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    The document discusses the Methodist Social Principles and their basis in scripture from Matthew 25:31-46 about separating sheep and goats on the Day of Judgment. It emphasizes that all Methodists are called to make a difference in the world and establish a better world. The Social Principles aim to demonstrate the Holy Spirit's power to transform lives through a personal relationship with God, simple worship, partnership between clergy and laity, concern for the poor, and improving social conditions. The overall goal is to improve wellbeing and unite for a better world.

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    The document discusses the Methodist Social Principles and their basis in scripture from Matthew 25:31-46 about separating sheep and goats on the Day of Judgment. It emphasizes that all Methodists are called to make a difference in the world and establish a better world. The Social Principles aim to demonstrate the Holy Spirit's power to transform lives through a personal relationship with God, simple worship, partnership between clergy and laity, concern for the poor, and improving social conditions. The overall goal is to improve wellbeing and unite for a better world.

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    The document discusses the Methodist Social Principles and their basis in scripture from Matthew 25:31-46 about separating sheep and goats on the Day of Judgment. It emphasizes that all Methodists are called to make a difference in the world and establish a better world. The Social Principles aim to demonstrate the Holy Spirit's power to transform lives through a personal relationship with God, simple worship, partnership between clergy and laity, concern for the poor, and improving social conditions. The overall goal is to improve wellbeing and unite for a better world.

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    Wesleyan University- Philippines

    Mabini Extension, Cabanatuan City-3100 Nueva Ecija


    School of Leadership and Advanced Studies

    THE SOCIAL PRINCIPLES

    Matthew 25:31-46 contains the Parable of the Sheep and Goats. In this parable,
    Jesus uses the example of a shepherd who separates his sheep from his goats to assist his
    disciples understand what will happen if they don’t follow his lead and follow his
    example. However, the Methodist Social Principles provide a resource for mission and
    ministry. All United Methodists are called by the Social Principles to not only make a
    difference in the world and live differently in it, but also to urgently establish a better
    kind of world than the one we have now.
    In addition, the Scripture mentions the Day of Judgment. The final judgment
    marks the conclusion of history of mankind and the start of the spiritual state. There will
    come a day when the Messiah will collect all of humanity and separate who would be
    blessed in paradise and who will be punished in hell. While we are here on earth, we need
    to do our best to fulfill our purpose to God, which is to be a good and caring brother or
    sister to our brothers and sisters. Being God's creation, He wants us to aid those around
    us, particularly the poor, for in our Lord's sight, we are all equal, rich or poor. Our Lord
    also asks us all to be humble and generous to everyone, including those who have
    wronged us. We should be patient, compassionate, and learn to forgive such people. In
    the end, all people will die, and we must remember that what we do here on earth should
    be done not simply for the sake of entering paradise, but also for the sake of the
    individuals around us and God.

    The intent of Social Principles, acceptance of historical Christianity’s doctrines;


    emphasis on doctrines that demonstrate the Holy Spirit’s power to confirm believers’
    faith and transform their lives; insistence that religion’s heart is in a personal relationship
    with God; simplicity of worship; partnership of ordained ministers and laity in church
    worship and administration; concern for the poor; and the improvement of social
    conditions. To improve our wellbeing and practice the unity for the betterment of our
    world.

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    Prepared by: CHRISTINE JOYCE V. PEREZ

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