United Methodist Questions, United Methodist Answers

United Methodist Questions, United Methodist Answers
Author: Belton Joyner
Publisher: Presbyterian Publishing Corp
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2015-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 066426042X

"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.

Questions & Answers About The United Methodist Church, Revised

Questions & Answers About The United Methodist Church, Revised
Author: Thomas S. McAnally
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2018-04-17
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1501871145

McAnally has revised Questions & Answers About The United Methodist Church to update statistics and information throughout the book, along with new frequently asked questions not in the current edition. This book is a useful guide that answers the most frequently asked questions about the beliefs, practices, and history of The United Methodist Church. The information is brief, and is presented in an easy question-and-answer format. It is great for those new to The United Methodist Church or those who want to know more. Great give-away to new members or those interested in joining Gain a better understanding of The United Methodist Church Q&A format creates an easy reference for information and statistics about The United Methodist Church Also available for the first time in Spanish with the title - Preguntas y respuestas sobre la Iglesia Metodista Unida.

United Methodist Questions, United Methodist Answers, Revised Edition

United Methodist Questions, United Methodist Answers, Revised Edition
Author: Belton Joyner
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 138
Release: 2015-02-19
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1611645549

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. Examples of Joyner's questions include “Why did Jesus have to die?†“Who was John Wesley, and who were all those other figures?†“Is the Bible infallible?†“What is The Book of Discipline?†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.

Questions and Answers about the United Methodist Church

Questions and Answers about the United Methodist Church
Author: Tom McAnally
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1995
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780687016709

This book is a useful guide that answers the most frequently asked questions about the beliefs, practices, and history of The United Methodist Church. The information is brief, and is presented in an easy question-and-answer format. It is great for those new to the United Methodist Church.

Key United Methodist Beliefs

Key United Methodist Beliefs
Author: William J. Abraham
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2013
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1426756615

Deepen your understanding of core Methodist beliefs.

United Methodist Beliefs

United Methodist Beliefs
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.

The Unofficial United Methodist Handbook

The Unofficial United Methodist Handbook
Author: F. Belton Joyner (Jr.)
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2007
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0687641853

Following Jesus is hard to do - but even harder if we take ourselves too seriously. The Unofficial United Methodist Handbook is the indispensable companion for anyone trying to live a committed Christian life, with a healthy dose of humor. Timeless biblical truths stand alongside everyday life situations that everyone meets, with step-by-step instructions that make the going easy: How to Stay Alert in Church How to Identify an Angel (with diagram) How to Survive for One Hour in an Un-Air-Conditioned Church How to Share Your Faith with Someone How to Identify and Avoid Evil How to Survive an Old Testament Plague How to Memorize a Bible Verse Common Christian Symbols and What They Mean What Is Unique about The United Methodist Church and Its History ...plus dozens of other illustrations, maps, diagrams, and essential tips! This unique and incredibly handy resource is perfect for United Methodist youth, adults, students, families, and all those interested in learning about life in the church.

More Presbyterian Questions, More Presbyterian Answers

More Presbyterian Questions, More Presbyterian Answers
Author: Donald K. McKim
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
Total Pages: 126
Release: 2011-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 066450308X

Popular Presbyterian author and editor Don McKim returns with a follow-up to the Geneva Press best seller Presbyterian Questions, Presbyterian Answers. This study-friendly guide articulates the basic tenets of the faith and answers some of the most frequently asked questions about being a Presbyterian. The comprehensive volume is divided into the following sections: "About Presbyterians," "Presbyterians and Others," "Presbyterian Theology," "Christian Life," "Worship and Sacraments," "Social-Ethical Issues," and "The Future."

Living Our Beliefs

Living Our Beliefs
Author: Kenneth L. Carder
Publisher: Upper Room Books
Total Pages: 166
Release: 2009-10-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0881776645

You can believe anything and be a Methodist, just so long as you're sincere. Such a misperception has deep historical and cultural roots. Explore a basic explanation of the beliefs and practices of the United Methodist Church as defined in Part II of The Book of Discipline. Uncover a deeper understanding and experience of Christian faith as you embrace the United Methodist way. "Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced," writes Carder in this updated edition of his 1996 bestseller. "The authenticity of beliefs lie in their ability to shape people and communities into the image of Christ and to promote holiness and happiness. …The important test of the validity of doctrines and beliefs for United Methodists is the kind of character they produce in individuals and communities and the actions they inspire in the world." Living Our Beliefs is essential reading for new members, confirmation classes and small group studies. As one reviewer says, "Bishop Carder invites us to both understand and live our beliefs. With deep understanding of Wesley's teaching, he inspires us to practice what we preach. That is the United Methodist way." The Leader's Guide for this course, Living Our United Methodist Beliefs, by George Hovaness Donigan may be purchased here.

United Methodist Doctrine

United Methodist Doctrine
Author: Scott J. Jones
Publisher: Abingdon Press
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2002
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 068703485X

Throughout this book, 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.