United Methodist Doctrine
Title | United Methodist Doctrine PDF eBook |
Author | Scott J. Jones |
Publisher | Abingdon Press |
Total Pages | 489 |
Release | 2010-09-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1426725590 |
"Throughout this ebook, Scott J. Jones insists that for United Methodists the ultimate goal of doctrine is holiness. Importantly, he clarifies the nature and the specific claims of ""official"" United Methodist doctrine in a way that moves beyond the current tendency to assume the only alternatives are a rigid dogmatism or an unfettered theological pluralism. In classic Wesleyan form, Jones' driving concern is with recovering the vital role of forming believers in the ""mind of Christ, "" so that they might live more faithfully in their many settings in our world."
Methodist Doctrine
Title | Methodist Doctrine PDF eBook |
Author | Dr. Ted A. Campbell |
Publisher | Abingdon Press |
Total Pages | 149 |
Release | 2011-10-01 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1426753470 |
In this concise, accessible book, Dr. Ted Campbell provides a brief summary of the major doctrines shared in the Wesley family of denominations. Writing in concise and straightforward language, Campbell organizes the material into systematic categories: doctrine of revelation, doctrine of God, doctrine of Christ, doctrine of the Spirit, doctrine of humanity, doctrine of "the way of salvation" (conversion/justification/sanctification), doctrine of the church and means of grace, and doctrine of thing to come. He also supplies substantial buy simplified updated references in the margins of the book that allow for easy identification of his sources. John Wesley distinguished between essential doctrines on which agreement or consensus is critical and opinions about theology or church practices on which disagreement must be allowed. Though today few people join churches based on doctrinal commitments, once a person has joined a church it becomes important to know the teachings of that church's tradition. In Methodist Doctrine: The Essentials, Ted Campbell outlines historical doctrinal consensus in American Episcopal Methodist Churches in a comparative and ecumenical dialogue with the doctrinal inheritance of other major families of Christian tradition. In this way, the book shows both what Methodist churches historically teach in common with ecumenical Christianity and what is distinctive about the Methodist tradition in its various contemporary forms. For more information, please see the author's website: http://tedcampbell.com/methodist-doctrine/
United Methodist Beliefs
Title | United Methodist Beliefs PDF eBook |
Author | William H. Willimon |
Publisher | Westminster John Knox Press |
Total Pages | 153 |
Release | 2007-04-19 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 161164061X |
This 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.
Key United Methodist Beliefs
Title | Key United Methodist Beliefs PDF eBook |
Author | William J. Abraham |
Publisher | Abingdon Press |
Total Pages | 173 |
Release | 2013 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1426756615 |
Deepen your understanding of core Methodist beliefs.
Methodist Doctrine
Title | Methodist Doctrine PDF eBook |
Author | Ted Campbell |
Publisher | Abingdon Press |
Total Pages | 156 |
Release | 2011 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 1426727011 |
"Let us hold fast the essentials of the faith which was once delivered unto the saints." John Wesley
Doctrine and Theology in the United Methodist Church
Title | Doctrine and Theology in the United Methodist Church PDF eBook |
Author | Thomas A. Langford |
Publisher | |
Total Pages | 278 |
Release | 1991 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN |
This volume is intended to set in historical context the official United Methodist theological statements in the Disciplines of 1972 and 1988, and to foster reflection on and discussion of the 1988 statement.
Living as United Methodist Christians
Title | Living as United Methodist Christians PDF eBook |
Author | Andy Langford |
Publisher | Abingdon Press |
Total Pages | 140 |
Release | 2011 |
Genre | Religion |
ISBN | 142671193X |
Pastors Andy and Sally Langford take a unique approach in this six-session study by looking at how United Methodists claim and live their faith as individuals and as a denomination. Through the study, you will gain insight into The United Methodist Church, its beliefs and faith practices. Living as United Methodist Christians is ideal for small groups, new member classes, and disciple training classes and includes: An introduction that sets the stage for exploring the belief and practices of United Methodist Christians Six chapters that will help learners hear and claim for themselves the Christian story, particular emphases and beliefs of United Methodists, and ways to live as a United Methodist Christian Leader and learner helps such as reflection questions placed near main text material to which they refer. These helps will stimulate discussion about the reflections or insights participants gain from the material