About the Author

Paul Wesley Chilcote is a retired professor of historical theology & Wesleyan studies and United Methodist minister. He has taught in seminaries on three continents, including Africa University in Zimbabwe and Wesley College in England. Author or nearly 30 books, Dr. Chilcote's A Faith That Sings received the Saddlebag Award in 2017.

Reviews

"Paul Chilcote's discussion has its foundation in Charles Wesley's corpus, as one of the finest examples of lyrical theology. It embraces, however, a broad spectrum of global authors' texts, giving careful attention to the interplay of culture, ethnicity, theology, and language, although the primary language here is English. It also embraces a broad spectrum of theological emphases which the discerning reader may apply to the sizeable repertory of hymn texts at the conclusion of the volume. A volume which gives tools to readers they may use in examining exemplary texts of lyrical theology is of great value. This can but help expand the examination and development of lyrical theology?--S T Kimbrough Jr., Research Fellow, Center for Studies in the Wesleyan Tradition, Duke Divinity School, Durham, NC"To be truly acquainted with Methodism, one needs to participate in the holy act of singing. For it is this physical activity that enjoins heart with mind that Methodism is experienced. It is with this intention that Methodist historian, Paul Chilcote has taken up the task of being an excellent guide to the rich legacy of lyricae Methodism and their creators. Within these pages, Chilcote offers an excellent overview of a heartwarming spiritual movement that finds its expression in song. If you're Methodist, read it to know about your heritage. If you are not, this book will give you a glimpse of the people called Methodist and why they sing as though their lives depended on it."--Lim Swee Hong, Deer Associate Professor of Sacred Music and Director, Master of Sacred Music Program, Emmanuel College of Victoria University in the University of TorontoChilcote makes a sparkling addition to the study of corporate song that lies at the heart of the Methodist tradition. His commitment to both rigorous scholarship and impassioned worship embodies the very nature of what it means for Methodists to sing their lyrical theology for the past four centuries and counting, giving him a unique voice to inspire ongoing participation in the song.--Constance M. Cherry, Professor of Worship and Pastoral Ministry, Indiana Wesleyan University