The Next Methodism : Theological, Social, and Missional Foundations for Global Methodism.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Collins, Kenneth J.

Contributor:

Danker, Ryan N.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource (355 pages)

Place of Publication:

Franklin : Seedbed Inc, 2022.

Summary:

"The Next Methodism invites readers on a journey to discover the vitality, richness, and sheer goodness of the broader Wesleyan tradition. Methodism began in England as a movement to spread scriptural holiness across the land, to reform the church, and, ultimately, to reform the nation. It was a gracious movement of the Holy Spirit guided by Scripture, the tradition of Christian witness, and the light of reason. Methodism is now itself on the cusp of renewal and the authors of the present volume--scholars and church leaders committed to the Wesleyan message--are convinced that this renewed Wesleyan movement will emerge as unapologetically orthodox, authentically sacramental, vigorously engaged with the poor, and loving toward all people in nothing less than the holy love of Jesus Christ. The next Methodism will proclaim the good news of Christ that sets captives free in the power of the Holy Spirit to the glory of God the Father."--Publisher.

Contents:

Intro

Half title

Dedication

Title

Copyright

Contents

Introduction

Part One: The Next Methodism and the Faith We Proclaim

1. Doctrine or Death

2. Holy Love as a Key to What Sanctification Is All About

3. How Our Past Can Shape Our Future

4. Theological Accountability

5. Methodism and the Great Tradition

Part Two: The Next Methodism and the Bible

6. Embracing a Worldview Shaped by the Word

7. Five Principles for Church Planting in the New Methodist Revival

8. Evangelism Is Crucial in the New Methodism

9. A New Testament Vision for the Future of Global Methodism

10. A Vision of Scripture for the Next Methodism

Part Three: Education in the Next Methodism

11. How Shall We Read Scripture?

12. Stewardship of Seminaries

13. Educating Undergraduates for the Next Methodism

14. What to Teach and How to Teach Laity in the Local Church

Part Four: The Next Methodism and Our Public Witness

15. Ordination of Women

16. Confronting Racism

17. Rediscovering a Theology of the Body

18. Political Theology for Global Methodism

Part Five: The Next Methodism as a Movement of the Holy Spirit

19. The Gifts of the Spirit

20. Methodism as a Revivalistic Movement

21. Grace, Healing, and Unity in the Breaking of Bread

22. A Wesleyan Theology of Preaching

23. Liturgy and Worship in the Emerging Methodism

24. Opportunity for Awakening

25. The Sacraments of Baptism and the Lord's Supper

Part Six: The Next Methodism and the Life of the Church

26. The Birth Pangs of the Next Methodism

27. The Significance of Marriage

28. The Sexual Ethics of the Body of Christ and the Way Forward

29. Changes in the Church

30. The Significance of Class and Band Meetings

31. Episcopacy for the Future of Global Methodism

Part Seven: The Next Methodism as a Global Body.

32. A Global Movement

33. Contributions of Korean-American Methodists

34. Eurasia: Lessons from the Past, Hopes for the Future

35. The Future of Methodism in Africa

Conclusion: The Calling of Methodism.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Collins, Kenneth J. The Next Methodism

ISBN:

1-62824-936-6

1-62824-937-4