Practical application of Pentecostal theology in politics, economy and social issues
A radical move In 2002 I was contemplating an interstate move on the basis of a dream. ‘Move to Sydney,’ the Spirit had said, ‘and you will become the Academic Dean of Hillsong College.’ At the time, I had been working two part-time jobs – one at a local Bible college, and the other, pastoring […]
What is the significance of Jesus’ Ascension? Dale Coulter shares some insights into how this event affects our faith today.
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By Roscoe Barnes III, PhD
Author, F.F. Bosworth: The Man Behind “Christ the Healer”
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Pastor-scholar Tony Richie says there is no Jewish-Christian-Muslim God. Nor is there a simple answer to the “Same God” question. When people realize I participate in interreligious dialogue and cooperative efforts they often ask me some version of the question in the main title of this post.[1] If I manage to mention that I have […]
When thinking of the Wesleyan understanding of God’s love, keep in mind both ways of describing grace. Mercy is the love of God toward the individual. It forgives, embraces, and accepts. Power is the love of God within the individual. It transforms and makes new.
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Reading news that diplomats say they have an agreement that would block Iran from developing nuclear weapons and prevent another war, my mind went back to the 1979 hostage crisis. As a 19-years-old American, I was so outraged by the treatment of our diplomats that I enlisted in the Navy to prepare for the coming […]
What is Advent anyway? Dale Coulter takes a look at John the Baptist and Advent.
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In the American Christian imagination, Halloween has been more of a holiday to be tolerated than one to be celebrated and affirmed. Among Christians,…
What is Pentecost all about? Dale Coulter shares why this outpouring of the Holy Spirit is crucial for us today.
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The entire purpose of Lent is a preparation to encounter the risen Lord as one moves through the events of Holy Week. In today’s article, Dale M. Coulter offers insight into the Wesleyan reason for observing this solemn yet essential season of the church.
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