early-Methodism/dp/B0GXLJQYZF" target="_blank"><i>Dynamic Grace: The Story of Early Methodism</i></a> by Ryan N. Danker (Available on Amazon)</li><li><b>Book:</b> <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nextmethodism.org/books/" target="_blank"><i>To Spread Scriptural Holiness: Theological, Social, and Missional Foundations for the Wesleyan Movement</i></a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nextmethodism.org/books/" target="_blank"> </a>edited by Ryan N. Danker (Available on Seedbed and Amazon)</li><li><b>Article:</b> Dr. Danker’s essays on early Methodism and church renewal can be found at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://firebrandmag.com/articles/the-charism-of-the-wesleyan-movement" target="_blank"><i>Firebrand Magazine</i></a>.</li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nextmethodism.org/" target="_blank"><b>Organizations:</b> Learn more about the </a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nextmethodism.org/" target="_blank">John Wesley Institute</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://nextmethodism.org/" target="_blank">.</a></li></ul><p><b>Connect With Us!</b> We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. If you have questions, feedback, or ideas for future topics, please reach out to us at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:wesleyanoption@gmail.com" target="_blank"><b>wesleyanoption@gmail.com</b></a>.</p>
May 12, 2026
13 How Jesus Unlocks the "Old" Testament: A Discussion of Luke 24
<p>Email us at: wesleyanoption@gmail.com<br /><br />In this episode, Lane Davis, Joy J. Moore, and Rob Haynes dive into the Gospel lectionary passage of Luke 24:44-53. They explore how Jesus serves as the "key" that unlocks the Old Testament, the Wesleyan concept of the "inner veil" being removed, and how the Ascension serves as a pivot from a life of worship to a life of global mission.<br /><br />Key Questions Answered</p><h3>Why is the Gospel lectionary passage (Luke 24:44-53) often split into sections?</h3><p>Dr. Joy J. Moore explains that while modern Bibles use chapter and verse divisions as "zip codes" to help us navigate, these breaks can sometimes undermine our interpretation. The transition from Jesus’ teaching to His Ascension is a single, continuous drama of the Creator God’s promise being fulfilled through the life of Jesus.</p><h3>What is the "Wesleyan Option" for understanding difficult Scripture?</h3><p>Rob Haynes notes that Jesus explains Himself as the fulfillment of the Law of Moses, the Prophets, and the Psalms. For Wesleyans, the "opened mind" isn't just about intellectual study; it’s about what John Wesley called the removal of the <b>"</b>inner veil.<b>"</b> Through the Spirit, our hearts are illumined to grasp the scriptures we have heard but not yet fully understood.</p><h3>Does the Ascension mean the Church should stay in "continual worship"?</h3><p>While Luke 24 ends with the disciples praising God in the temple, the panel emphasizes that this is only "Volume One." By reading Luke and Acts as a continuous narrative, we see that the joy of worship is the fuel for the mission. The "continual prayer" of the disciples provided the foundation for the administrative and missional work that follows in the book of Acts.<br /><br /><b>Keywords:</b> Wesleyan Option, Luke 24, The Ascension, Methodist Theology, Lectionary Study, Inner Veil, Book of Acts, Church Mission.</p>
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<p>The Wesleyan Option challenges the assumption that Methodism is just nostalgia. Hosts Lane Davis, Joy Moore, and Rob Haynes make the case that Wesleyan theology offers an intellectually rigorous, culturally prophetic vision for the church today. Through engaging conversations with scholars, pastors, and practitioners, we explore how John Wesley's emphasis on grace, holiness, community, and social transformation speaks powerfully to contemporary issues—critiquing both progressive and conservative cultural accommodation. Whether you're a younger Methodist wondering if your tradition is worth committing to, a church leader seeking theological depth, or a curious Christian exploring different perspectives, this podcast demonstrates why Wesleyan thought matters for navigating faith, culture, and the future of the church.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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