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Methodism and the Ministry of Compassion (The 19)
Continuing my responses to the historic Methodist questions all ordained pastors have answered, I’m highlighting one key aspect of Methodism: the ministry of compassion.
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Why Acceptance is Key to Spiritual Growth
The word “acceptance” often gets misunderstood in Christianity. God accepts us as we are so we can accept others and ourselves.
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Keeping the Connection: Upholding Polity in the Global Methodist Church (The 19)
Continuing my series on GMC ordination questions, this post highlights the importance of supporting and maintaining church government and polity.
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The Importance of Discipline and Polity in Methodism (The 19)
While some may find it boring, the discipline, governance, and polity of the Global Methodist Church is important. Here’s why!
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What the Chinese Government Understands that Families Don’t
The Chinese government is using a tool that God calls families to use: long-term vision. A look at how to change the world through families…
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Why I Stopped Saying “God Has Been Good to Me Lately”
I’ve stopped saying that God has been good to me lately because He’s good to me all the time, whether I realize it or not.
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Methodist Beliefs Help Us Live Out Scripture (The 19)
Methodist beliefs have helped me understand Scripture better and how to live them out in the world, with the end goal being entire sanctification.
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Stop Overpacking Your Life for Others’ Sake
An obscure verse in Leviticus has haunted me for a while. It’s teaching me how to live my life with margin for others.
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Confessions of an Overpacker
Over-packing a bag is annoying. Over-packing our lives is much worse. Here’s why we should under-pack our lives and how to do it.
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Fake Apologies and Private Moments
“Private” moments are never actually private because they change who we are. This is why our choices matter.