Charles Wesley (1707-1788) was a leader of the Methodist movement and the younger brother of John Wesley. He founded Wesley Chapel and is also remembered for the thousands of hymns he wrote. Though raised in a fervent Christian home, it wasn’t until many years later that Wesley sincerely gave his life to Jesus. Wesley hit a low point in life after experiencing a failed missionary trip to Georgia, as well as contracting a disease called pleurisy. In the midst of these experiences, he finally found true hope and peace in Jesus. He became passionate to share the love of Christ and began penning his many hymns. The short video below tells his story.

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