The Theology of John Wesley: Holy Love and the Shape of Grace

A rich articulation of John Wesley's theology that is appreciative of the old and mindful of the new, faithful to the past, and attentive to the present.This work carefully displays John Wesley's 18th century theology in its own distinct historical and social location, but then transitions to the 21st century through the introduction of contemporary issues.So conceived, the book is both historical and constructive demonstrating that the theology of Wesley represents a vibrant tradition.

Cognizant of Wesley's own preferred vocabulary, Collins introduces Wesley's theological method beginning with a discussion of the doctrine of God.