John Wesley for the Twenty-First Century: Set Apart for Social Witness
Language: English
Published by Discipleship Resources, 2006
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Gooch connects modern day readers with the 18th century world of John Wesley. This book is more than an academic or historical account of Wesley's life. It offers contemporary readers ways to connect to their Wesleyan heritage by comparing contemporary issues to topics Wesley addressed during his day. Wesley was deeply concerned with salvation of the individual, but Wesley also attended to needs that seem very current such as health care, poverty, slavery, and the need for growth as disciples of Christ through small group ministries. Each chapter includes questions for reflection to help readers understand the different dimension of the Wesleyan tradition.
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- Title
- John Wesley for the Twenty-First Century: Set Apart for Social Witness
- Author
- John O Gooch
- Publisher
- Discipleship Resources
- Publication year
- 2006
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0881774456
- ISBN 13
- 9780881774450
Health care. Public education. War and peace. Science and religion. The economy. Christian social action. Spiritual growth.
21st century political talking points? Hardly just that. John Wesley, an 18th century British clergyman, addressed these very issues in his own time. His creative answers may open your eyes to new responses for our own frenzied "postmodern" concerns.
Gooch opens the fascinating character of Wesley by looking at these strikingly current topics. He shows how Wesley's ministry grew out of his desire to live a holy life and to invite others to walk in Christian discipleship. His message of grace and salvation led Wesley to suggest innovative solutions to problems of his time, including poverty, education and a host of other issues.
"Wesley cared deeply about issues, not just in themselves, but because of their impact on persons created in the image of God," writes Gooch. "We need to care deeply about them as well. It's not just 'talking the talk' but about 'walking the talk.'"
John Wesley for the 21st Century addresses matters very much in the news today -- from a theological foundation. Each chapter includes questions for reflection, making this book a great study for individuals and small groups.
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