Definitions for methodist
ˈmɛθ ə dɪstmethodist

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Methodistadjective

   a follower of Wesleyanism as practiced by the Methodist Church

2. Methodist, Wesleyanadjective

   of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley

   "Methodist theology"

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Methodistnoun

   A member of the Methodist Church; A Wesleyan

2. Methodistadjective

   Of or pertaining to the branch of Christianity that adheres to the views of Wesley (1703-1791)

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Methodistnoun

   Etymology: from method.

   1. A physician who practises by theory.

   Our wariest physicians, not only chemists but methodists, give it inwardly in several constitutions and distempers. Boyle.

   2. One of a new kind of puritans lately arisen, so called from their profession to live by rules and in constant method.

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1. methodist

   Methodism, also called the Methodist movement, is a group of historically related denominations of Protestant Christianity whose origins, doctrine and practice derive from the life and teachings of John Wesley. George Whitefield and John's brother Charles Wesley were also significant early leaders in the movement. They were named Methodists for "the methodical way in which they carried out their Christian faith". Methodism originated as a revival movement within the 18th century Church of England and became a separate denomination after Wesley's death. The movement spread throughout the British Empire, the United States, and beyond because of vigorous missionary work, today claiming approximately 80 million adherents worldwide.Wesleyan theology, which is upheld by the Methodist churches, focuses on sanctification and the transforming effect of faith on the character of a Christian. Distinguishing doctrines include the new birth, assurance, imparted righteousness, the possibility of entire sanctification, and the works of piety. Scripture is considered as a primary authority, but Methodists also look to Christian tradition, including the historic creeds. Most Methodists teach that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died for all of humanity and that salvation is available for all. This is an Arminian doctrine, as opposed to the Calvinist position that God has pre-ordained the salvation of a select group of people. However, Whitefield and several other early leaders of the movement were considered Calvinistic Methodists and held to the Calvinist position. The movement has a wide variety of forms of worship, ranging from high church to low church in liturgical usage, in addition to tent revivals and camp meetings held at certain times of the year. Denominations that descend from the British Methodist tradition are generally less ritualistic, while American Methodism is more so, the United Methodist Church in particular. Methodism is known for its rich musical tradition, and Charles Wesley was instrumental in writing much of the hymnody of Methodism.In addition to evangelism, Methodism emphasizes charity and support for the sick, the poor, and the afflicted through the works of mercy. These ideals, collectively known as the Social Gospel, are put into practice by the establishment of hospitals, orphanages, soup kitchens, and schools to follow Christ's command to spread the gospel and serve all people. Methodists are historically known for their adherence to the doctrine of nonconformity to the world, reflected by their traditional standards of a commitment to teetotalism, proscription of gambling, regular attendance at class meetings, and weekly observance of the Friday fast.Early Methodists were drawn from all levels of society, including the aristocracy, but the Methodist preachers took the message to labourers and criminals who tended to be left outside organized religion at that time. In Britain, the Methodist Church had a major effect in the early decades of the developing working class (1760–1820). In the United States, it became the religion of many slaves who later formed black churches in the Methodist tradition.

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1. methodist

   A Methodist is a member or follower of Methodism, a denomination of Protestant Christianity that is characterized by its emphasis on bringing faith into daily life, performing good works, and evangelism. The church was founded in the 18th century by John Wesley and his followers, who were originally called "Methodists" because of their methodical approach to religious study and worship.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:3.5 / 2 votes

1. Methodistnoun

   one who observes method

2. Methodistnoun

   one of an ancient school of physicians who rejected observation and founded their practice on reasoning and theory

3. Methodistnoun

   one of a sect of Christians, the outgrowth of a small association called the "Holy Club," formed at Oxford University, A.D. 1729, of which the most conspicuous members were John Wesley and his brother Charles; -- originally so called from the methodical strictness of members of the club in all religious duties

4. Methodistnoun

   a person of strict piety; one who lives in the exact observance of religious duties; -- sometimes so called in contempt or ridicule

5. Methodistadjective

   of or pertaining to the sect of Methodists; as, Methodist hymns; a Methodist elder

6. Etymology: [Cf. F. mthodiste. See Method.]

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of methodist in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of methodist in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of methodist in a Sentence

1. Tim Bagwell:

   I am deeply sad, the Methodist church has always been mainstream, reaching out to people. This sends a different tone ... one of exclusion, not inclusion.

2. Jared Woodfill:

   Employment should not be conditioned upon whether you will agree to serve as a human guinea pig, what is shocking is that many of my clients were on the front line treating COVID-positive patients at Houston Methodist Hospital during the height of the pandemic. As a result, many of them contracted COVID-19. As a thank you for their service and sacrifice, Houston Methodist Hospital awards them a pink slip and sentences them to bankruptcy.

3. Thomas Lane:

   I imagine United Methodist will fall to( other members of) the family to take care of the items.

4. Robert Jeffress:

   Methodist parishioners who believe the Bible is the word of God ought to demand that their denomination cut off any support to Duke, i think John Wesley would be turning over in his grave. This is certainly not the Methodism of John Wesley – a faith that was firmly founded on the Bible.

5. Hillary Clinton:

   It is very important to me. I am a person of faith. I am Christian. I am a Methodist, my study of the Bible, my many conversations with people of faith, has led me to believe that the most important commandment is to love the lord with all your might and to love your neighbor as yourself and that is what I think we are commanded by Christ to do.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=methodist
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Methodist
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=methodist
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methodist
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6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/methodist