Lesallan | November 19, 2025 History of Christian Missions The early missionary movements led by William Carey and the Moravians shaped modern mission practice in distinct ways. Carey emphasized individual theological conviction, scholarly preparation, and practical institution-building: he advocated for translation, education, and social reform as central to mission work, Read more
Lay Preachers and Church – Development of the Methodist Movement Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24) Dr. Steven Gerig February 4, 2024 Lay Preachers and Church – Development of the Methodist Movement The assigned text (Collins, 1999) discusses a chapter from the book A Real Read more
The Scope of Entire Sanctification – Reflections on Wesley Written by Lesallan – February 4, 2024 Ohio Christian University THE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24) Dr. Steven Gerig The Scope of Entire Sanctification – Reflections on Wesley One of the most influential figures in the Methodist movement was John Wesley, Read more
Written by Lesallan – January 30, 2024 John Wesley and His Role in the American Revolution John Wesley, a prominent figure in the Methodist movement during the 18th century, faced a dilemma when the American Revolution erupted in 1775. Despite his opposition to the colonists’ rebellion against the British crown, Read more
Written by Lesallan – January 28, 2024 Methodism’s Social Consciousness Written by Lesallan – January 28, 2024 Ohio Christian University THE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24) Dr. Steven Gerig January 28, 2024 Methodism’s Social Consciousness Christianity is one of the most widely practiced religions in the world, and Christian theology Read more
The Definition of Sin – John WesleyWritten by LesallanOhio Christian UniversityTHE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24)Dr. Steven GerigJanuary 27, 2024 The Definition of Sin – John Wesley The concept of sin, its definition, and its implications have been subjects of theological debate for centuries. One influential figure in this Read more
Written by Lesallan – January 24, 2024 Methodism Distinguished Ohio Christian University THE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24) Dr. Steven Gerig In the upcoming dialogue, I will share my thoughts on Collins’ (1999) chapter five regarding the rise of Methodism as a unique faction within Christianity. Specifically, I will delve Read more
Holiness Without Social Holiness Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24) Dr. Steven Gerig January 23, 2024 Holiness Without Social Holiness In this essay and devotional, I will explore the concept of social holiness as articulated by John Wesley, the founder of the Methodist movement. Read more
Written by Lesallan Ohio Christian University THE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24) Dr. Steven Gerig January 21, 2024 John Wesley on Free Grace – The Sermon In theological discourse, few topics are as contentious as the doctrine of predestination. This paper delves into John Wesley’s sermon on “Free Grace” (Wesley, Read more
Written by Lesallan – January 20, 2024 John Wesley’s Experience in Georgia Written by Lesallan Ohio Christian University THE3360 Theology of John Wesley (ONLSP24) Dr. Steven Gerig January 20, 2024 John Wesley’s Experience in Georgia This essay discusses John Wesley’s travels to Georgia in the 18th century as part of Read more