Reading Scripture as Wesleyans

by Joel B. Green

John Wesley boasted that he was a “man of one book,” but he was also a thoughtful student throughout his life and an author of many books. As breath gives life, John Wesley inhaled and exhaled the words of Scripture, shaping his thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and behavior. And like our eighteenth-century ancestor, the Bible is central to us for continued faith formation. 

In this invitation to Scripture, the general editor of the Wesley Study Bible and biblical scholar, Dr. Joel Green, summarizes Wesley’s understanding of key themes and topics of key books of the New Testament. Using brief excerpts from Wesley’s writings (in updated language), Dr. Green explains the importance of Wesley’s thinking as it directly applies to everyday life and faithful practice.  Each chapter ends with questions suitable for private devotion or group settings, to help you apply your study to daily living.
This book will be your trusted companion to the Wesley Study Bible as you love God with a warmed heart and serve God with active hands.

Genres: Theology, Religion

186 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2010

About the author

Joel B. Green (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is professor of New Testament interpretation and associate dean of the Center for Advanced Theological Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California. Prior to moving to Fuller, he taught at Asbury Theological Seminary for ten years. He is editor-in-chief of the Journal of Theological Interpretation and has authored or edited numerous books, including the Dictionary of Scripture and Ethics.

Reviews

[Pam Reed · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent introduction to John Wesley's opinions about the New Testament writings, and his use of scripture in his sermons.

[Richard Fitzgerald · Rating 5 out of 5]

This incredible book brings Wesley's teachings into the structure of the New Testament books. The result is a stunning coherence and clarity of theological thought that challenges the way modern persons read Scripture. Green manages to bring Wesley into conversation with Scripture in such a way that it becomes increasingly apparent with each page turn that John Wesley's biblical hermeneutic is vitally relevant to our contemporary context. The writing is profound, but accessible, and the discussion questions make this book an exceptional choice for a small group study. I highly recommend that every person read this book.