John Wesley was an 18th-century Anglican priest and founder of Methodism. He also cared about people’s bodies. Through his sermons and writings, he often advocated a holistic approach towards spiritual and physical health, emphasizing vigorous exercise, fresh air, and healthy diet. Wesley also had a particular care for the disadvantaged in society and wanted to make sure that all had access and understanding to the medical advice of the day.
In a letter written in 1778 to Alexander Knox, a theological writer, Wesley wrote….
“It will be a double blessing if you give yourself up to the Great Physician, that He may heal soul and body together. And unquestionably this is His design. He wants to give you . . . both inward and outward health.” John WesleyIn another text, John Wesley writes that
“Salvation is “not just going to heaven, but a present deliverance from sin, a restoration of the soul to its primitive health.” John Wesley
I feel I finally found a site that is open to Health and Holistic Healing. Praise God. I have been listening to a Pastor give Sermons from quite a while back who spoke so Highly of John Wesley and now I’ve found this Site! Praise God.
Thank you for this helpful information and May God Bless You All.
While preparing a power point presentation for my congregation I realized I needed some quotes from John Wesley and his commitment to health and holistic healing. I am the Director of the Fulford Wellness Center at Fulford United Methodist Church in North Miami Beach, FL.
Since our Wellness Center is at our church facility I was wondering if anyone knows of other centers connected with a church?
Please let me know of any such center. Thank you and may God bless you.
WOW could there really be a denomination that cares about holistic wellness