The life and times of the Rev. John Wesley, M.A., founder of the Methodists. Vol. 3 (of 3)

Name: The life and times of the Rev. John Wesley, M.A., founder of the Methodists. Vol. 3 (of 3)
Author: L. Tyerman

By L. Tyerman

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A chronological account traces the subject's later ministry, detailing preaching tours, health and household matters, disputes with fellow evangelists, and theological debates such as the Calvinist controversy and disagreements over female preaching. It surveys the expansion and organization of the movement in Britain, Ireland, and America, chapel finances, training institutions, and publishing efforts, while also attending to pastoral correspondence, issues of discipline and Christian perfection, responses to political events, and efforts to secure institutional continuity.

About the Author

L. Tyerman

L. Tyerman was a 19th-century author known for his extensive biographical works on prominent figures in the Methodist movement. His notable contributions include "The Life of the Rev. George Whitefield," which provides a detailed account of the influential preacher's life and ministry. Tyerman also authored a comprehensive three-volume series on John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, exploring Wesley's life, times, and theological impact. Additionally, he wrote about Samuel Wesley, John Wesley's father, and John William Fletcher, a key figure in the early Methodist church. Tyerman's works are significant for their historical insights into the development of Methodism and its leaders.