The Methodist Blogs Weekly Roundup 2007.32.130

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The week in review in the Methoblogosphere:

Dale Tedder posts Walking Points 1.1.

Andrew Thompson writes on facebook friends.

"I Am the Resurrection and the Life." A sermon from Gregory Lee.

"Be thou My vision, O Lord of my heart!" Some reflections from Wayne Cook.

Thoughts on ethics and responsibility according to Dietrich Bonhoeffer from John Montgomery.

Gary W. writes on techgnostics.

Mitch Lewis reminds us to go into all the world.

Octogenarian blogger, Olive Morgan writes on the church's call for a full ban on cluster bombs. Olive, it's great to have you back in the Methoblogosphere!

Matt Friedeman posts some interesting resources.

Josh Tinely believes that our prisoners should be allowed to explore the mysteries of God.

Spiritual formation is not optional for William Chaney.

Gavin Richardson asks if the Jena 6 is more about power than race.

Will Humes on mockers, scoffers, and the doom of America.

Justice and compassion according to Michelle Hargrave.

Ken Hagler writes on the problem with processes.

Mark Winter is finding his way back to Lakeway.

Some thoughts on membership from Scott McKay.

Abi Carlisle-Wilke posts on having a full Sunday and a full week.

Beth Quick writes on the possible new hymnal revision committee and God-language.

Reflections on the "Madeleine McCann Show" from Kim Fabricius.

Henry Neufeld asks, "Can a liberal learn from Mark Driscoll?"

Lorna Koskela says, "God is good all the time!"

Preaching and teaching the Psalms, part 1, from Brian Russell.

Andrew Stoddard posts reflections on 1 Kings 22:1-28, 1 Corinthians 2:1-13, and Matthew 4:18-25.

Kim Matthews shares a personal story on conflict. Best of the Methoblogosphere!

Is there scientific proof that conversation matters? A post from Andy Bryan.

Sally Morgenthaler on worship evangelism from Matt Judkins.

John Battern writes on what a budget means.

What Danny Gmyrek learned from reading the Bible this week.

What is the emerging church? A question from a church member to Andrew Conard.

Questing Parson on America for Jesus.

Keith McIlwain posts on Bishop Tom Wright on the Bible and narrative theology.

Developing community according to Sky Lowe-McCracken.

Paul Martin says that it's time to reject the Saudi arms deal.

David Hallam says, "Be still and know..."

Most U.S. poor don't stay poor. Some thoughts from Gerry Charlotte Phelps.

Bruce Alderman writes that Richard Dawkins "ain't got no common sense."

John of Locusts & Honey posts and links to an article by William Abraham on the political theology of George W. Bush. Even though his post does not fulfill the MBWR requirement of a four paragraph minimum, I am making an exception (which, I, the keeper of the Weekly Roundup am allowed to do) because Abraham cites John's blog in his article. Good work, John!

Chris Roberts states that we are all theologians. Best of the Methoblogosphere!

Dave Warnock wonders if certain views are connected.

Some early morning reflections from Dave Camphouse.

Jay Voorhees preaches on avoiding evil.

Brian Vinson writes on the weekend.

Richard Heyduck asks, "Why bother?"

Are you on cruise control? Read Chris Kindle.

Who is Eddie James House, Jr? Read Art Ruch.

Theology of Space: The Problem of the Living Room. Some reflections from Theresa Coleman.

Todd Bergman writes on finishing the course.

Mike Lamson writes on the reasons that it has been awhile since he has posted. Mike, we have noticed and hope you will start posting regularly again soon.

Jim Morrow is considering naming his soon-to-be baby boy in honor of someone from the Methoblogosphere. Jim, as you know, I am entirely without bias. I think your second option is the best one!

A call for a new kind of seminary from Jonathan Bartlett.

There are no accidental disciples according to Steve Manskar. Steve, it's great to see you blogging again!

Wesley Sanders posts his thoughts on Conference mergers.

Is singles ministry a bad idea? Read Laura Ralston.