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Killing Stone to Baptismal Font

Jun 7, 2024 | goodnewsmag.org | Steve Beard

By Steve BeardRemarkably, after 45 seasons CBS’s “Survivor” is still a certifiable television hit. Millions of viewers tune in to watch the travails of contestants in a Robinson Crusoe-style tropical setting. Coral reefs, whitecapped waves, pristine beaches, and snuffed-out tiki torches.
A Love Story - Good News Magazine

Jun 6, 2024 | goodnewsmag.org | Bonnie McClure

By Bonnie McClureCan I tell you a love story? Lately, I’ve been thinking about different types of love. Culturally, we are trained quite extensively on familial love – the love we have for family, and romantic love – the love we have for a partner or spouse. Once we enter adulthood, those two types of love alone tend to fill up the majority of our time, schedules, and hearts. But there is another type of love that is quite important to our social health – the love of friendship.
Removal of LGBTQ prohibition is cause of rejoicing from some, sorrow for others

Apr 30, 2024 | goodnewsmag.org | Jim Patterson

Removal of LGBTQ prohibition is cause of rejoicing from someBy Jim PattersonMay 1, 2024 | CHARLOTTE, N.C. (UM News)Randall Miller sat — looking stunned — a little removed from the impromptu celebration after delegates at General Conference swept away a decades-old policy banning LGBTQ people from serving as pastors in The United Methodist Church. He was happy, but the change came too late for him personally. “It doesn’t affect me,” said the reserve delegate from Berkeley, California.
Journey of Prayer

Mar 12, 2024 | goodnewsmag.org | Bonnie McClure

Prayer is so intimate. When we can become still enough to engage with it, we find ourselves facing our raw insides and feebly we attempt to articulate our hearts’ true desires and fears. Often we know immediately the truth about us is obscured. Either by distraction, discomfort, or disassociation, we find that speaking honestly from our hearts takes more transparency than we are very practiced at allowing. But all good practices begin with bad attempts.
“Do or Die for Christ”

Mar 12, 2024 | goodnewsmag.org | David Watson

A few weeks ago I found myself sitting by a campfire at a truckstop. Nearby, a large tent, open on one side, sheltered a few weary truckers who lay on cots. A man sold snacks from a small stand. It was cold outside and the fire warmed my hands and feet while I drank sweet tea seasoned with black pepper. It’s not exactly a scenario one would see at a Buc-ees, but I was in India, somewhere south of the sprawling megalopolis of Delhi.
Leave Your Stuff Behind

Dec 29, 2023 | goodnewsmag.org | Maxie Dunnam

By Maxie DunnamTucked away in the Old Testament story of Joseph’s journey into Egypt is a verse packed with far more meaning than appears on the surface. It teaches an eternal truth that we’d do well to consider as we enter the New Year. Rehearse the story. Sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph found favor with the Pharaoh and became one of the trusted officials in Pharaoh’s court.
Warm Hearts and Extended Hands -

Dec 7, 2023 | goodnewsmag.org | Kimberly Reisman

By Kimberly Reisman – One of the joys of leading World Methodist Evangelism (WME) is witnessing the transformative work of the Holy Spirit through the worldwide Wesleyan Methodist movement. The children of John Wesley have a unique way of becoming channels of the Spirit, crossing boundaries of geography and tradition to work together for the good of the Kingdom. Recently WME provided evangelism training and leadership development in both Brazil and Ecuador.
Timothy Keller’s Apologetic Legacy

Jul 28, 2023 | goodnewsmag.org | David Watson

By David F. WatsonOn May 19, Timothy Keller went home to his eternal reward. The church is richer for his ministry and poorer for his passing. Keller was a man of remarkable gifts. He was faithful to his calling, and he left an intellectual and spiritual legacy that will bear fruit for generations to come. It seems like every week there is some new megachurch pastor or other Christian celebrity who has fallen into disgrace.
Compassionate Conviction

Jul 28, 2023 | goodnewsmag.org | Kimberly Reisman

By Kimberly D. ReismanOne of my regular reads is a substack called The Free Press. It has essays that range from one end of the social and political spectrum to the other and is always a refreshing break from mainstream media. Earlier this month there was an essay by Katherine Boyle on the topic of purpose. She talked about how all kinds of values are on the decline these days – at least in the U.S. – things like religion, community involvement, and even having children.
Of Borrowed Lawnmowers and United Methodist Clergy Status

Jun 2, 2023 | goodnewsmag.org | Bob Phillips

By Bob PhillipsA man went to his neighbor’s house and asked to borrow his lawnmower. The neighbor said no. The man politely asked why, since it was sitting unused in the garage. The neighbor replied, “Well, I have to shave.” Puzzled, the man asked, “Do you shave with your lawnmower?” The neighbor replied, “Friend, if I don’t want to loan you my lawnmower, one reason is as good as another.”It appears the owner of the lawnmower has moved into a leadership position in the United Methodist Church.