Binding: Paperback
Description: Beginning as a renewal movement within Anglicanism in the eighteenth century Methodism had become the largest Protestant denomination in the US a in the nineteenth century and is today one of the most vibrant forms of Christianity. Representing a complex spiritual and evangelistic experiment that involves a passionate commitment to worldwide mission it covers a global network of Christian denominations. In this Very Short Introduction William J. Abraham trace Methodism from its origins in the work of John Wesley and the hymns of his brother Charles Wesley in the eighteenth century right up to the present. Considering the identity nature and history of Methodism Abraham provides a fresh account of the place of Methodism in the life and thought of the Christian Church. Describing the message of Methodism and who the Methodists are he also considers the practices of Methodism and discusses the global impact of Methodism and its decline in the homelands. Finally Abraham looks forward and considers the future prospects for Methodism. About THE Series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket - sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Title: Methodism: A Very Short Introduction
Author(s): Abraham William J. (Albert Cook Outler Professor Of Wesley Studies Perkins School Of Theology Southern Methodist University)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780198802310
Pages: 176 Pages, 8 Black And White Images
Publication Date: 7/1/2019
Series: Very Short Introductions
Category: Methodist Churches