Top 10 United Methodist Beliefs

by Don Adams

There can be no doubt about what Jesus thought was “the main thing,” the Great Commandments to love God with our heart, soul, and mind and to love neighbor as yourself.What were the non-negotiables for the founder of the Methodist movement, John Wesley? Wesley’s first priority was to grow Christian disciples who loved God and neighbor with a holy love that keeps those Commandments.Using John Wesley as guide, Top 10 United Methodist Beliefs describes the 10 most important United Methodist beliefs, so that we are equipped for every good work. It also describes how a passionate Wesley can still inspire us to travel the road to perfection using these basic beliefs as signposts, not hitching posts, so that we can more fully follow Jesus.But discipleship can be arduous and God’s grace is not cheap. We must be prepared to walk and walk and not just talk. The Christian life is action packed with surprises at every turn. “Are you able?” as the old hymn asks. Yes, Lord, we are able through the power and love of God to be accountable to Jesus and each other. Each chapter includes study questions suitable for personal reflection and group conversation.

194 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 2, 2016

Reviews

[Dawn]

Good overview of Methodist theology.

[Mary Kemp]

We studied this book in our Ladies Bible Study. Very intellectual. A thinking book. I had to read some chapters twice. I recommend because it provides a great discussion of Methodism. I learned that Methodism was named Methodism because of the method the Methodists use in studying the Bible through small groups.

[Sam]

Very good book summarizing Wesleyan/Methodist theology, history, and practice.

[Richard Fitzgerald]

Excellent Summary of Wesleyan Belief

The book only focuses on Wesley's (and by extension the United Methodist) understanding salvation. It comprehensively treats this aspect of our faith and does it well. I especially appreciated the chapter on Original Sin which is so often demonized in our day, but essential to a Christian an Methodist understanding of salvation.