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248 The Wesleyan Church | Abolition, Women in Ministry & Scriptural Holiness with Dr. Bob Black
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From abolitionist roots to women behind the pulpit, the Wesleyan Church stands as a significant case study in how theological conviction shapes a church. In this episode, Pastor Jeff sits down with Dr. Bob Black to unpack the history and theology of the Wesleyan denomination. They explore its stand against slavery, the legacy of John and Charles Wesley, and what sets Wesleyan churches apart today.
🎉 Make sure to listen to Part 2 of our interview with Dr. Bob Black on the Wesleyan Church next week!
Here’s What We Discussed:
02:00 How the Wesleyan Church Began
Born in 1843 from a group of abolitionist Methodists, the Wesleyan Church formed as a response to the Methodist church’s silence on slavery.
04:24 Wesleyans and Women’s Ordination
Wesleyans were the first to ordain women in America, driven by a conviction rooted in Scripture, not modern feminism.
06:23 The Pilgrim Holiness Merger
The modern Wesleyan Church was formed in 1968, when the Wesleyan Methodists merged with the Pilgrim Holiness Church.
12:18 John Wesley & the Rise of Evangelicalism
John and Charles Wesley’s 1738 conversions sparked the Wesleyan Revival in England, shaping evangelicalism worldwide and influencing generations with their emphasis on holiness and Scripture.
16:29 – Other Notable Wesleyan Figures
From abolitionist leaders like Luther Lee to heroes like Sergeant Alvin York and innovators like the founder of Welch’s Grape Juice, the Wesleyan movement has impacted faith, culture, and history in unexpected ways.
Key Quote:
"The Wesleyan Church began as an anti-slavery movement—these were people who were willing to be arrested, mocked, even attacked, for what they believed Christ was calling them to do." – Dr. Robert Black
To learn more, visit: https://www.swu.edu/office-directory/member/903493/
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