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<p>One of the neglected themes in the lyrical theology of Charles Wesley is the kingdom of God, what he describes as the peaceable reign of Christ. Inspired by the biblical witness, Wesley's vision revolves around the concepts of reconciliation; the reign in the heart; and righteousness, joy, peace, justice, and compassion as the constitutive elements of an already-but-not-yet reality.</p>
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One of the neglected themes in the lyrical theology of Charles Wesley is the kingdom of God, what he describes as the peaceable reign of Christ. Inspired by the biblical witness, Wesley's vision revolves around the concepts of reconciliation; the reign in the heart; and righteousness, joy, peace, justice, and compassion as the constitutive elements of an already-but-not-yet reality.

Charles Wesley and the “Peaceable Reign” of Christ

Holiness

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One of the neglected themes in the lyrical theology of Charles Wesley is the kingdom of God, what he describes as the peaceable reign of Christ. Inspired by...

Charles Wesley and the “Peaceable Reign” of Christ

Published Online: Apr 30, 2024

Page range: 39 - 52

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/holiness-2024-0007

Keywords
Charles Wesley, lyrical theology, kingdom of God, beloved community, peaceable reign

© 2024 Paul W. Chilcote, published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Charles Wesley and the “Peaceable Reign” of Christ

Published Online: Apr 30, 2024

Page range: 39 - 52

DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/holiness-2024-0007

KeywordsCharles Wesley, lyrical theology, kingdom of God, beloved community, peaceable reign

© 2024 Paul W. Chilcote, published by Sciendo

This work is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.

Keywords
Charles Wesley, lyrical theology, kingdom of God, beloved community, peaceable reign