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The Why of Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : Daniel Dorchester
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780484646826
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (468 download)

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Download or read book The Why of Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by Daniel Dorchester and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-12-24 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Why of Methodism Odist, I should have said, My father was a Methodist minister from 1816 to 1854, and I found. Myself, in childhood, in the lap of the Methodist Episcopal Church. At an early age I became a subject Of religious impressions, professed conversion, and formally united with this Church. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Methodism

Author : George Stanley Frazer
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780656169863
Total Pages : 60 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (698 download)

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Download or read book Methodism written by George Stanley Frazer and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-02-09 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Methodism: Its History, Teaching and Government It is to be hoped that in both its arrange ment and treatment it will be found to fill a long felt need that will give it a gen eral circulation among our Methodist people. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Early Schools of Methodism

Author : A. W. Cummings
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 444 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Early Schools of Methodism written by A. W. Cummings and published by . This book was released on 1886 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

A Short History of Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : John Wesley Boswell
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780265777251
Total Pages : 180 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (772 download)

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Download or read book A Short History of Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by John Wesley Boswell and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11-10 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from A Short History of Methodism Should this Short History create in the minds of readers a desire to learn more of Methodism, and inspire in them a greater love for the Church, the author Will be satisfied. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : Herbert B. Workman
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780365345480
Total Pages : 152 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (454 download)

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Book Synopsis Methodism (Classic Reprint) by : Herbert B. Workman

Download or read book Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by Herbert B. Workman and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-03-22 with total page 152 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Methodism IN this short sketch of a great subject the author has tried to put himself into the critical but not un friendly position oi the interested outsider, for whom primarily this volume is intended. This is especially the case in Chapter IV. On the Divisions of Method ism, and in Chapter V. On the Theology and Polity of Methodism. It will be perfectly obvious that, in so short a sketch as the present, many questions have had to be dealt with brieﬂy, which in a work on a larger scale could have been more generously treated. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Birth of Methodism in America

Author : J. S. Reynolds
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780365019565
Total Pages : 98 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (195 download)

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Download or read book The Birth of Methodism in America written by J. S. Reynolds and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-03-19 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Birth of Methodism in America: With Photographs T is nearly a century and a half since the birth of Methodism in 1 America. From that angel-guarded cradle has grown a family numbering about one fifth of the population of the United States. This wonderful growth from so humble a birth has attracted the attention of the world. It has wielded a tremendous power in spreading the gospel of jesus Christ throughout the land which has had so much to do in shaping our present civilization. The purpose Of this little volume is not to give the history of Methodism in the United States, but to give all the history that is obtainable Of the Father Of Methodism in America. This is best accomplished by publishing the oration and addresses of the emi nent Methodists who participated in the ceremonies on the occa sion Of the removal Of the remains of the Father Of Methodism in America, and at the unveiling of the beautiful monument at Cam bridge, New York, erected by the National Local Preachers' Asso ciation of the' Methodist Episcopal Church to his memory. The aim Of the publisher is to perpetuate the name of the Father Of Methodism in America, and his contemporaries - names quite unknown, perhaps, to many of the present generation, but names honored and revered by all Methodists familiar with the early history of the Methodist Church in America. The beautiful half-tone photographs in this little volume are priceless. The plates from which they are taken are the only ones in existence and cannot be duplicated, thus making this little book a historical souvenir of great value. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Essentials of Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : Francis J. Mcconnell
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780331793604
Total Pages : 90 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (936 download)

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Download or read book The Essentials of Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by Francis J. Mcconnell and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11-23 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Essentials of Methodism If we look at Methodism historically, we soon discern that all its doctrines and cere monials and rules for practice have to do with their effect on inner Spiritual experience. The Methodist movement arose as a protest against formalism in theology and ritual and practice. The early Methodists made no war on the Church Of England except in the attack upon its lack of spirituality. It has been said that Methodism began when John Wesley found his heart strangely warmed, and that the center of the power of Methodism has always been its emphasis upon inner experience. It is as if our forefathers found ready-to - hand doc trinal' statements and ritualistic Observances and rules Of conduct which they proceeded to fill with a new life. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Reasons for Becoming a Methodist (Classic Reprint)

Author : Isaac Smith
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780331489736
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (897 download)

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Download or read book Reasons for Becoming a Methodist (Classic Reprint) written by Isaac Smith and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11-19 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Reasons for Becoming a Methodist In submitting his manuscript to the press, the writer yields to the judgment of those, in whose Opinions he places great confidence. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Popular History of Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : John Telford
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780266434696
Total Pages : 200 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (346 download)

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Download or read book The Popular History of Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by John Telford and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-17 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Popular History of Methodism Wesley, was one Of the noble band Of ministers thrust out by the Act of Uniformity. He endured much persecution and imprisonment for conscience sake The first John Wesley was an itinerant preacher, whose care for the common people. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

John Wesley and the Methodist Societies (Classic Reprint)

Author : JOHN S. SIMON
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780365726586
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (265 download)

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Download or read book John Wesley and the Methodist Societies (Classic Reprint) written by JOHN S. SIMON and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2018-04 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from John Wesley and the Methodist Societies IN my book on john Wesley and the Religious Societies I have traced Wesley's course until that Christmas Eve, in 1739, when he met a small company of earnest people whose supreme desire was to know how they might be saved from their sins.' I have been so much encouraged by the reception accorded to my book that I have been made bold to attempt a still more formidable task. I hope to be able to describe the work of Wesley down to the time of his death. In this volume I watch him as he lays the foundations of the Methodist Church. They were so carefully and securely laid that, up to the present time, they have determined the character of the building erected on them. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Modern Developments in Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : William Redfern
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781331870715
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Modern Developments in Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by William Redfern and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-20 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Modern Developments in Methodism The title of this book may be construed in two different ways. It may be taken as having to do with the evangelistic, rather than the ecclesiastical, side of Methodism, and particularly with the organisations and movements which have been started in recent years; or, it may be taken as having reference to the origin, the polity, and the history of the various Methodist bodies. The former interpretation has not been left entirely out of view. It has been considered, wherever convenient, in most of the chapters, and it has occupied the whole of the chapter on "Methodism As It Is." About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The History of Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : John Fletcher Hurst
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9781527815094
Total Pages : 650 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (15 download)

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Download or read book The History of Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by John Fletcher Hurst and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-10-12 with total page 650 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The History of Methodism About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Wesley and Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : F. J. Snell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781331845218
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (452 download)

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Download or read book Wesley and Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by F. J. Snell and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-19 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Wesley and Methodism What has been attempted in the present work? Certainly, not a full and particular biography of John Wesley. He, it is true, is the central figure, and it is hoped that sufficient heed has been given to his personal actions and qualities to ensure a distinct, a recognisable, and - if only it might be! - vivid portrait of that king of men. But a full and particular biography would call for more pages than go to compose the entire work. On the other hand, the aim has been something other than to string together a scries of essays on various aspects of Methodism. While the writer has avoided Tyerman's method of strict chronological order -excellent though it is for some purposes-as involving broken lights and insecure perspective, he has striven to mark the stages of Methodist evolution by treating in successive chapters characteristics of the movement, as they assumed exceptional importance at successive periods of Wesley's life. Naturally, however, my first care has been to provide a fitting introduction for the man with whom tho movement is inseparably associated. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Lost Chapters Recovered From the Early History of American Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : Joseph Beaumont Wakeley
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9781333579531
Total Pages : 636 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (795 download)

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Download or read book Lost Chapters Recovered From the Early History of American Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by Joseph Beaumont Wakeley and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2016-09-14 with total page 636 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Lost Chapters Recovered From the Early History of American Methodism The old book sheds light upon that part of our history where all before was dark as a starless midnight. It is the first record of the trustees and stewards of the old J ohn-street Church. It is a model book, both on account of its neatness and exactness. They were very particular in those days to re cord everything, small and great. What a reproof to the care less manner in which many church records are now kept. The old book is the basis of the work entitled, Lost Chapters Recovered. We do not publish all that it con tains, but make extracts from year to year, from the first to the conclusion. This work is something more than a mere local history. It describes the early and great men of Methodism, in whom the great Methodist family have a common interest. To make the chapters as complete as possible, I have not only followed the old book, but availed myself of other material that enriches the volume. Does the reader inquire where this old book has been? I answer, I cannot tell, only it has been lost for over half a century, and very recently discovered. The oldest ministers now in new-york and the oldest trustees had never seen the book. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Absurdities of Methodism (Classic Reprint)

Author : Samuel Pelton
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780331971897
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (718 download)

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Download or read book The Absurdities of Methodism (Classic Reprint) written by Samuel Pelton and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-11-26 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from The Absurdities of Methodism Besides, in my Opinion, 1 have seen much evil done by the Methodist doctrine. Very many, who at one time have bid fair to be brought to a' saving knowledge of the truth, as it is in Christ, have been led astray b this doc trine, and have walked awhile with t e Metho dist until their serious impressions were worn off, and then they turned again to their folly, more wicked and secure than ever. Likewise, my personal acquaintance with some of the or der, leads me to fear for many of those that te main in their communion. I trust and believe that there are some among them, who are real Christians. But, on the other hand, I' am great ly led to fear, . That when we shall all be weigh edin the balance of the sanctuary, many of them will be found wanting. This lfear, not only from some of their views concerning the nature of true godliness, but also from the word of God which every where connects a belief of the truth with regeneration. Jesus says, ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Back to Oxford

Author : James Henry Potts
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9780484448185
Total Pages : 250 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (481 download)

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Download or read book Back to Oxford written by James Henry Potts and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2017-12-22 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Back to Oxford: A Search for the Essentials of Methodism About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

A History of Methodism

Author : William Henry Sweet
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781331873792
Total Pages : 566 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (737 download)

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Download or read book A History of Methodism written by William Henry Sweet and published by . This book was released on 2015-07-20 with total page 566 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from A History of Methodism: In Northwest Kansas The last several years of the life of William H. Sweet were devoted to the collecting of material and the writing of this volume. He very much hoped to finish the task and see the book through the press himself, but death came suddenly on January 5, 1919. He had planned to publish the book at his own expense and ask the Conference to sell it for the benefit of Kansas Wesleyan University, and before his death he had talked to his children about the plan. They accordingly now desire to carry out his desire, and the present volume is published at the expense of the heirs of William H. and Rose A. Sweet. On its completion the entire edition will be turned over to the Northwest Kansas Conference and the proceeds of the sale of the book are to go to the Kansas Wesleyan University. The manuscript has been published, practically as it was left by its author. He greatly regretted that more complete material was not forthcoming in response to his many appeals, but the book contains much material that would no doubt soon have been lost, and those, who in the future will write of pioneer days in Northwest Kansas will find here a storehouse of interesting material. The Biographical Introduction has been added, though the author did not so intend, and has been prepared by his eldest son, Dr. Paul W. Sweet. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.