Francis Asbury quotes

Francis Asbury was a trailblazing American Methodist preacher and missionary. Born in England in 1745, Asbury devoted his life to spreading the gospel throughout the newly-formed United States. He played a crucial role in establishing the Methodist Church in America and was instrumental in its rapid growth during the Great Awakening. Asbury traveled thousands of miles on horseback, preaching to settlers and Native Americans in remote areas. His tireless efforts helped shape the religious landscape of early America. Learn more about the life and legacy of Francis Asbury, a pioneer of American Methodism.

My soul is more at rest from the tempter when I am busily employed.

- Francis Asbury

We should so work as if we were to be saved by our works; and so rely on Jesus Christ, as if we did no works.

- Francis Asbury