Methodist
Methodist churches trace their heritage to John Wesley. Many Methodist traditions emphasize salvation available to all, sanctification, social justice, and methodical Christian living.
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Founded by John Wesley in the 18th century as a renewal movement within the Church of England, Methodism emphasizes holiness, the grace of God available to all, and social action.
Wesley (1703-1791) organized societies and class meetings. The movement became a separate denomination and spread worldwide.
- •Prevenient grace available to all people
- •Entire sanctification as a goal
- •Wesleyan Quadrilateral: Scripture, Tradition, Reason, Experience
- •Open communion
- •Social holiness and justice
View of Salvation
Arminian — God's grace enables free response. Salvation available to all.
View of the Holy Spirit
Enables sanctification. John Wesley taught the second blessing of entire sanctification.
Baptism
Both infant and adult baptism
Worship Style
Hymn-based, structured; varies by region
Church Governance
Bishops, elders, deacons in connectional system
Communion / Eucharist
Open to all; Christ's presence is spiritual
Spiritual Gifts
Recognized; emphasis on fruits of the Spirit
Biblical Interpretation
Interpreted through Scripture, Tradition, Reason, and Experience (Wesleyan Quadrilateral)
- →United Methodist Church
- →African Methodist Episcopal (AME)
- →Church of the Nazarene
Q: What is the Wesleyan Quadrilateral?
A: Wesley's framework: Scripture (primary), Tradition, Reason, and Experience.
Key Scripture References
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