Theological Themes
Browse passages by Wesleyan theological theme.
The kingdom of God present and coming; God's rule over all creation and in human hearts
Unity in essentials while allowing diversity in opinions and modes of worship
Christ died for all people, not just the elect
The person and work of Jesus Christ; incarnation, atonement, resurrection
The triune nature of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
Human agency in responding to or rejecting God's grace; rejection of unconditional predestination
The person and work of the Holy Spirit; gifts, fruits, and indwelling of the Spirit
Pardon of sins and acceptance by God through faith; the moment of conversion
Instituted and prudential means through which grace is conveyed
No holiness but social holiness; faith lived in community and expressed in society
God's grace that precedes and enables the first stirrings toward faith; universal grace given to all humanity
The inner witness of the Spirit confirming one's salvation
Personal devotional practices that nurture the soul
Scripture as the primary authority for faith and practice
Turning from sin toward God; conviction of sin and amendment of life
The felt experience of God's grace; heart religion vs. mere formalism
Acts of compassion and justice toward those in need
The ongoing work of grace that transforms believers toward holiness
The Lord's Supper as a means of grace; eucharistic theology and practice
Return to the faith and practice of the early church; apostolic Christianity
Being made perfect in love in this life; entire sanctification