Manual of Methodism, Or, the Doctrines, General Rules, and Usages of the Methodist Episcopal Church, with Scripture Proofs and Explanations - Softcover
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This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1869. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... CHAPTER II. NATURE, DESIGN, AND GENERAL RULES OF THE METHODIST SOCIETIES. Sec. I.--Origin Of The Methodist Society. In the latter end of the year 1739 eight or ten persons came to Mr. Wesley in London, who appeared to be deeply convinced of sin, and earnestly groaning for redemption. They desired (as did two or three more the next day) that lie would spend some time with them in prayer, and advise them how to flee from the wrath to come, which they saw continually hanging over their heads. That he might have more time for this great work, he appointed a day when they might all come together; which from thenceforward they did every week, namely, on Thursday, in the evening. To these, and as many more as desired to join them, (for their number increased daily,) he gave those advices from time to time which he judged most needful for them; and they always concluded their meeting with prayer suited to their several necessities. This was the rise of the United Society, first in Europe, and then in America. Such a society is no other than "a company of men having the form and seeking the power of godliness, united in order to pray together, to receive the word of exhortation, and to watch over one another in love, that they may help each other to work out their salvation." Sec. II.--A Church Oe Society Divided Into Classes. That it may the more easily be discerned whether such "a company" are indeed working, out their own salvation, each society is divided into smaller companies called classes, according to their respective places of abode. There are about twelve persons in a class, one of whom is styled the leader* It is his duty, * It is often expedient that a class embrace many more than this number. The leader is a sub-pastor appointed by the min1. To see each per...
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