Moravians

Mark K. Olson: Famous Sermons of John Wesley 2: The Means of Grace

October 22, 2024 , SEA , Comment Closed

It is estimated that John Wesley traveled around 250,000 miles and preached over 40,000 sermons in a span of 66 years. This series by Mark K. Olson, taken from his website Wesleyscholar.com, includes summaries and links…

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Mark K. Olson, “Luther & Wesley on Justification by Faith Alone”

May 17, 2024 , SEA , Comment Closed

Abstract: When John Wesley became an evangelical Christian in 1738, his new understanding of justification by faith alone was directly influenced by Martin Luther, passed down to him through the Moravians. This article explores the…

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Julian E. Pace IV, “Pietist Credentials of John Wesley”

April 4, 2024 , SEA , Comment Closed

Abstract: This article explores how the Pietist impulse, in both its “churchly” and “radical” forms, profoundly shaped the theology and spirituality of John Wesley. Churchly Pietists such as the Moravians, as well as the radical…

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Julian E. Pace IV, “John Wesley and the Moravians: 1735-1741”

March 14, 2024 , SEA , Comment Closed

Abstract: This article documents John Wesley’s earliest interactions with the Moravians. Wesley enjoyed a cordial relationship with the Moravians between 1735-1739. Unfortunately, due to personality clashes and growing theological differences, Wesley’s relationship with the Moravians…

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Mark K. Olson, “The Stillness Controversy of 1740: Tradition Shaping Scripture Reading”

March 6, 2024 , SEA , Comment Closed

Abstract: The influence of our Christian traditions upon our reading of scripture is deep and profound, even working at a subconscious level. This article demonstrates this truth by examining the role that tradition played in…

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