Perfecting Perfection

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"This is an outstanding collection of essays that is indispensable reading for all students of Methodism and the Wesleyan tradition. Many of the essays break new ground for future research; all of them are a pleasure to ponder."
William J. Abraham, Outler Professor of Wesley Studies, Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University

"It is so fitting that the leading British Methodist historian, Henry Rack, is being honoured in this eminently readable volume that includes contributions from such key American voices as Heitzenrater, Campbell, Wigger, and Watson. Broad in scope, and yet remarkably balanced in its overall composition, this collection of essays makes a splendid and engaging contribution to the field."
Kenneth J. Collins, Professor of Historical Theology and Wesley Studies, Asbury Theological Seminary

"Although this book's style is academic, there is, nevertheless, much Gospel warmth within these pages, especially in the references to hearts on fire and deeply rooted in the life of God. Leaving aside the doctrinal controversies that surrounded Wesley, of his abiding love for the Lord and the lost there can be no doubt - including his recognition that a yearning for holiness should be at the heart of every believer. I was glad to have had the opportunity to review this book."
-Peter Murcott, British Church Newspaper, 16th September 2016

"Unlike some Festschriften this is a valuable (and reasonably priced) collection which is considerably more than the sum of its parts, and a suitable tribute to an outstanding scholar."
-G.M. Ditchfield, The English Historical Review, Volume 133, Issue 560, 20 March 2018

'Perfecting Perfection is a fitting tribute to the author of such a considerable and influential output.'
- Robert Schofield, Journal of Ecclesiastical History, Volume 68, Issue 4, October 2017