Living Grace is the most comprehensive expression of systematic
theology for United Methodism to appear in the 1990's. Its authors,
Bishop Walter Klaiber and Dr. Manfred Marquardt, are leading
theologians of continental European United Methodism. Their work
meets the long-felt need to provide partners in ecumenical dialog a
clearer exposition of Methodism's theology, as founded upon
biblical witness, apostolic heritage, the Protestant Reformation,
and the Wesleyan Revival.
The authors concede that Methodists are often regarded more as
specialists in evangelization, ecclesial organization, or social
engagement, than as representatives of a cogently articulated
theology. Further, United Methodists today are frequently at the
forefront of facilitating interchurch cooperation in worship and
social outreach. It is the authors' hope that a clearer exposition
of our common understanding could offer a foundation upon which the
"vital Wesleyan accent" could better direct the Christian witness
we are offering in the world. Their response to the challenge has
produced a thoughtful attempt to find a solid theological basis for
our identity as a church that will not only accent our
distinctiveness but will also assist other faith communities to
articulate their profiles of faith.
In this first English edition, the work has been adapted for the
American historical and social milieu. As such, it becomes a
pathbreaking effort to articulate for our American constituency the
global dimensions of a United Methodist theology, in which the
American church is increasingly called to participate. Four
emphases of the book are: Responsible Proclamation, Basics of a UMC
theology; Universal Salvation; Personal Faith; and, Fullness of
Christian Life and the Reality of Love.
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