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The Methodist Confession explores the doctrinal standards of the Methodist tradition — including the Articles of Religion, John Wesley's Standard Sermons, and the Explanatory Notes — that define Methodist theological identity.
The Methodist Confession
The Doctrinal Standards of Methodism
About The Methodist Confession
Everything you need to understand this historic confession — its origins, its theology, and its enduring place in the life of the Church.
Ancient Roots
The Methodist Confession is one of the Church's most enduring statements of faith, shaped by real theological controversy and refined by centuries of use.
Theological Clarity
The Methodist Confession answers the most essential questions of the Christian faith — who God is, who Christ is, and what the Church believes together. Explore it article by article.
One Faith, Shared Heritage
With 33,000 denominations and one Church, the historic creeds are our common ground. This site exists to make that shared heritage clearly explained and freely available to every believer, student, and seeker.
Why This Site Exists
The Methodist Confession explores the doctrinal standards of the Methodist tradition — including the Articles of Religion, John Wesley's Standard Sermons, and the Explanatory Notes — that define Methodist theological identity.
The Heavenly Network, in partnership with The Christian Chain, has developed this network of Church Creed and Confession sites in order to make the historic faith of the Church clearly explained, faithfully presented, and freely accessible to every believer, student, and seeker who wants to understand what the whole Church has always believed together.
This site is a scholarly, non-denominational reference site dedicated to the study of The Methodist Confession. Our mission is to make The Confession accessible, academically rigorous, and contextually explained for Christians, theology students, church leaders, and researchers worldwide.
Editorial Standards
- All historical sources and translations are cited and attributed.
- Content is written in an academic, accessible tone for both lay and scholarly readers.
- We are committed to interfaith respect and avoid denominational bias or doctrinal debate.
- Affiliate recommendations are transparently disclosed.
Ephesians 4:4–6"There is one body and one Spirit — just as you were called to the one hope that belongs to your call — one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all."
Methodist Tradition
Latest Articles
Explore our most recent writing on this creed — its history, theology, and ongoing significance for the church today.
The General Rules: John Wesley's Framework for Holiness
John Wesley's three General Rules gave the Methodist societies a practical framework for holy living. Explore how these simple rules shaped one of history's most dynamic revival movements.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
June 22, 2026
Social Holiness: Why Methodism Emphasizes Community
Wesley famously wrote that 'there is no holiness but social holiness.' Far from being a slogan for political activism, this phrase captures Wesley's conviction that Christian sanctification cannot happen in isolation.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
June 13, 2026
Methodist Articles of Religion: Our Doctrinal Standards
John Wesley adapted the Anglican Thirty-Nine Articles into 25 Articles of Religion for American Methodism in 1784. These articles, along with Wesley's Standard Sermons, form the doctrinal foundation of United Methodism.
By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.
Ordained Minister, M.Div.
Date
June 6, 2026