Recovering Methodism

At the turn of the 19th century, John Wesley and his band of Methodists at Oxford College set in motion a movement to spread scriptural holiness throughout England. This movement crossed the Atlantic and the inheritors of this tradition are now on every continent. Over the last 200 years, we have lost much of that original vision and this podcasts seeks to recover the primitive religion of the Wesleys so that we too might be saved to the uttermost in the 21st century. Come recover Methodism with us.

What do Caleb's kids think about discipleship? How can the local church partner with famlies in discipling their kids?

In this episode, Dave and Caleb have a conversation with Caleb's three sons, review Grow at Home by Bevins, and talk about how the local church can be a resource for parents desiring to raise Christian children.

07-09
47:00

How to help graduates navigate this big season of transition?

In this episode Caleb and Dave talk about transition, specifically the transition from High School into adulthood.

05-27
57:15

Marriage: Essential Primer for Officiants

In this episode Dave and Caleb talk about marriage, weddings, and the process to get the lovebirds to the altar and out into the world.

05-15
01:04:56

Walking through grief and life's transitions

In this episode Caleb and Dave talk about John 21 and Peter's restoration while taking a look at Scazerro's chapter on going back to move forward and walking with someone through times of grief.

05-06
01:04:50

How can a person be forgiven? Is confession too catholic for protestants?

In this episode, Caleb and Dave talk about forgiveness, Jesus' instruction to the disciples in John 20, and what confession looks like as a valuable, robust practice in methodist churches.

04-24
57:45

What is the big deal about Holy Week? And how the liturgical calendar keeps us focused on Jesus.

In this episode, Caleb and Dave are talking about Holy Week and the liturgical cycles that orient our life together as the church. They take a look at "The Liturgical Year: Shared Family History" and article by Tesia Mallory.

04-13
55:36

What does Watson to Asbury mean for Methodism? How to make the most of continuing education.

The podcast is back. Dave and Caleb are feeling better and back in town to talk about David Watson being announced as the next president of Asbury Theological Seminary.

04-07
01:14:52

How do Christians respond to disappointment in a distinctly Christian way?

In this episode Caleb and Dave talk about disappointment, a yielded posture, and take another look at Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Scazerro

02-12
59:38

So what do you think about spiritual warfare?

In this episode Dave and Caleb talk about the realities of spiritual warfare and take a closer look at Petey Bellini's commentary on James 4:7.

02-03
55:30

What is the kingdom of God? Reflecting on Dallas Willard, John Ortberg, and the culture of the church.

In this episode Caleb and Dave reflect on the work of Dallas Willard, John Ortberg, and ask how to create and maintain a kingdom culture in the local church.

01-21
01:00:32

Do you want to read the Bible this year?

In this episode Caleb and Dave talk about New Year's Resolutions, especially concerning scripture reading.

01-09
48:04

Incarnation: Part 4 Joseph

In this episode Caleb and Dave wrap up their conversation on advent, Christmas, and St. Athanasius.

12-22
49:48

Incarnation Part 3: Elizabeth

Dave and Caleb continue talking about the Christmas story and have a conversation on making your Christmas distinctly Christian.

12-18
52:20

Incarnation Part 2: Mary

We pick back up on the doctrine of the incarnation and look at the annunciation narrative from Luke 1.

12-09
52:06

Incarnation Pt. 1: Zechariah, Athanasius, and Embodied Ministry

In this episode, Caleb and Dave begin the march to Christmas Eve as they talk about Zechariah, St. Athanasius, and ministry during the holidays.

12-03
01:00:32

Thanksgiving Podcastapalooza 2024

In this episode Dave and Caleb talk about Thanksgiving in the life of the church, how to foster gratitude, and they take a closer look at Foster's chapter on celebration.

12-01
52:24

The GMC has bishops and they're dancing?

In this episode Caleb and Dave talk about the episcopal assignments and this new season of methodism.

11-14
46:19

How to discern God's call? Guinness reviewed.

In this episode, Caleb and Dave talk about calling. Their own stories of being called into the general call of the Christian and the specific call to pastoral ministry. They also review The Call by Os Guinness.

10-30
12:03

What is the purpose of class meetings? Kevin Watson's newest monster book on methodism.

First Episode of Year Two! In this episode, Caleb and Dave talk about the class meeting training from last week, review Kevin Watson's new book on the history of American Methodism, and give tips on teaching methodism in the local church.

10-27
01:02:22

What is the true value of pilgrimage? Long obedience in the Same Direction. Psalms of Ascent

In this episode, Caleb and Dave are talking about pilgrimage as a spiritual discipline. They read Peterson and dive into the Psalms of Ascent.

07-08
53:35

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