Of special focus in this reflective overview of Wesley's theological convictions is highlighting the practical-theological dynamics of Wesley's work and suggesting possible implications for contemporary attempts to recover theology as a practical discipline. Another distinctive focus of this work is a systematic consideration of the integration of theological emphases trad Of special focus in this reflective overview of Wesley's theological convictions is highlighting the practical-theological dynamics of Wesley's work and suggesting possible implications for contemporary attempts to recover theology as a practical discipline. Another distinctive focus of this work is a systematic consideration of the integration of theological emphases traditionally divergent in Eastern and Western Christianity. The author also closely examines the consistency of Wesley's thought throughout his career.
Responsible Grace: John Wesley's Practical Theology
Of special focus in this reflective overview of Wesley's theological convictions is highlighting the practical-theological dynamics of Wesley's work and suggesting possible implications for contemporary attempts to recover theology as a practical discipline. Another distinctive focus of this work is a systematic consideration of the integration of theological emphases trad Of special focus in this reflective overview of Wesley's theological convictions is highlighting the practical-theological dynamics of Wesley's work and suggesting possible implications for contemporary attempts to recover theology as a practical discipline. Another distinctive focus of this work is a systematic consideration of the integration of theological emphases traditionally divergent in Eastern and Western Christianity. The author also closely examines the consistency of Wesley's thought throughout his career.
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Matt Friedman –
Very impressive and comprehensive scholarship on Wesley's theology, bringing together much of the previous recent scholarship on the connections between Wesley's theology and that of the Eastern Fathers of the early Church. Highly recommended for anyone who would want to get their heads wrapped around the contours of Wesley's theology and its practical applications for today. Very impressive and comprehensive scholarship on Wesley's theology, bringing together much of the previous recent scholarship on the connections between Wesley's theology and that of the Eastern Fathers of the early Church. Highly recommended for anyone who would want to get their heads wrapped around the contours of Wesley's theology and its practical applications for today.
Matt –
Maddox is a Wesleyan scholar par excellence. I appreciate Maddox’s synthesis of Wesley, comparing his thinking in early years to the mature Wesley of later adulthood. Maddox gives preference to Wesley in later years; the reader can judge whether this is the best approach in evaluating one’s life’s work. The reading is dense - at times the liveliness and confrontational nature of Wesley seems missing. Nevertheless, the thoroughness of this analysis is unmatched. The case for “responsible grace” a Maddox is a Wesleyan scholar par excellence. I appreciate Maddox’s synthesis of Wesley, comparing his thinking in early years to the mature Wesley of later adulthood. Maddox gives preference to Wesley in later years; the reader can judge whether this is the best approach in evaluating one’s life’s work. The reading is dense - at times the liveliness and confrontational nature of Wesley seems missing. Nevertheless, the thoroughness of this analysis is unmatched. The case for “responsible grace” as Wesley’s orienting concern is the thesis, and Maddox makes it convincingly.
John Lucy –
Probably the place to begin in understanding John Wesley.
Bonnie –
Dense but a great exploration of Wesleyan theology.
Cathy Wilcox –
An excellent resource for Methodist Doctrine and Polity.
Craig Toth –
Maddox helps readers learn how much John Wesley's understanding of the Bible intersects with theological ideas held by the Early Church Fathers. A good correction to many contemporary Evangelical presuppositions. Maddox helps readers learn how much John Wesley's understanding of the Bible intersects with theological ideas held by the Early Church Fathers. A good correction to many contemporary Evangelical presuppositions.
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