Why to Be a Methodist

My Master of Divinity, the advanced degree most often required for clergy these days, is from Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, KY. Since I graduated, the seminary has experienced several changes including hiring a new President, Dr. Timothy C. Tennent. I have been very impressed with Dr. Tennent’s tenure so far and have been following his blog closely.

His latest series of posts have helped explain why he is both a Methodist and an evagelical. This is such a good series of posts I wanted to compile them here on my blog for everyone who may wonder what makes us distinctly Methodist in the mix of denominations in the world.

• Why I am an Evangelical and a Methodist
• Prevenient Grace
• Means of Grace
• Conversion through Faith in Jesus Christ
• Sanctification: A Renewal of the Heart
• Discipleship, Catechesis in Community
• Missional Movement – Social Consciousness
• Doctrinal Clarity – Catholic Spirit
• Global Vision
• Centrality of Worship
• Conclusion to Why I am a Methodist and an Evangelical