Sayings and Portraits of John Wesley

'Sayings and Portraits of John Wesley' offers an intimate and comprehensive look into the life and mind of the founder of Methodism. Compiled by the noted Methodist historian John Telford, this collection serves as both a spiritual resource and a historical gallery. It brings together a wide array of Wesley’s most profound and characteristic sayings, capturing the essence of his theology, his zeal for social reform, and his unwavering commitment to Christian living. Beyond the written word, the volume features a curated selection of portraits that document Wesley’s appearance throughout his long and influential career. These visual elements provide a unique perspective on his persona, complementing the wisdom found in his letters, journals, and sermons. This work is an essential resource for those interested in the history of the Methodist Church, the development of evangelicalism in the eighteenth century, and the personal legacy of one of Christianity’s most tireless leaders. By combining Wesley’s own voice with his physical likeness, 'Sayings and Portraits of John Wesley' provides a vivid portrait of a man whose influence continues to resonate across the global religious landscape.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.