Being Methodist in the Bible Belt: A Theological Survival Guide for Youth, Parents, and Other Confused Methodists

By F. Belton Joyner. Published by Westminster John Knox Press, 2008.

A lighthearted yet insightful exploration of what it means to be a United Methodist in a region heavily influenced by evangelical and fundamentalist Christianity. Written in a question-and-answer format, the book addresses common theological and doctrinal differences between Methodism and other Christian traditions prevalent in the Bible Belt. It covers topics such as grace, salvation, Scripture, and church practices, offering clarity and humor for Methodists navigating faith conversations in a predominantly Baptist and evangelical culture.