Living Our Beliefs: The United Methodist Way by Kenneth L. Carder

By Kenneth L. Carder

you could think whatever and be a Methodist, simply so lengthy as you’re honest.

Such a misperception has deep old and cultural roots.

Explore a easy clarification of the ideals and practices of the United Methodist Church as outlined partly II of The publication of self-discipline. discover a deeper knowing and adventure of Christian religion as you include the United Methodist means.

“Beliefs are to be lived; doctrine is to be practiced,” writes Carder during this up-to-date version of his 1996 bestseller. “The authenticity of ideals lie of their skill to form humans and groups into identical to Christ and to advertise holiness and happiness. …The vital try out of the validity of doctrines and ideology for United Methodists is the type of personality they produce in members and groups and the activities they motivate within the world.”

Living Our ideals is vital examining for brand new individuals, affirmation sessions and small team studies.

As one reviewer says, “Bishop Carder invitations us to either comprehend and dwell our ideals. With deep knowing of Wesley’s educating, he conjures up us to perform what we hold forth. that's the United Methodist way.”

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