Key United Methodist Beliefs
Author: William J. Abraham
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 173
ISBN-13: 1426756615
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDeepen your understanding of core Methodist beliefs.
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Author: William J. Abraham
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 173
ISBN-13: 1426756615
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDeepen your understanding of core Methodist beliefs.
Author: William H. Willimon
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Published: 2007-04-19
Total Pages: 153
ISBN-13: 161164061X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis brief introduction spells out the major beliefs of the United Methodist Church in a clear, nontechnical style. William Willimon, the beloved United Methodist author, preacher, teacher, and bishop, discusses the great theological themes that United Methodists share in common with all Christians as well as the particular accents and emphases that characterize United Methodist understandings of Christian doctrines. In his engaging style, Willimon opens the door for further study, challenging the reader to move toward a continuing reflection on their faith. This guide will be of great value to those who are beginning their study of United Methodist beliefs as well as those who have long been in the church and want a helpful way to refresh their understandings of the distinctiveness of United Methodist doctrine.
Author: Belton Joyner
Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp
Published: 2015-01-01
Total Pages: 145
ISBN-13: 066426042X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Popular author F. Belton Joyner has revised his best-selling resource for introducing The United Methodist Church. In a humorous yet respectful style, Joyner takes the reader through illuminating questions and answers on United Methodist terms and beliefs on God, Jesus, the Bible, the church, salvation, and more. This revised edition includes new sections on United Methodism as a global church, United Methodist ministries beyond the congregation, and United Methodist theology in conversation with other Christian traditions. It has also been updated to reflect recent changes to The Book of Discipline and the orders of ministry. The book's question-and-answer format easily lends itself to use in Sunday school classes and also works for individual study. From new recruits to lifelong United Methodists, readers will gain a lively sense of what is special and important about their denominational home."--Back cover.
Author: William J. Abraham
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: 2013-03-01
Total Pages: 173
ISBN-13: 1426771223
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDeepen your faith and enrich your life through this study of core Methodist beliefs. Written by popular seminary teachers, this book will connect you to the life and ministry of John Wesley, demonstrating relevance for the lives of Christians today as it offers an introductory examination of each. In easy-to-understand language, each chapter is divided into five sections: 1. A Wesleyan Faith: an account of the basic ideas under discussion, understood in light of some of John Wesley’s insights; 2. A Lived Faith: discussion of the practical, everyday implications for Christian living; 3. A Deeper Faith: gets into some of the more difficult ideas of Christian thinking; 4. The Catechism: shorthand way of learning the basics of Wesleyan Christianity; and 5. In Your Own Words: reflection questions that will help you take the name of Jesus with you.
Author: William H. Willimon
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 157
ISBN-13: 1426706898
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDeepen your understanding of Methodism's core beliefs.
Author: John Wesley
Publisher:
Published: 1743
Total Pages: 92
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Mack B. Stokes
Publisher:
Published: 1998
Total Pages: 160
ISBN-13: 9780687082124
DOWNLOAD EBOOKExpresses in simple language what the people of this denomination believe and how they interpret the ageless affirmation of the Bible. Includes study guide, 8 sessions.
Author: Abingdon Press
Publisher:
Published: 2010-02-19
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780687647316
DOWNLOAD EBOOKActivity book to help tweens (ages 9-12) learn basic information about what defines a United Methodist
Author: Don Thorsen
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Published: 2013-10-15
Total Pages: 160
ISBN-13: 1426775067
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCongregations are made up of people with all sorts of theologies. Pastor Mike Slaughter even says that these can stand in the way of the church’s mission of social and personal holiness. But most people do not adopt a theology on purpose, mostly they merely breathe in the prevailing cultural air. The theology "de jour" seems to be Calvinist, with its emphasis on “the elect” and “other worldly salvation.” In fact, there is so much Calvinism saturating the culture, that some do not even know there is an alternative way of thinking about their faith. They don’t know where to go to find a viable option; they don’t even know the key words to search Google. So people are left thinking like Calvinists but living with a desire to change the world, offering grace and hope to hurting people in mission and ministry—loving the least, the last, and the lost. In other words, they are living like Wesleyans. This book shows what Calvinist and Wesleyans actually believe about human responsibility, salvation, the universality of God’s grace, holy living through service, and the benefits of small group accountability--and how that connects to how people can live. Calvinists and Wesleyans are different, and by knowing the difference, people will not only see the other benefits of Wesleyan theology but will be inspired to learn more. By knowing who they are as faithful people of God, they will be motivated to reach out in mission with renewed vigor. And they won’t be obstacles to grace and holiness, but they can be better disciples and advocates for Christ through service in this world.
Author: William J. Abraham
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Published: 2009-09-24
Total Pages: 780
ISBN-13: 0191607436
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWith the decision to provide of a scholarly edition of the Works of John Wesley in the 1950s, Methodist Studies emerged as a fresh academic venture. Building on the foundation laid by Frank Baker, Albert Outler, and other pioneers of the discipline, this handbook provides an overview of the best current scholarship in the field. The forty-two included essays are representative of the voices of a new generation of international scholars, summarising and expanding on topical research, and considering where their work may lead Methodist Studies in the future. Thematically ordered, the handbook provides new insights into the founders, history, structures, and theology of Methodism, and into ongoing developments in the practice and experience of the contemporary movement. Key themes explored include worship forms, mission, ecumenism, and engagement with contemporary ethical and political debate.