Publisher's Synopsis
"Written from a United Methodist perspective, this introduction beings, as did John Wesley, with scripture and an understanding of Jesus, who embodies ministry with theological integrity. From this starting point, author Elaine A. Robinson moves to defining theology and how it developed. From there, Robinson lays out issues of method and language. In the final section, she systemically discusses basic doctrines of faith, including God, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, Church, Last Things, and Humanity. This book is ideal for those who want to learn about the. foundational beliefs of Christianity"--Back cover.
