Paul T. Stallsworth

Unleashing the Work of God

Preaching & Worship

“Jesus Christ speaks as the Word of God and works in Sacrament. Therefore, the church’s clergy should be uncompromisingly committed to Word and Sacrament ministry. Joe Stallings powerfully makes this case by relying on Scripture, the church fathers, the Reformers, the Wesleys, and many contemporaries. As a pastor, he refers to his own ministerial experience, and he writes clearly for all. For decades, the United Methodist Church and other churches have feverishly tried every available means of renewal. Here Rev. Stallings proposes that the church simply invite Jesus Christ into its midst. What a novel idea.”