What Happens in Revival
By Stephen A. Seamands -- In his profound reflections on revival, based on his experiences in 18th century colonial New England, during what historians refer to as the First Great Awakening, Jonathan Edwards said this: “God hath had it much on his heart from all...
Remembering the earthquake victims in Turkey and Syria
The death toll for the earthquake in Turkey and Syria now exceeds 11,600. We rejoice for every man, woman, and child who is rescued from the rubble. We mourn for the families that have lost loved ones. Lord, have mercy. If you want to help, there are several agencies...
Through a Glass Darkly
By Rob Renfroe - What will happen at the special General Conference this February? Right now, it’s anyone’s guess. We see through a glass darkly, not able to predict with confidence what the delegates will do and knowing that God can always surprise us and provide a...
Kind Life, Gentle Death
By Steve Beard - It had been three hard days for George H.W. Bush, the 94-year-old former President of the United States. Lifelong friend James Baker, Mr. Bush’s secretary of state and chief of staff, went to check on his neighbor – a man he called “Jefe,” the Spanish...
Côte d’Ivoire: Where Methodism Flourishes
Côte d’Ivoire: Where Methodism Flourishes -- By Heather Hahn, UM News Service, 2019 - In a village so thick with red dirt that the palm trees bear a rusty hue, a fresh burst of color beckons people from near and far. A new United Methodist church in Gouabo,...
Worshipping without Walls in Zimbabwe
By the Rev. Tauri Emmanuel Maforo - John Wesley’s “The world is my parish” is being relived in Muzarabani Circuit as congregants worship under grass-thatched homesteads and pole sheds. A cappella music and ululating filled the humid atmosphere while rhythmic dance...
Church in Nigeria Sees Membership Boom
By the Rev. Ande I. Emmanuel - By the year 2030, The United Methodist Church in Nigeria expects to have more than 2 million professing members. Over the past 10 years, the Nigeria Episcopal Area witnessed a 15 percent increase annually in church membership, and that...
Jesus Changes Everything
By Carolyn Moore - One child’s birth in Bethlehem radically altered human history. In addition to his life, death, and resurrection, Jesus Christ transformed the way that we view many aspects of everyday life. For example, Jesus’ take on the value of life changed how...
