Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology is an open-access, peer-reviewed journal that publishes studies from all disciplines pertaining to Spirit-empowered Christianity. It emphasizes theological and cognate studies from and about Christianity in the Majority World, particularly from the Pentecostal-Charismatic tradition. It also publishes book reviews of pertinent scholarly works of merit related to these interests. Spiritus is published jointly by the Oral Roberts University College of Theology & Ministry and the University's Center for Spirit-Empowered Research. Associate Editors are Wonsuk Ma, Ph.D., and Daniel D. Isgrigg, Ph.D, with oversight by the Editorial Committee of the College of Theology and Ministry at Oral Roberts University, led by Dr. Adrian Hinkle.
ISSN: 2573–6345
Journal Scope
Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology is a peer-reviewed, open-access theological journal that aims to . . .
- Publish studies from all disciplines pertaining to Spirit-empowered Christianity, from established and emerging scholars
- Emphasize theological and cognate studies and works from and about Christianity in the Majority World
- Review pertinent scholarly and professional works of merit
- Publish scholarship to benefit especially Spirit-empowered Christian communities globally.
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Current Issue: Volume 10, Spiritus: ORU Journal of Theology 10, nos. 1-2 (2025) (2025)
Front Matter
Front Matter Spiritus 10, nos. 1-2 (2025)
Spiritus ORU Journal of Theology
Full Issue
Full Issue Spiritus 10, nos. 1-2 (2025)
Spiritus ORU Journal of Theology
Editorial
Guest Editorial
Wonsuk Ma and Daniel D. Isgrigg
Articles
Lacunas in Spirit-Empowered Leadership
Eric N. Newberg
Hope, Liberation, and the Search for Shalom: Embracing a Spirit-Led Mission as the Cornerstone of Hispanic Pentecostal Missiology
Misael Cornelio-Arias
An Unfolding Vision of Transformation: A Comparison Of The s/Spirit Motif In Romans 8 And Jubilees 1:19-26
Lemuel J. Godinez
Types, Shadows, and Spiritual Experience: Theological Interpretation as a Pentecostal Approach to Song of Solomon
Audrey E. McCormick
Reviews
Review of Puzzles, Parables, & Paradox: Understanding the Mysteries of God’s Kingdom. By Randall Feller
Cletus L. Hull III