Episode 2 Recap: John Wesley and the Method(ist)
What kind of world gives birth to a movement like Methodism? In this episode, we look not just at John Wesley the person, but at the spiritual crisis of the Church of England and the radical, grace-filled practices that emerged in response. From the Holy Club at Oxford to the famous Aldersgate experience, Pastor Britt invites us to see how Wesley’s theology of assurance, discipline, and connectionalism became the backbone of a global movement.
Key Themes:
The spiritual stagnation of 18th-century Anglicanism
Wesley’s methodical spiritual discipline and Holy Club
The Aldersgate experience and the theology of assurance
Discipleship as structured, accountable community
Takeaways:
Wesley’s reforms were rooted in spiritual hunger, not rebellion.
Assurance is not arrogance—it’s a liberating grace.
Lay empowerment and spiritual discipline birthed a new form of church.
Grace demanded a practical response—structure served mission.
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