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Title
Wesley's Journal
Author
John Wesley
Brief Biography
John Wesley (1703-1791), along with his brother Charles, was an active participant and leader of the 18th century Revivals, a prominent missionary, and founder of the Methodist movement. Born in England and educated in the Anglican Church, he received degrees from Oxford, was ordained as a deacon and served as a minister for three years before his critical period at Oxford (1729-35). The Christian Bible-study group (the "Holy Club", later called "Methodist"), led by he and his brother, and including George Whitefield, was influential in shaping Wesley's development, as was the teaching of William Law. Gradually the doctrine of salvation by faith alone, by grace, leading to entire sanctification and Christian perfection, became the center of his belief and preaching, and coincided with his involvement in a wave of missionary activity. These years (1735 to the end of his life) are described in Wesley's own Journal, an invaluable source of information.
Brief Description
A condensed version of Wesley’s Journals, covering the years 1735 to 1790.
Detail Description
This is a condensed version of the four published volumes of Wesley’s Journal, which provides one of the only true autobiographical accounts of a major historical Christian figure, and is the best source for Wesley’s life and ministry. The Journal begins in 1735, at the beginning of his evangelistic activity, in the prime of his life, with his departure to Georgia as a missionary to the Indians. From then until near the end of his life in 1790, his preaching and missionary work is described in detail – his experiences with Peter Böhler and the Moravian Brethren, the revival tours with George Whitefield, the first Methodist conferences, and his many travels throughout Britain and Ireland. An appendix of Wesley’s last hours “by one present” is also included. Overall, a rich picture of the man is conveyed: "we can learn better from Wesley's Journal than from anywhere else what manner of man Wesley was, and the character of the times during which he lived and moved and had his being."
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Biographies
Sub Topic
Wesley, John
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