Mildred Bangs Wynkoop

Herein is a most discriminating study of the basic differences between historic Calvinism and Arminianism and the developments in both theological traditions that have created the mounting barriers to the understanding of each other's position. Dr. Wynkoop deals authoritatively with the critical issues, and incisively cuts through the prevalent fuzzy theological concepts, but all with delicacy and understanding. The monumental contribution of John Wesley in defining the doctrine of sanctification is a key emphasis in the book, along with the central issue of Christian assurance.

In a response to a culture of revolution, Wynkoop examines John Wesley and the ways in which he and his theology were revolutionary in their time. This book embraces Wesley's experiential theology rather than intricate and formal doctrinal theology. Wynkoop has transformed several of her lectures into these chapters which attempt to capture the Wesleyan theology of Perspective, Perfection, and Performance in a way that is accesible to a diverse group of students and readers.