John Wesley

June 28, 1703 – March 2, 1791

Theologian & Evangelist

The world is my parish — founder of Methodism

Biography

English cleric, theologian, and evangelist who co-founded the Methodist movement. His open-air preaching brought the gospel to millions across England.

Faith & Testimony

After his famous 'Aldersgate experience' in 1738 where his heart was 'strangely warmed,' Wesley dedicated his life to evangelism. He traveled 250,000 miles on horseback, preached over 40,000 sermons, and sparked a revival that transformed England.

Sources

John Wesley — Wikipedia — Comprehensive biography of the founder of Methodism
Aldersgate experience — Wikipedia — Wesley's famous heart-warming conversion experience
The Journal of John Wesley — Wesley's personal journal documenting his ministry, travels, and the Methodist revival
Wesley's Sermons — Wesley Center Online — Collection of Wesley's sermons, foundational texts of Methodism