Since the early days of founder John Wesley, we Methodists have understood that God continues to work in our lives through the power of the Holy Spirit. In response we are constantly seeking to grow in faith. We delight in every opportunity to strengthen our relationship with God over the entire course of our lives.
But there are no short-cuts and it is not an easy task. It takes work and dedication. Along the way, we all need other people who will push us to deepen our faith and to ask hard questions. We need other people to hold us accountable. We need other people to support and encourage us. This means small groups: Disciple Bible study, Christian Believer, prayer groups, Covenant Discipleship groups and more.
A congregation making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world expects its members to be engaged in relationships which mature their faith, deepen their discipleship and challenge them to grow in love of God and neighbor.