Why Public Theology Needs Fiction: Lessons from the Leona Foxx Thriller Series?
Public theology is about connecting deep faith questions with real-world issues. It brings theology out of churches and academic halls into everyday life—into politics, ethics, science, and even national security. One surprising but powerful way to do this is through fiction, especially thrillers that grab attention and spark thought. That’s where the Leona Foxx Thriller series comes in. The Books by Ted Peters , a respected author, professor, and pastor, show that theology doesn't always have to be written in textbooks. Through the character of Leona Foxx—a former government agent drawn into global threats—Peters explores serious themes like bioethics, artificial intelligence, and religious extremism. But he does it through fast-paced stories that are easy to follow and hard to put down. Fiction like the Leona Foxx Thriller series offers something special to Public Theology . It invites readers who may not pick up a theology book to still wrestle with meaningful questions:...