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Study guides, historical commentary, and theological reflection on the Methodist Confession.

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methodistMethodist means of grace — prayer scripture and sacrament in Wesleyan practice

The Means of Grace: How Methodists Practice the Christian Life

John Wesley taught that grace comes through means — specific practices that open the soul to the work of the Holy Spirit. Prayer, Scripture, the Lord's Supper, fasting, and Christian conference are not optional extras; they are the ordinary channels through which God works.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

May 2, 2026

church historyCover of Roger Olson's book The Story of Christian Theology on a desk beside classic Christian creeds and confessions.

The Story of Christian Theology: The Best Single-Volume Introduction to Historical Theology

The Story of Christian Theology by Roger Olson is a single-volume narrative history of Christian doctrine that traces how core beliefs and major creeds developed from the early church to the modern era, making it an ideal first textbook for historical theology.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

April 15, 2026

church historyStack of the three volumes of Philip Schaff's The Creeds of Christendom on a desk beside an open Bible and notebook

The Creeds of Christendom by Philip Schaff: Why Every Serious Student Needs This Book

Philip Schaff’s The Creeds of Christendom is the definitive three‑volume English collection of Christian creeds and confessions, uniting original texts, translations, and historical introductions in one indispensable reference for serious students.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

April 8, 2026