Methodism
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- noun
- /ˈmɛθədɪzəm/
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metodismo
- Methodism spread from Kedge's Straits to Tangier Beach, visiting "every home and heart on the islands."
- converted to Methodism
Indeed, it created new forms of Christianity, Methodism, Wesley ISM in the big, big in the big industrial cities.
- Indeed, it created new forms of Christianity, Methodism, Wesley ISM in the big, big in the big industrial cities.
Examples
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Emphasizing inclusion, spontaneous and emotion-laden prayer, and personal testimonials, Methodism stood in sharp contrast to the more structured and formal worship of denominations.
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At this time, Methodism was on the rise on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
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And then finally, John Wesley's Methodism, that by itself is focused on reform, not just for the individual, but also for the the church membership.
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Only on Smith Island were Methodists still "a people apart"; only there did Methodism burn with a clear, hard flame.
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The history of Methodism shows that millions upon millions have been thus gloriously saved.
Blog text (12) -
In his conversion to Methodism, Apess has in turn converted Methodism into what he sees as a Native American religion.
Academic text (1999) -
His family was staunchly religious, and he was named for John Wesley, the founder of Methodism.
Academic text (2007) -
For Apess, Methodism became the very structuring principle of his Nativeness.
Academic text (1999) -
His family was staunchly religious, and he was named for John Wesley, the founder of Methodism.
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African American adolescents practice any number of religions, including Catholicism, Islam, Methodism, or Pentecostalism.
Synonyms
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3.2
A Christian group that follows John Wesley's teaching and cares about personal faith and social justice
Religious beliefs and practices that come from John Wesley's teachings and guide Methodist churches
Religious teachings and practices taught by John Wesley that form the basis of the Methodist church
A group of churches that follow Methodist beliefs and have similar worship and rules
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Methodism comes from method, which means 'a way' or 'a system'. It was first used for a group of people who followed a careful 'method' of study, prayer and good living, so today Methodism names that organized Christian movement and its focus on personal faith and helping others.