Author |
Wesley, John, 1703-1791 |
Title |
The works of the Rev. John Wesley, Vol. 08 (of 32)
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Original Publication |
Bristol: William Pine, 1771.
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Credits |
Richard Hulse and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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Summary |
"The Works of the Rev. John Wesley, Vol. 08 (of 32)" by John Wesley is a religious treatise written in the 18th century. This volume consists of essays and theological discussions focusing on Christian spirituality and moral conduct, placing a strong emphasis on the principles of faith, self-denial, and the pursuit of a godly life. The opening of this volume presents a detailed overview of its contents, which include teachings on Christian prudence, the fear of man, and reflections on conduct in life, all grounded in biblical principles. The text integrates exhortations for the reader to maintain a good conscience, to love Jesus above all earthly ties, and to embrace the burdens of life as a pathway to spiritual growth and understanding. Wesley encourages readers to seek divine comfort as the ultimate source of peace, presenting the idea that true joy and fulfilment come from selflessness and the love of God, rather than from worldly attachments or the opinions of others. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
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Subject |
Theology -- Early works to 1800
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Subject |
Methodist Church
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Subject |
Theology -- History -- 18th century
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
73353 |
Release Date |
Apr 7, 2024 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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