Christian History

Issue 69

The Wesleys: Founders of Methodism

Originally published in 2001

Christian History magazine was published by Christianity Today from 1982 to 2008.

Articles in this Issue

The Wesleys: Did You Know?

Interesting and unusual facts about John and Charles Wesley.

A Tale of Two Brothers

Like many siblings, John and Charles Wesley often clashed— and the Methodist movement profited.

Like Mother, Like Son

John Wesley’s parents, especially his mother, profoundly influenced his character and career.

Family Ghost?

John Wesley’s parents, especially his mother, profoundly influenced his character and career.

Attack of the Bible-Moths

From the way Oxford scorned the Holy Club, you would think the Wesleys had created a monster.

The Matchmakers

When the Wesley brothers agreed to help each other find wives, they never guessed their deal would lead to disaster.

The Wesleys: Christian History Timeline

The Christian History Timeline

Spare the Rod and Spoil the Church

Though Methodism thrived on big crowds, its survival depended on the discipline of small groups.

Be Ye Perfect?

The evolution of John Wesley’s most contentious doctrine.

Two Views on Perfection

John and Charles disagreed on the measure of holiness a Christian might expect on earth, but both longed for it. From Christian Perfection (Sermon 40)

O Come and Dwell in Me

John and Charles disagreed on the measure of holiness a Christian might expect on earth, but both longed for it. From Christian Perfection (Sermon 40)

Start the Presses

No Protestant leader in the eighteenth century made better use of print media than John Wesley.

The Wesleys: A Gallery – The Leadership Team

These early converts supported, strengthened, and spread the Methodist movement—whether John Wesley agreed with them or not.

The Wesleys: Christian History Interview – Weeds in the Garden

The Methodist pursuit of holiness has, over 200 years, branched off in some startling directions. A conversation with Tom Oden.

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