Wesleyan/Methodist Illustrations
Entire sanctification, social holiness, prevenient grace.
Key question: “How does this text call us toward holiness and compassion?”
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Real-World We are Imago Dei - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept The concept of Imago Dei - that all people are created in the image of God - is foundational to progressive Christian understanding of human dignity. Take t...
A Contemporary Holy Spirit Story - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Holy Spirit presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced simila...
Real-World We are Imago Dei - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth The concept of Imago Dei - that all people are created in the image of God - is foundational to progressive Christian understanding of human dignity. Take the...
When Life Meets Real Life - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Life presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their ...
Modern Examples of Grace - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle Grace isn't just a theological concept—it's a life-changing reality. Take the story of David, a former addict who had burned every bridge in his...
When Gossip Meets Real Life - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Gossip presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their ...
A Contemporary Holy Spirit Story - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Holy Spirit presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar ...
Real-World We are Imago Dei - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. The concept of Imago Dei - that all people are created in the image of God - is foundational to progressive Christian understanding of human d...
Real-World Interfaith Dialogue - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Interfaith Dialogue presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical...
When Life Meets Real Life - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Life presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar strug...
Lessons from Politics - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Politics presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar s...
Real-World Interfaith Dialogue - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Interfaith Dialogue presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters wh...
The Mental Health & Spirituality Challenge - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd,...
The Mental Health & Spirituality Challenge - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer i...
Finding Economic Justice and the Kingdom in Everyday Moments - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Economic Justice and the Kingdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like...
Lessons from Crisis & Hope - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Crisis & Hope presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced simila...
A Modern Story of Wisdom - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Wisdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar str...
A Contemporary Holy Spirit Story - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Holy Spirit presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in...
When Nonviolent Resistance Meets Real Life - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Nonviolent Resistance presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical character...
Modern Examples of Grace - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. Grace isn't just a theological concept—it's a life-changing reality. Take the story of David, a former addict who had burned every bridge in h...
The Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership Challenge - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblic...
A Modern Story of Prophecy - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Prophecy presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in th...
Real-World Prophecy - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Prophecy presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar s...
The Work-Life Balance & Faith Challenge - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Work-Life Balance & Faith presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters wh...