John Wesley's Sermons: An Anthology

by Albert C. Outler

Adapted from Albert Outler's 4-volume text The Works of John Wesley , this anthology of 50 of Wesley's finest sermons are presented in an affordable, convenient paperback. Arranged chronologically with introductory commentary by Richard Heitzenrater.

Genres: Theology, Christian, Religion, Christianity, Faith, History, Reference

573 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1959

Reviews

[Craig Toth · Rating 5 out of 5]

John Wesley was apparently a man who loved God with all his heart AND his mind. If you want to read well-constructed sermons that engage biblical texts as they challenge hearers to take their relationships with God seriously, read this book!

[Kolby Golliher · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful and comprehensive introduction into Wesley’s theology and thinking. I’m sure I’ll be referencing it for pretty much my entire life

[Joey Reed · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is not something you'd want to read before bed. But the timeless truths of Wesley's writings are compacted into this volume. Not designed to be read aloud, these sermons are theological statements which succinctly outline Wesley's beliefs and doctrinal interpretations.

[Reinhard · Rating 3 out of 5]

Please don't look at my rating and think that these sermons are not worth reading. I just struggle reading through the old English and by the end of figuring out what he was talking about it lost its meaning to me.

[Grant Showalter-Swanson · Rating 4 out of 5]

After reading and outlining every sermon in this anthology, I have a renewed appreciation for John Wesley's pertinence for today. I am also thrilled to be finished with it. Lol

[Jonathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Once I got used to the 18th century prose, these 50 chronologically ordered and theologically representative written sermons (more like mini essays for the public than transcribed preachings), were thought provoking and helpful for understanding John Wesley. The brief introductions from Outler were also invaluable.

Obviously, Wesley was a well-read and intelligent guy (quotes from ancient and contemporary philosophers, poets, and the Greek New Testament abound), but it was his passion for a practical and vibrant faith expressed in works of mercy and a simple lifestyle that really stood out to me. Definitely worth returning to and mulling over.

[Ophelia · Rating 5 out of 5]

What awesome sermons. This man was walking so closely with God. John Wesley's life of travelling the country, (when cars ,planes, buses were not a thing) to pass on the Gospels truth and offer a chance of salvation from the Lord is phenomenal. These sermons have a life changing quality and I think they are pretty amazing God inspiredsermpns that can talk to the very heart of a man /woman.

[SHARON DELGADO · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's amazing to see how John Wesley's faith developed over the years. The chronological order of this collection of sermons gives the reader a sense of the breadth and depth of his theology.

[David Ryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

at long last -- have finished reading these 50 sermon's of John Wesley's with my reading partner. We would usually do two sermons between each book we read together.

[Jeremiah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Be still my beating heart! When I read this anthology
Wesley was describing the change which God works in the heart through faith in Christ, I felt my heart strangely warmed. I felt I did trust in Christ, Christ alone for salvation; and an assurance was given me that He had taken away my sins, even mine, and saved me from the law of sin and death.

[Morris Nelms · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm a Methodist. Of course I like these.

[Rob · Rating 5 out of 5]

By the time I finished, I realized John Wesley is one of my theological heroes for the ages. I love his commitment, I resonate with his theology, and I am amazed at the timelessness of his ideas.

[Rachel · Rating 2 out of 5]

While his sermons on money are usually excellent, on the whole his exegesis isn't great.

[Sam Blades · Rating 5 out of 5]

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