Tag: Methodism
The Doctrines of Methodism
The following article was published in "Bibliotheca Sacra," April 1862.
It is our purpose in the present article to furnish a brief statement of the...
John Wesley’s Catechism: Instructions for Children
John Wesley was passionate about catechizing children. In his journal, Wesley wrote, “I met about a hundred children, who are catechized publicly twice a week....
John Wesley’s Understanding of Discipleship and Spiritual Formation
John Wesley’s concept of discipleship and spiritual formation is immensely deep and theologically rich. Many theologians have created well-integrated theologies that can help people...
God’s Gracious Provision: A Theological and Exegetical Defense of the Wesleyan...
This essay was originally published on October 3, 2019. It was republished with minor edits.
Thesis
The Wesleyan doctrine of prevenient grace (hereafter, WPG) is theologically...
Ways CHM Churches Are More Baptist than Methodist
There are many ways in which the contemporary CHM overlaps with the Baptist tradition more than it does with historic Methodism.
The History and Significance of the Wesleyan Class Meeting
The Class Meeting served as a place where people could be honest about their condition and receive loving exhortation and encouragement in their battles.
A Pilgrim’s Progress: The Wesley Hymnbook as a Manual for Spiritual...
Visit the home of a poor 18th century Methodist family. Their library includes only two books, volumes considered essential to consistent spiritual growth: a...
The Legacy of Thomas Coke: Father of Methodist Missions, Part 2
Continued from The Legacy of Thomas Coke: Father of Methodist Missions, Part 1.
Birth of American Methodism
Wesley, though not supporting this initial missionary effort of...
The Legacy of Thomas Coke: Father of Methodist Missions, Part 1
Despite broad recognition of Thomas Coke’s influential role in early Methodist missions, Coke remains somewhat obscure. His life and ministry were overshadowed by Wesley...
A Biographical Outline of Richard Watson (1781-1833)
This article is incomplete as part of an ongoing research project. It may be edited by the author at any time.
Biography & Significance
Richard Watson...