Theology Paper
During last weekend’s message, I shared a quote from my “Personal Theology Statement,” I had to write in preparation for what I hope is my final interview with the Board of Ordained Ministry in April*. In this essay, I was supposed to address this question.
Several people asked me on Saturday and Sunday if I would post the full text of the document and so I thought I would share it here for those interested. You will not hurt my feelings if you don’t want to read through these eight pages, but if you are interested, have fun. Any questions, comments or thoughts, feel free to email me or drop me a comment below.
You can download the pdf file here.
*In case you are wondering, I am in the second year of my residency and I hope to be ordained as a Full Elder in the United Methodist Church this June. Residency for pastors is very similar to a residency program for your doctor. I have finished all my academic requirements and I have been a “probationary member” of our Annual Conference since that time. If I am approved in June, I will become a full member of our Annual Conference [a collection of pastors who serve the 300+ churches of the Central Texas Conference area]. If you would like to know more about this process, please let me know.
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Pastor David, thank you for sharing the pages from your theology paper. I read them yesterday and enjoyed them immensely. Marjorie A.
Thanks Marjorie! I’m glad to hear that you enjoyed it!
David,
As I read your Theology Paper, the first 2 pages, were right on with what we just studied this week in our bible study…goodness!!! Goodness DOES…ask Steph about it. Such a GREAT study we are doing. Hope you will forgive me for keeping her out so late. Just know that He is revealing and conforming us more and more into His image during this time.
The rest of your paper is beautifully written too. Right on with how I understand God…SAVIOR, LORD, FATHER, ABBA and oh so much more.
May God continue to bless you and keep your sweet family as you continue to do much for his kingdom…may he reap the harvest of your “good” works! And one day you will get to see all of those fruits. How cool!!!
Peace and blessings,
Gen
Thanks Gennie!