Kitchen Table Theology
Where Coffee, Conversation, and Theology Meet. During my 40 years in ministry, I’ve developed an increasing burden for what I sense to be an increase in biblical illiteracy, not only among those in our churches, but also in the young men and women entering the ministry. Conversely, I am hopeful, because I also sense a hunger from people to learn and know biblical truth and the things of God has revealed to us in Scripture. Our Kitchen Table Theology team has developed a list of over 150 doctrinal topics which I, along with one of my cohosts, Jen Denton or Tiffany Coker, examine weekly. Our goal is to educate and share biblical truth on the same level as if we were sitting at your kitchen table with a Bible and a pot of southern pecan coffee in front of us. Welcome to the table!
Kitchen Table Theology
242 The Global Methodist Church | Worship Styles, Sacraments, and Structure with Reverend Scott Pattison Pt. 2
What do worship, structure, and doctrine look like in the Global Methodist Church? Pastor Jeff Cranston sit down with Dr. Scott Pattison to unpack what makes this growing denomination unique. From diverse worship styles to strong theological alignment and global expansion, this episode gives you a front-row seat to what’s happening inside the Global Methodist movement—and why so many churches are joining.
Here’s What We Discussed:
00:17 – What a Global Methodist Worship Service Looks Like
Expect variety: from high liturgy with robes and incense to modern worship and house churches. While styles differ, the theology remains consistent and biblically grounded.
05:20 – Communion in the Global Methodist Church
Communion is open to all believers, with grape juice and bread as symbols of Christ’s body and blood. Churches may serve it weekly, monthly, or quarterly—local leadership decides.
07:32 – Understanding Baptism: Symbolism Over Form
Global Methodists baptize infants and adults, using sprinkling, pouring, or immersion. What matters most is the individual’s profession of faith and the church’s support of their spiritual journey.
10:16 – Church Structure and Leadership
The denomination has bishops, conference superintendents, and presiding elders. Local churches are seen not as landing sites but as launching pads for gospel mission.
13:00 – Global Growth and Vision
With nearly 5,000 churches worldwide and growing, the Global Methodist Church is expanding across Africa, the Philippines, Europe, and beyond. The goal? Make disciples of Jesus and spread scriptural holiness across the globe.
Key Quote:
"The Global Methodist Church exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ, to spread scriptural holiness across the globe, and make a difference for the sake of Christ." – Dr. Scott Pattison
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