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Wesley for Armchair Theologians engagingly presents the life and theology of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism. Written by prominent Wesley scholar William Abraham, who aimed to "make Wesley come alive for those who would truly love to become armchair theologians," the book is an excellent, entertaining, and expert guide to the work of this important Christian figure.
Written by experts but designed for the novice, the Armchair series provides accurate, concise, and witty overviews of some of the most profound moments and theologians in Christian history. These books are essential supplements for first-time encounters with primary texts, lucid refreshers for scholars and clergy, and enjoyable reads for the theologically curious.
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #504612 in Books
- Published on: 2005-09-30
- Released on: 2005-09-30
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 7.99" h x .47" w x 5.00" l, .51 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 192 pages
From the Back Cover
"Using a deceptively light-hearted style (dare we say Irish?), Professor Abraham has in fact produced a provocative study of John Wesley’s theology that contains a wealth of insight. The author takes seriously the problems evident in the human situation and convincingly provides a Wesleyan view of how God (who, by the way, is no wimp) can help. Few readers will escape unchallenged. And though they may well disagree with some of the interpretations, no one can will be able to say their mind was not pricked at least a time or two in every chapter." —Richard P. Heitzenrater, William Kellon Quick Professor of Church History and Wesley Studies, The Divinity School, Duke University
"Professor Abraham has given us a lively and helpful account of John Wesley's theology. He covers the basics in a way that is very helpful for beginning students of Wesley's thought. At the same time, his interpretive analysis, often stated with characteristic wit and humor, will challenge more experienced Wesley scholars. This is a very welcome book." —Scott J. Jones, Bishop of the Kansas West Conference, United Methodist Church
"An engaging, reader-friendly perspective on Wesley’s theology by one of the ablest of his recent interpreters, Wesley for Armchair Theologians will amuse, illuminate, and at times astonish." —Thomas C. Oden, Henry Anson Buttz Professor of Theology and Ethics at Drew University
About the Author
William J. Abraham is Albert Cook Outler Professor of Wesley Studies and University Distinguished Teaching Professor at Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas.
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