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 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. The Editorial team consists of Daniel D. Isgrigg, Ph.D. as lead Editor, with Wonsuk Ma, Ph.D., as Associate Editor. The Journal operates under the oversight of 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
- - Benefit especially Spirit-empowered Christian communities globally.
- - Review pertinent scholarly and ministerial books of interest to the Spirit-empowered Movement
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Current Issue: Volume 11, Spiritus 11, no. 2 (Fall 2026) (2026)
Front Matter
Full Issue
Editorial
Editorial: Encouraging Discourse Between the Academy and the Church
Daniel D. Isgrigg
Articles
How Gen Z College Students Encounter the Holy Spirit
Daniel D. Isgrigg and Anna M. Marley
Intergenerational Christian Formation: An Incubator and Catalyst for the Transformation of Adult Youth Ministry Volunteers
Kerry R. Loescher
The Machine in the Mirror: What an AI-Created Religion Reveals About Spirit-Empowered Ministry
Todd J. Korpi
Reviews
Review of Alex Sosler, A Short Guide to Spiritual Formation: Finding Life in Truth, Goodness, Beauty, and Community
Katrina Krtek
Review of Robert Menzies and Craig Keener, Acts, WSNT Commentary
Lora Angeline E. Timenia