Nathan Bangs (May 2, 1778 – May 3, 1862) was an American Christiantheologian in the Methodist tradition. Born in Stratford, Connecticut, he received a limited education, taught school, and in 1799 went to Upper Canada in search of work as either a teacher or a land-surveyor. He was converted to Methodism in 1800 and worked for eight years as an itinerant preacher in the wilderness of the Canadian provinces, serving communities in the areas of Kingston, York, London, Niagara, and Montreal. ...

This is the final book in the four volume series from Nathan Bangs' history of the Methodist Church. Bangs is considered by many to be one of the foremost historians in modern times, and his portrayal of church history is among the best ever written.From the author's preface:The following history has been compiled from Wesley's Works, the British and American Minutes of Conferences, Moore's and Watson's Life of the Wesleys, Asbury's Journal, Lee's History of the Methodists,...

Freeborn Garrettson (1752-1827) was one of the original Methodist circuit riders. He travelled extensively throughout parts of the United States and Canada and helped to establish the Methodist Church in America.When he died, his wife commissioned Nathan Bangs (a well-known Methodist historian) to create this book. She provided Bangs with journals, letters, and other documents necessary to create this incredible look into Garrettson's life.Anyone who enjoys biographies, US ...

This is volume three of four from Nathan Bangs' history of the Methodist Church. Bangs is considered by many to be one of the foremost historians in modern times, and his portrayal of church history is among the best ever written. From the author's preface: The following history has been compiled from Wesley's Works, the British and American Minutes of Conferences, Moore's and Watson's Life of the Wesleys, Asbury's Journal, Lee's History of the Methodists, the Life of Dr. C...

This is volume two of four from Nathan Bangs' history of the Methodist Church. Bangs is considered by many to be one of the foremost historians in modern times, and his portrayal of church history is among the best ever written. From the author's preface: The following history has been compiled from Wesley's Works, the British and American Minutes of Conferences, Moore's and Watson's Life of the Wesleys, Asbury's Journal, Lee's History of the Methodists, the Life of Dr. Cok...

This is volume one of four from Nathan Bangs' history of the Methodist Church. Bangs is considered by many to be one of the foremost historians in modern times, and his portrayal of church history is among the best ever written. From the author's preface: The following history has been compiled from Wesley's Works, the British and American Minutes of Conferences, Moore's and Watson's Life of the Wesleys, Asbury's Journal, Lee's History of the Methodists, the Life of Dr. Cok...

* Formatted, spell-checked, with an optimized Table-of-Contents and over 70 illustrations!JOHN WESLEY the METHODIST is a very thorough and balanced look at the life of the famous evangelist and founder of Methodism. It covers his early years, missionary journey to America, his conversion and subsequent decades of ministry. If you want to find out more about the man that ignited revival in England and helped shape the landscape of religious history, this is an excellent place to sta...

• 4 entire books, over 90 chapters! • Over 80 illustrations! • Spell-checked, formatted and with an optimized Table-of-Contents. THE JOHN WESLEY BIOGRAPHY COLLECTION is a fantastic resource that brings together 4 penetrating and powerful biographies of the preacher who transformed the British religious landscape.  These lives of John Wesley will give you a thorough understanding of his early years, conversion, ministry and legacy. ...

This is a great collection of sketches from some of the earliest American Methodists. In all, there are 326 sketches in this book, covering the lives of 23 "Heroes of Methodism." It's a great collection for a further study of those with whom you are familiar, but would also serve well for a primer for someone who is not acquainted at all with the American roots of the Methodist church and holiness movement. The book discusses the following "heroes:" ...

This book is a collection of over 400 true stories about the Wesley family. Without question, the greater majority of these stories concern John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist church. However, there are many others about Samuel Wesley, Susanna Wesley, and Charles Wesley.This is a great collection, and would serve the reader well as either a supplement to any study of the Wesley family, or also as an introduction to them."Anecdotes of the Wesleys" was compiled by Josep...

From Wikipedia: Abel Stevens (1815–1897) was an American clergyman, editor, and author known for his books on Methodist religious history. He wrote History of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States of America, an early history of the church that is frequently referenced in historical works.* * * * *This is the fourth and final book in the four volume collection.Contents:Part 53 – Methodism in the Eastern States: 1796-1804 (Continued from Volume 3...

Engaging, accessible survey of major Wesleyan theological themesThe Wesley brothers -- John (1703–1791) and Charles (1707–1788) -- are famous as the cofounders of the Wesleyan tradition and the Methodist family of churches. Their impact and legacy have been huge: what began as the excited outpouring of their conversion experiences grew into a transatlantic revival and became a vibrant and significant theological tradition. But what exactly did they believe and teach?...