Scripture Way of Salvation: The Heart of John Wesley's Theology
Taking its title from one of John Wesley's most important sermons, The Scripture Way of Salvation explores the soteriological content of Wesley's entire literary corpus (sermons, letters, theological treatises, journals, and the notes on the Old and New Testaments). Fundamentally a doctrinal study, it is historically sensitive to the subtle shifts and nuances of Wesley's continuing reflections about the processes of salvation and the nature of Christian life. Collins provides a clear...
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Taking its title from one of John Wesley's most important sermons, The Scripture Way of Salvation explores the soteriological content of Wesley's entire literary corpus (sermons, letters, theological treatises, journals, and the notes on the Old and New Testaments). Fundamentally a doctrinal study, it is historically sensitive to the subtle shifts and nuances of Wesley's continuing reflections about the processes of salvation and the nature of Christian life. Collins provides a clear discussion of Wesley's emerging views about the development and maturation of Christian life, and in so doing highlights the essential structure that undergirds and provides the framework for Wesley's way of thinking about the processes of salvation.
Introduction13Ch. 1Grace, Creation, and the Fall of Humanity19Ch. 2Convincing Grace and Initial Repentance47Ch. 3Justification by Grace Through Faith69Ch. 4Regeneration by Grace Through Faith101Ch. 5The Doctrine of Christian Assurance131Ch. 6Sanctification by Grace Through Faith153Ch. 7Final Justification191Conclusion: An Ecumenical Soteriology?205Abbreviations208Notes209Index250
