Wesleyan/Methodist Illustrations
Entire sanctification, social holiness, prevenient grace.
Key question: “How does this text call us toward holiness and compassion?”
14918 illustrations found
A Modern Story of Prophecy - Quote
The sermon illustration emphasizes the relevance of biblical prophecy in contemporary life, encouraging believers to navigate challenges with wisdom and grace. It highlights the transformative power of Scripture, particularly Galatians 3:28, as a source of guidance and hope in difficult times.
Finding Economic Justice and the Kingdom in Everyday Moments - Quote
The sermon illustration emphasizes the relevance of Scripture in addressing contemporary issues of Economic Justice and the Kingdom. It encourages a progressive Christian response rooted in wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice, highlighting the transformative power of God's word in navigating today's challenges.
Finding Leading Toward Peace in Everyday Moments - Biblical Analogy
The content emphasizes the importance of navigating contemporary challenges with wisdom and compassion, drawing on the teachings of Romans 8:19-22. It highlights the relevance of Scripture in addressing modern issues and encourages a commitment to justice and love in the pursuit of peace.
The Mental Health & Spirituality Challenge - Biblical Analogy
The content highlights the importance of addressing mental health struggles within the church community, using the analogy of a woman who sought healing from Jesus. It emphasizes the need for vulnerability and support, showcasing how sharing personal battles can transform the church into a sanctuary for emotional and spiritual healing.
When Gossip Meets Real Life - Quote
The sermon illustration highlights the relevance of biblical teachings on Gossip in today's world, emphasizing the need for wisdom and grace. It draws on Psalm 23 to illustrate how God's word provides guidance and hope amidst contemporary challenges.
A Modern Story of Prophecy - Biblical Analogy
The sermon illustration emphasizes the relevance of biblical prophecy in navigating modern challenges, drawing parallels with biblical characters who faced similar struggles. It highlights Galatians 3:28 as a source of wisdom and grace, affirming that God's word continues to offer guidance and hope in contemporary circumstances.
Modern Examples of Grace - Story
The story of David illustrates the transformative power of grace in a person's life, highlighting how a supportive community can embrace individuals despite their past. It emphasizes that grace is a gift that leads to healing and restoration, offering hope to those who feel broken and alone.
Lessons from Lament - Quote
The sermon illustration emphasizes the relevance of Lament in the modern world, drawing parallels with biblical characters who faced similar struggles. It highlights how Scripture, particularly John 14:6, provides enduring guidance and hope amidst contemporary challenges, showcasing the transformational power of God's word.
Real-World Prophecy - Biblical Analogy
The content discusses the relevance of Prophecy in contemporary faith, drawing parallels with biblical characters who faced similar challenges. It emphasizes that Scripture, particularly Romans 3:23, provides timeless truths that guide and inspire believers to navigate modern complexities with wisdom and grace.
The Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership Challenge - Story
The sermon illustration emphasizes the relevance of Scripture in addressing contemporary issues like tyrannical leadership. It encourages progressive Christians to navigate these challenges with wisdom and compassion, drawing on the teachings of Micah 6:8 to work towards a more just and loving world.
A Contemporary Holy Spirit Story - Story
The sermon illustration highlights the relevance of the Holy Spirit in navigating modern challenges, drawing parallels with biblical characters. It emphasizes that the truths found in Scripture provide guidance and hope, showcasing the transformational power of God's word in contemporary life.
Devotional: Interfaith Dialogue - Biblical Insight
This devotional emphasizes the importance of engaging in Interfaith Dialogue with a spirit of love and justice, reflecting God's character. It encourages individuals to see their role in transforming the world through compassion and hope, aligning their actions with divine wisdom and purpose.
The Dismantling Tyrannical Leadership Challenge - Quote
The sermon illustration emphasizes the call for progressive Christians to address the challenges of tyrannical leadership with wisdom and compassion, drawing on the timeless truths of Scripture, particularly Micah 6:8. It highlights the relevance of God's word in providing guidance and hope for creating a more just and loving world.
Evening Prayer: Holy Spirit - Biblical Insight
This devotional encourages reflection on the role of the Holy Spirit in personal life and emphasizes the importance of responding with love and grace. It highlights the transformative power of engaging with God to not only grow personally but also to serve and bring hope to others.
Evening Prayer: Environmental Stewardship - Story
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of Environmental Stewardship as a means of embodying God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to engage in actions that reflect divine compassion and to work towards transforming the world into a place of justice and peace, highlighting the interconnectedness of personal growth and community impact.
Evening Prayer: Environmental Stewardship - Biblical Insight
This devotional emphasizes the importance of Environmental Stewardship as a reflection of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to engage with the world in a way that honors the divine image in all people and seeks transformation for both personal growth and societal change.
Devotional: Interfaith Dialogue - Prayer
This devotional prayer emphasizes the importance of engaging in Interfaith Dialogue with a spirit of love and justice, inspired by the wisdom of Amos 5:24. It encourages individuals to reflect on their role in bringing hope and healing to the world, highlighting the transformative power of faith in creating a more just and compassionate society.
Morning Meditation: Technology and Human Connection - Prayer
This devotional prayer emphasizes the importance of viewing technology and human connection through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and engage in transformative practices that promote compassion and healing in the world, aligning with the divine call to serve others.
Evening Prayer: Social Justice & Christianity - Prayer
This devotional prayer emphasizes the importance of engaging with social justice through a Christian lens, seeking God's wisdom and guidance. It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and strive to embody love and grace in their interactions, ultimately aiming to bring hope and healing to others.
Morning Meditation: Technology and Human Connection - Story
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of viewing technology and human connection through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to act with compassion and to engage in transformative actions that reflect divine character, ultimately working towards a more just and peaceful world.
Devotional: Interfaith Dialogue - Story
The devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging in Interfaith Dialogue through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to act with compassion and to be transformative agents in their communities, reflecting God's character and working towards a more just and peaceful world.
Evening Prayer: Holy Spirit - Prayer
This devotional emphasizes the importance of engaging with the Holy Spirit to reflect God's wisdom and grace in our lives. It encourages believers to be a source of hope and healing for others, highlighting the transformative power of a life dedicated to serving God and the community.
Prayerful Immigration and Welcome - Prayer
This devotional prayer emphasizes the importance of engaging with issues of immigration and welcome through a lens of love and justice. It calls for personal transformation to reflect God's character and encourages believers to actively work towards justice and healing in their communities.
Prayerful Immigration and Welcome - Biblical Insight
This devotional reflection emphasizes the importance of engaging with issues of immigration and welcome through the lens of God's love and justice. It encourages individuals to act with compassion and to be agents of transformation in the world, reflecting divine wisdom and character in their interactions with others.