Deze invloedrijke 18e-eeuwse prediker was cruciaal in de verspreiding van religieuze oplevingen in Groot-Brittannië en de Britse Noord-Amerikaanse koloniën. Hij was medeoprichter van het methodisme en een sleutelfiguur in de bredere evangelische beweging. Erkend als wellicht de beroemdste prediker van zijn tijd, zorgden zijn uitgebreide reizen en media-aandacht voor uitzonderlijke bekendheid in heel koloniaal Amerika. Zijn bediening vormde diepgaand het religieuze en sociale landschap aan beide zijden van de Atlantische Oceaan.
Focusing on the importance of early piety, this sermon explores the biblical verse from Ecclesiastes 12:1, emphasizing the significance of remembering one's Creator in youth. The author articulates the duties and benefits of cultivating a devout life from a young age, urging listeners to embrace spiritual practices early on. The message highlights how early devotion can shape character and influence one's life path, encouraging a proactive approach to faith and moral development.
Whitefield's sermons helped launch the Great Awakening in the American colonies, from New Hampshire to Georgia. This premier collection of sermons bears witness to Whitefield's zeal for the Gospel and his God-given gift of preaching.
The book presents a critical letter directed at Nicholas Lewis, Count Zinzendorff, addressing issues related to the Unitas Fratrum, a Christian denomination. It explores theological and organizational concerns, emphasizing the importance of unity and doctrinal integrity within the community. Through this correspondence, the author seeks to engage in a dialogue about the direction and leadership of the group, reflecting broader themes of faith, governance, and the challenges faced by religious movements.
John Bunyan was one of the most important religious figures of the seventeenth century, and this collection of his most important works offers a comprehensive overview of his thought and writings. Featuring a foreword by George Whitefield, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Christianity.
This book is a collection of hymns selected by George Whitefield, one of the most influential preachers of the Great Awakening, for use in social worship. The hymns included in this volume cover a wide range of themes, from repentance and redemption to thanksgiving and praise. They are designed to be accessible and meaningful to a broad range of readers, from the devoutly religious to the spiritually curious. This book is a powerful tribute to the spiritual and cultural significance of hymns in the Christian tradition.
This sermon by the prominent 18th century evangelist George Whitefield explores the idea of the indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the lives of Christians. It was preached in the context of the Great Awakening, a period of religious revival in Britain and the American colonies. This book provides a valuable window into the spiritual beliefs and practices of the time.