Humility in the Writings of Charles Wesley and the Early Church Fathers/Mothers

Humility is a central focus of the early church fathers/mothers. Similarly, it is at the heart of Charles Wesley's thought expressed in his poetry, sermons, and journal. For Wesley, humility plays an active role in the process of salvation. "It can but lead to faith," he says. For the fathers/mothers of the early church, salvation void of humility is unthinkable. For Wesley the words "humble" and "humility" pervade almost every aspect of Christian character, personality, and experience. A carefu