The Theology of Sanctification and Resignation in Charles Wesley's Hymns
Routledge (Verlag)
978-0-8153-4830-6 (ISBN)
In this analysis of Charles’ theology of sanctification, the centrality he accorded to resignation is uncovered to show a positive attribute involving acts of intention, desire and offering to God. The book begins by putting Charles’ position in the context of contemporary theology, and then shows how he differed in attitude from his brother John. It then discusses in depth how his hymns use the concept of resignation, both in relation to Jesus Christ and the believer. It concludes this analysis by identifying the ways in which Charles understood the relationship between resignation and sanctification; namely, that resignation is a lens through which Charles views holiness. The final chapter considers the implications of these conclusions for a twenty-first century theological and spiritual context, and asks whether resignation is still a concept which can be used today.
This book breaks new ground in the understanding of Charles Wesley’s personal theology. As such, it will be of significant interest to scholars of Methodism and the Wesleys as well as those working in theology, spirituality, and the history of religion.
Julie Ann Lunn is Lecturer in Practical and Social Theology at Nazarene Theological College, Manchester, UK. She teaches in the areas of Practical Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Christian Spirituality, with a particular interest in Wesley Studies. She is also an ordained Methodist minister.
Introduction: Contexts for the Study of Resignation Part I Theological, Historical, and Spiritual Contexts 1 Charles Wesley and Sanctification 2 Resignation in Charles Wesley: historical and spiritual context; Excursus: ‘The Resignation’ Part II Analysis of Resignation Texts 3 The Resignation of Jesus 4 The Resignation of the Believer; Excursus: Funeral Hymn on the Death of Mrs. Elizabeth Blackwell, March 27, 1772 Part III Resignation and Sanctification 5 Resignation: an attitude of being and foundational temper for sanctification 6 Resignation and Sanctification 7 A Contemporary Wesleyan Theology and Spirituality of Resignation and Sanctification; Conclusion
Erscheinungsdatum | 19.11.2018 |
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Reihe/Serie | Routledge Methodist Studies Series |
Zusatzinfo | 1 Tables, black and white; 1 Line drawings, black and white; 1 Illustrations, black and white |
Verlagsort | New York |
Sprache | englisch |
Maße | 156 x 234 mm |
Gewicht | 490 g |
Themenwelt | Geschichte ► Teilgebiete der Geschichte ► Religionsgeschichte |
Religion / Theologie ► Christentum ► Kirchengeschichte | |
ISBN-10 | 0-8153-4830-4 / 0815348304 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-8153-4830-6 / 9780815348306 |
Zustand | Neuware |
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