United Methodists: Stewards of the Wesleyan Way of Salvation
Embracing the Wesleyan tradition, Bishop Scott Jones leads the charge for the Wesleyan Renewal of United Methodism amidst societal changes in the 21st century. Focusing on demographic shifts, cultural dynamics, technological advancements, political challenges, and global influences, United Methodists are urged to hold firm to their doctrine and seek genuine revival for America.
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Stewards of the Wesleyan Way of Salvation Scott Jones www.extremecenter.com www.greatplainsumc.org
Bishop Scott Jones www.extremecenter.com www.greatplainsumc.org
The Wesleyan Renewal of United Methodism
The Wesleyan Renewal of United Methodism Back to the Future
21stCentury Changes Demographic rural to urban, immigrants
21stCentury Changes Demographic rural to urban, immigrants Cultural women, decline of social capital
21stCentury Changes Demographic rural to urban, immigrants Cultural women, decline of social capital Technological digital communication multiplier and speed
21stCentury Changes Demographic rural to urban, immigrants Cultural women, decline of social capital Technological digital communication s multiplier and speed Political shallowness, polarization
21stCentury Changes Demographic rural to urban, immigrants Cultural women, decline of social capital Technological digital communication multiplier and speed Political shallowness, polarization Global environment, globalization
21stCentury Changes Demographic rural to urban, immigrants Cultural women, decline of social capital Technological digital communication multiplier and speed Political shallowness, polarization Global environment, globalization Heb. 13:8: Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever
The Future If genuine revival ever comes to America, it will come through the United Methodists. They have done it before, if they will only remember it. They have the right doctrine if they only preach it. They have the right organization, if they will only use it.
UM Distinctives connected instead of polarized
UM Distinctives connected instead of polarized itinerant not self-directed
UM Distinctives connected instead of polarized itinerant not self-directed global and local
UM Distinctives connected instead of polarized itinerant not self-directed global and local extreme center in organization, doctrine, social justice and evangelism
The Purpose of Our Ministry Wesley: You have nothing to do but save souls. Therefore spend and be spent in this work. And go always not only to those who want you, but to those who want you most. 1 Corinthians 4:1: Think of us in this way, as servants of Christ and stewards of God's mysteries.
Be Clear with People: Salvation is a journey
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Be Clear with People: Salvation is a journey Salvation has a destination--maturity
Be Clear with People: Salvation is a journey Salvation has a destination maturity Grace is fuel for the journey; faith is getting in the car
Be Clear with People: Salvation is a journey Salvation has a destination maturity Grace is fuel for the journey; faith is getting in the car Always make the journey with others
Be Clear with People: Salvation is a journey Salvation has a destination maturity Grace is fuel for the journey; faith is getting in the car Always make the journey with others Refuel regularly through the means of grace
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life Love ultimately wins
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life Love ultimately wins It s a good world with issues
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life Love ultimately wins It s a good world with issues Turn it around with grace
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life Love ultimately wins It s a good world with issues Turn it around with grace You are not alone
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life Love ultimately wins It s a good world with issues Turn it around with grace You are not alone Transform yourself and the world
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life Love ultimately wins It s a good world with issues Turn it around with grace You are not alone Transform yourself and the world Invite others on the journey
The Wesleyan Way of Salvation Following Christ is a way of life Love ultimately wins It s a good world with issues Turn it around with grace You are not alone Transform yourself and the world Invite others on the journey Christ no matter what
Ephesians 2:8-10 For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God-- the result of works, so that no one may boast. 10For we are what he has made us, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand to be our way of life. 9not
