9780259902591 - Junior History of Methodism: For Young People, Study Classes in Epworth League, and the General Reader (Classic Reprint) di Koons, William G. (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book unfolds the evolution of Methodism, a renowned Christian denomination, from its genesis in the Holy Club at Oxford University to its widespread growth throughout America. The author meticulously traces the significant events and influential figures that shaped the movement. Readers will delve into the passionate beginnings, marked by fervent spirituality and the preaching of John Wesley, Charles Wesley, and George Whitefield. They will witness the Methodist movement's expansion in America, tracing the contributions of early preachers like Philip Embury, Robert Strawbridge, and Francis Asbury. The book also explores the challenges and persecution Methodism faced during the American Revolution due to its association with British loyalists. Beyond the historical account, the book delves into the doctrinal distinctives and practices that define Methodism. It sheds light on the emphasis on personal religious experience, the role of class meetings, the development of a structured itinerant ministry, and the establishment of schools and other institutions. The book concludes with an insightful examination of Methodism's lasting legacy and its profound impact on American religious and social life. It highlights the denomination's unwavering dedication to evangelism, social justice, and its ongoing contributions to the Christian landscape. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.