Month: April 2016
Grace in Vladivostok: The Sum Is Greater Than Its Parts by Kim Reisman
April 19, 2016
I have often said that the Methodist Wesleyan family is more than the sum of its parts. That is because when the family gathers it is a Revelation moment. People gathered around the throne of God, from every tribe and people group, every shape, size, color, and language. And God’s home is there, among the people.
Soul Man: The Sweet Sound of Al Green by Steve Beard
April 18, 2016
Saint Paul was converted on the Road to Damascus; Al Green was made righteous off Interstate 5 near Disneyland.
The Shape of Discipleship by Maxie Dunnam
April 16, 2016
The intercessory life is a pattern for our interior growth in prayer that is abiding in Christ, and the outward expression of a missional Christ life in the world. It is a dynamic balance of paying attention to our personal spiritual maturity, and the call of Christ to minister as servants in the world.
Church Growth: Fruitful Or Cancer?
April 14, 2016
Today’s post is a compelling piece written anonymously by a successful pastor. The Ideology of a Cancer Cell I…
Easter’s Frayed Red Carpet by Elizabeth Moyer
April 13, 2016
On the day when we had the least amount of time to tend to the needs of others, we boldly said come join us.
How To Live Like Jesus Is Alive by Carolyn Moore
April 11, 2016
I suspect sometimes that I live more out of a sense of obligation than awe — more aware that I’ve…
What Are Wesleyans For? by David Drury
April 7, 2016
Evangelicals are often defined by what they are against instead of what they are for. I am a part of a…
Easter Living: Fear of Missing Out by Harley Scalf
April 6, 2016
Over the past few months, having been to the cross, visited the empty tomb, and celebrated the Resurrection, let us now live in awareness of the sin for which we will never be crucified.
Four Lessons for the Church from Major League Baseball by Michael Smith
April 4, 2016
Baseball has seen its ups and downs recently While the ownership groups seem to be having their largest years of fiscal success, the sport’s popularity is fading. To respond to the changing tide of culture, Major League Baseball has tried to address their need.