Herein is a most discriminating study of the basic differences between historic Calvinism and Arminianism and the developments in both theological traditions that have created the mounting barriers to the understanding of each other’s position. Dr. Wynkoop deals authoritatively with the critical issues, and incisively cuts through the prevalent fuzzy theological concepts, but all with delicacy and understanding. The monumental contribution of John Wesley in defining the doctrine of sanctification is a key emphasis in the book, along with the central issue of Christian assurance....

Le but poursuivi dans cette tude est de clarifier et de mettre en relief la doctrine de la saintet. Il ne s'agit pas d'une approche dogmatique, mais plutot d'une tude historique.

Este libro es una invitacion... ...Es una invitacion a entrar en un vasto mundo de inspiracion y de enriquecimiento espiritual y, de hecho, a la esfera de la vida llena del Espiritu. La esencia de esa esfera de vida es el amor. Mildred Bangs Wynkoop (1905-1997) fue ministra ordenada de la Iglesia del Nazareno. Sirvio como educadora, misionera y teologa. Fue la autora de varios e infl uyentes libros, incluyendo el presente tomo, Una Teologia del Amor: La Dinamica del Wesleyanismo. Fue objeto de numerosos honores docentes y academicos, y es considerada por la mayoria como la erudita de santidad...

In this seminal work on holiness Mildred Wynkoop brought to the forefront the understanding that holiness is relational. Here she explains that loving God and loving neighbor find articulate expression in the holy life--a life oriented in dynamic and loving relationship toward God that in turn reaches out and embraces others. A Theology of Love reinvigorated for new generations the meaning of John Wesley's concept of perfect love.Since its publication, A Theology of Love has influenced countless scholars, pastors, teachers, and students. Now in this new edition of the monumental work is...