The Whitefield, George 1714-1770 creator author. Backhouse, Robert editor. text enk 1993 1993 monographic eng

print

256 pages ; 21 cm. "Whitefield revolutionised eighteenth century Christianity by preaching the gospel accessibly and passionately to thousands of ordinary listeners at enormous open air gatherings. The power of Whitefield's words brought many to belief, and his reputation as a preacher travelled before him, causing a sensation throughout England and in America. He wrote his journals specifically for publication, both to bring glory to God and to help raise money for the orphanage he founded in Georgia" --page 4 of cover. Editor's introduction -- Whitefield's preface -- A short account -- A further account -- First journal -- Second journal -- Third journal -- fourth journal -- Fifith journal -- Sixth journal -- Seventh journal. edited by Robert Backhouse. "First published in 1738-1756" --Title page verso. Whitefield, George 1714-1770 Travel Whitefield, George 1714-1770 Sermons Great Awakening Early works to 1800 Evangelists Great Britain Presbyterian Church Clergy Christianity Early works to 1800 Evangelical Revival Great Britain 18th century Evangelical Revival United States 18th century Evangelistic work Philosophy Evangelistic work United States 18th century Evangelistic work Great Britain 18th century 269.2092 W591J 269.2092 W591J 269.2092 W591J 0340577770 9780340577776 NNCC 050503 20220927164324.0 60102679 eng