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From Field Preaching to AI: A Methodist History of Innovation

The Methodist movement has always been marked by innovative approaches to spreading the Gospel. From its earliest days, Methodists have embraced new technologies and methods when they served the mission of making disciples. This heritage of holy innovation provides both precedent and wisdom for today’s engagement with artificial intelligence. John Wesley’s decision to preach in […]

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The Grace That Goes Before: Why Wesleyan Theology Embraces Innovation

When John Wesley began preaching in fields because churches wouldn’t welcome his message of grace, he wasn’t just breaking social conventions—he was pioneering the use of innovative methods to spread the Gospel. Today, as artificial intelligence transforms how we communicate, learn, and connect, Wesleyan theology offers profound wisdom for embracing these tools while maintaining our […]