Monday, January 16, 2012

Later Wesleyan and pietist movements: holiness and temperance « Churchmouse Campanologist

Pietists do not like to discuss sound doctrine,
which they call "legalism."


Later Wesleyan and pietist movements: holiness and temperance « Churchmouse Campanologist:


Two of last week’s posts introduced pietism. The first explored its origins in Germany and the second examined its expansion in Methodism.

As we saw, pietism is based on the theology of Christian perfection, which comes from the perfection of Christ. Whilst all Christians are enjoined to sanctification — bearing increasingly holy attitudes and behaviours as a result of God’s grace and the Holy Spirit working through them — the danger is semi-Pelagianism. A list of proscribed activities — dancing, drinking and smoking — is not only a form of legalism but gives some believers in Arminian (‘free will’) denominations the idea that they can save themselves by obeying this checklist of behaviours.


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A Workshop on Modern Artistry in Lutheran Worship

The Heart and Hands of David Workshop is designed to connect, encourage, and grow artists and musicians who use modern technology, art, and instrumentation in Lutheran Worship. The two day clinic will feature many sessions hosted by the members of Koine and other special guests. All are invited to enhance their gifts of service at the Heart and Hands of David Workshop. A special session will be held on Thursday evening, April 19, for Worship Leaders and Coordinators. The Workshop will be followed on Sunday afternoon, April 22, by a special event featuring Koine. More details coming soon.

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