The History of Methodism Podcast

The History of Methodism Podcast

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The History of Methodism Podcast covers the history of the Methodist and Wesleyan movements, from its precursors in the European Reformation, up until the present day, from Martin Luther to Adam Hamilton. This long history of Methodism It is hosted by Rev. Wilson Pruitt, an Elder in the Rio Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church and currently pastor of Covenant United Methodist Church in Austin, TX.

Episode List

HoM Episode 61: The Summer of '39

Sep 9th, 2025 3:00 AM

In this episode, we look at the pivotal summer of 1739, after the start of the Bristol Revival. After a week in London, John Wesley returns to Bristol. In both places, he begins to put into practice a unique method of superintendency which he will expand throughout his years of ministry.Please give us a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com.You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism. 

Hom Episode 60: Day-to-Day Revival

Aug 15th, 2025 9:00 PM

In this episode, we look at what the Bristol Revival was like on the ground and what caused John Wesley to return to London.Please give us a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com.You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism. 

HoM Episode 59: Whitefield's Response to Free Grace

Jul 10th, 2025 11:00 PM

In this episode, we look at George Whitefield's response to John Wesley's sermon Free Grace, published more than a year later. It helps us to understand the differences between groups in Bristol and in the ongoing revival. Please give us a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com.You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism. 

HoM Episode 58: Free Grace

Jun 19th, 2025 2:00 PM

In this episode, we focus entirely upon John Wesley's sermon, Free Grace, which he preached at the end of his first month in Bristol. This sermon articulates John's distinction between predestinarian thought and Biblical thought (in his mind) and sets the stage for the dispute between John Wesley and George Whitefield that will split the nascent Methodist movement.Please give us a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com.You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism. 

HoM Episode 57: The Revival in Bristol

May 6th, 2025 5:00 PM

In this episode, we look the first month of John Wesley's participation in the Revival in Bristol, England, in 1739. This period is crucial for Wesley's understanding of revival. It also prepares the way for his split with George Whitefield over Free Grace vs. Predestination. If you are interested in History of Methodism Continuing Education Opportunities, please fill out the brief form at this link. Please give us a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com.You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism. 

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