Morgan Guyton

About the Author

Morgan Guyton is a United Methodist pastor, teacher, and writer whose work bridges theology and social justice, challenging readers to confront the distortions of faith in modern society. With a PhD in New Testament from Duke Divinity School, he serves as the director of the Wesley Foundation at the University of Virginia, where he guides students in exploring Christianity's transformative potential. Guyton's writing critiques toxic elements within religious institutions while offering hopeful, scripture-based alternatives that emphasize love, humility, and communal healing. In his acclaimed book How Jesus Saves the World from Us: 12 Antidotes to Toxic Christianity, he presents practical antidotes to spiritual pitfalls, drawing on biblical wisdom to foster a more compassionate world. Through his essays and sermons, Guyton inspires a faith that actively dismantles oppression and builds inclusive communities.