Reading the Bible in Lent

One of the most important spiritual disciplines to practice during Lent is reading the Bible.

Something Wonderful to Do Together

Contributing to the renovation of the Barnett Lodge at Warren W. Willis Camp is something wonderful we can do together.

Divine Providence and the Decline of the Churches

The decline of the mainline Protestant churches needs to be viewed theologically, not just sociologically, according to the work of divine Providence.

A Big Year for the UMC

This is a big year for the UMC because the General Conference will be held on April 24-May 4, 2012.

The Gospel in the Geneology of Jesus

The geneologies of Jesus are often overlooked, but, once understood, they witness to the Gospel.

A Ridiculous Birth

The ridiculous birth of Jesus is a sign of God's revelation.

High Christology and Prophetic Witness

There is a strong relationship between a high understanding of Jesus Christ and the prophetic witness of the church.

The Divine Name

An important new book by Kendall R. Soulen offers guidance to the church about the ways to name God.

Grace and Gratitude

Thanksgiving Day is a time for Christians to remember that our life is one of gratitude for the grace of God.

Remembering the Reformation

October 31st is Reformation Day. What can we learn today from the Protestant Reformation?

Steve Jobs and the Secular Gospel

The late Steve Jobs exemplied the secular gospel which has a powerful appeal to modern Americans.

Together! For Kids and Camps

The Together! capital campaign is a chance to invest in the lives of young people.

Local Church Program for Creation Care

The Florida Conference Creation Care Task Team offers a program for local churches.

Keeping Faith in Your Ministry

How do pastors keep their faith in the ministry as a calling of God and not just a job?

What have we learned since September 11, 2001

Reflections on what we have learned in our experience as a nation since the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001

Being Church in an Age of Anxiety

A young theologian has written a book on a theology for church renewal. It offers an antidote to the high anxiety the church faces in our changing society and a perspective for the way forward.

Peeking into Ultimate Salvation

What should we think about the ultimate salvation of all human beings?

Why Discontinue Congregations?

It is sometimes necessary to discontinue congregations for the sake of the mission of the Church of Jesus Christ.

What should Christians think about the execution of Osama bin Laden?

Life would be much simpler if we were not Christians.  It would also be less meaningful and hopeful.  But it would be simpler. Take the case of how Christians should think about the execution of Osama bin Laden in Pakistan by an elite...

Salvation from what?

Holy Week and Easter is the most important time in the whole Christian year because it is when we celebrate God's gift of salvation through the passion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The question is often asked:  Saved from what? I have...
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