Five Marks of a United Methodist Series 2015
In October, I will lead a new series based on Steve Harper’s Five Marks of a Methodist: the Fruit of a Living Faith. Harper explores John Wesley’s 1742 treatise on “The Character of a Methodist.” The five marks are meant to nourish and sustain us in living the gospel.
In his own time, Wesley’s advice for Christian living had broad appeal. Anglicans, Quakers, Puritans, Presbyterians, Lutherans, and Roman Catholics all wanted to become more like Christ through Wesley’s teaching.
In his own time, Wesley’s advice for Christian living had broad appeal. Anglicans, Quakers, Puritans, Presbyterians, Lutherans, and Roman Catholics all wanted to become more like Christ through Wesley’s teaching.
Today, as we apply the five marks in our lives, they strengthen our identity, not merely as United Methodists, but more deeply as genuine and faithful disciples of Jesus Christ.
October 4
Love God
Matthew 22:34-38
October 11
Rejoice in God
Philippians 4:4-7
October 18
Give Thanks
2 Corinthians 9:6-15
October 25
Pray Continually
Luke 11:1-13
November 1
Love Others
1 John 4:7-21
Harper's book Five Marks of a Methodist is a companion book to our series for October. It provides reflections to help you apply each “mark” or characteristic to your faith journey. The five marks will give you a solid foundation and appreciation for why and how you follow Jesus. Christians marked by these five habits, when taken together, have the character of Christ. Each chapter ends with questions for reflection or discussion. Hardcover or ebooks are available for less than $10 through Cokesbury.com or your favorite bookseller.
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