John Wilsey
Professor of church history and philosophy and chair of the Department of Church History and Historical Theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; senior fellow at the Center for Religion, Culture, and Democracy and author of Religious Freedom: A Conservative Primer.
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Feb 8, 2023 • 54min
Reading History, Learning from Imperfect Voices with John Wilsey
Caleb talks with John Wilsey, professor of church history and philosophy, about the significance of history and the challenges of viewing it through a simplistic lens. They explore the concept of historical thinking and the importance of humility and self-reflection when engaging with imperfect voices from the past.
Oct 24, 2025 • 46min
Protecting Religious Freedom In An Age Of Secularism
Dr. John D. Wilsey, a church history and philosophy professor at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, discusses crucial issues around religious freedom in modern America. He unpacks the decline of patriotism and religion, linking it to historical changes and the rise of secularism. Wilsey emphasizes the importance of belief in the transcendent for true freedom and critiques modern interpretations of autonomy that mirror Jacobin ideologies. He also suggests that cultivating personal virtue is essential for a republic's survival against cultural turmoil.
Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 13min
Alexis de Tocqueville - Democracy in America with John Wilsey
John Wilsey, a church history professor and Tocqueville expert, dives into the timeless insights of Alexis de Tocqueville's "Democracy in America". They discuss Tocqueville's aristocratic lens on American equality and the crucial role religion plays in sustaining democracy. Wilsey argues that conservatives should embrace Tocqueville's views on balancing individual liberty with community responsibility. They explore the book's historical impact and its continuing relevance, shedding light on how a classic resonates with unchanging human themes.
