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“We have embraced ‘The Free Methodist Way’ and have seen the amazing results of praying all five values. They have not only shaped our identity as a Free Methodist congregation, but have sparked a renewal of faith in the hearts of our church members. We are being shaped in the likeness of Jesus Christ. We are ever-seeking for the Holy Spirit to ignite a Spirit-fueled movement within us, our church, community and the world” (Charles Mallory).
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Join this prayer movement …
“Praying for Christ-Compelled Multiplication, we have seen more members become willing to overcome addictions to their own lives and schedules in order to pour themselves out with selflessness in gifting their lives, time, and resources into the mission of the church” (Charles Mallory).
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“People tend to share what helps them …
“Christ has given me strength over these many years of ministry. I have experienced numerous challenges as a deaf woman, as a widow, and as a woman pastor, but I am trying to make it my practice to choose to rely on God to help me navigate each day …” (Sarah Harris).
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How do you treat people who may be thought of as “enemies”?
“Jesus said we are to love them and pray for them. Let’s not forget that it’s agape love He calls us to, meaning we demonstrate our love with blessing even in the face of persecution” (Bishop Keith Cowart).
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Is your heart filled with agape love?
“Agape is love that is completely other-oriented. It means to give of oneself for the highest good of another. It is to love the way God loves” (Bishop Keith Cowart).
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“God … can fix anything in my world.
“… Some wounds remain for God to heal. I know how much more I can trust my loving, heavenly Father to bring healing to my wounds and to lead me the rest of the way home as I rest in ‘My Father’s Hands’” (Don Porterfield).
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“Well-meaning Christians, some of them who have written books or lead big ministries, refer to the Bible as an instruction manual.
“… But if that is our only view of the Bible, how many of us are excited to read an instruction manual?
“… view the Bible as the compelling story it is. When reading history, imagine the grand sweep of events, the drama as the story unfolds. Trace the causes of the conflicts and how they were resolved. Look for the threads of God’s work in it. When you read a Psalm, remember that it’s poetry. Read the Epistles as personal letters from a real person concerned about people in a church he dearly loved” (Daylon Welliver). Read, be inspired by and share more of “The Most Compelling Story” written by Daylon Welliver at https://lightandlife.fm.
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How do you read the Bible?
“Put yourself in the story and see where Jesus takes you. The story of your life might just change on the journey” (Daylon Welliver).
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“Change doesn’t have to be a bad thing.
“… We all experience change. It’s inevitable. It’s a word that brings mixed emotions. For some, the word elicits the response of digging in our heals and screaming “no!” For others, it’s a challenge to look toward with joy and anticipation. Sadly, we oftentimes are so stuck on disliking change that we refuse to be obedient to God’s call. We miss out on His ‘great adventure’ for us” (Laurie L. Yost).
Visit https://lightandlife.fm to read more of “How Will You Respond to Change When It Comes?” written by Laurie L. Yost.
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“Nowhere in the New Testament does a person get the idea that lone wolf living is a good thing or even possible for the child of God. We are obligated to one another and rely heavily upon one another. One never gets the impression that it is unnecessary to be closely connected to their spiritual brothers and sisters. In fact, those familial terms (brother and sister) are used throughout the New Testament for good reason. We are interdependent as any healthy family is” (Bishop Emeritus Matthew A. Thomas).
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“Our independence is not political; it is personal freedom.
“True, liberating independence is not freedom from something (tyrants, oppression, constraint) but to do and be something (holy, helpful, honorable heirs of an eternal kingdom)“ (Bishop Emeritus Matthew A. Thomas).
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“Living the life of a follower of Jesus can be messy …
“… and we are all messy people. As we continue to abide near the stream that is Jesus, even these messes can become beautiful — producing fruit that displays the presence and power of God” (Kasey Martin).
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“God isn’t scared of our questions and frustrations. He is a God who desires to be known and understood, and, if we ask, I truly believe He will answer. In any situation, we can take the time to not just be in the moment with those who are suffering, but, in associating with them, find the ways that God offers His redemptive path of hope as the Lord of all” (Joel Webb).
Read and find inspiration in “Lamenting and Questioning in a Deconstructing Culture” written by Joel Webb at https://lightandlife.fm.
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Do you feel stuck in the world? 🤔
“Much of the time, in our world full of brokenness and pain, we look at the problems and issues before us and seem to get frozen in a state of not knowing what to do …
“… in the face of suffering and pain, we should go to God. … as we press in to know Him, we can start to understand that He does actually know us as He too understands the things we suffer (Hebrews 4:15-16)” (Joel Webb).
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“Living into the diversity that God created is difficult. … Are we ready?
“Each generation has been shaped by different cultures, different world events, different challenges and influences, and these differences create a natural separation. Bridging this gap will require inviting everyone to the same table and brainstorming with voices from all age groups” (Natalie Forney).
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“As we think about all the things we’ve tried to fill up with, may we develop a deep hunger for what Jesus offers. Choose staying close to Him constantly to be filled with the Spirit and life. Choose being with Him constantly, and be witness to the signs of His great love and power” (Bishop Kaye Kolde).
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“As we think about all the things we’ve tried to fill up with, may we develop a deep hunger for what Jesus offers. Choose staying close to Him constantly to be filled with the Spirit and life” (Bishop Kaye Kolde).
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“Choose love when it is hard.”
“Every day, I acknowledge the little things — a kind gesture, a supportive word, or a loving glance — that enrich our lives and strengthen our bond. Gratitude cultivates a spirit of humility and contentment, reminding us of the blessings we share in our journey together. I practice regularly thanking for anything that would be easy to take for granted” (Ben Tolly).
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“I also hope — and I have a feeling — that God is going to pay attention to how I did with the stewardship of relationships because the Imago Dei is His highest value. He’s not as concerned with our time, treasure, and talent as He is concerned with relationships. My highest priority is that I would stand before the Lord and see clearly that my wife and my children were stewarded well in becoming Christlike and living out the destiny and dreams that I get the privilege of being witness to” (Fraser Venter).
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Be inspired to steward the future … 🦋
“[God is] not as concerned with our time, treasure, and talent as He is concerned with relationships” (Fraser Venter).
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