en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/826884 Comments by Mike Lindstrom http://www.leadingsmart.com/2010/03/reason-not-to-be-methodist.html#IDComment63853065 "It saddens me that the United Methodist Church is often known primarily for its’ political positions that have nothing to do with making disciples of Christ. Some of that is perception…some of it is reality." As a UMC elder I appreciate this comment. I struggle with the perception, if not the reality, that some in the UMC seek to right the world without pointing others to a new life in Christ. Wed, 24 Mar 2010 14:09:22 +0000 http://www.leadingsmart.com/2010/03/reason-not-to-be-methodist.html#IDComment63853065