Jonathan Edwards

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Jonathan, Edwards: The Great Awakener (Heroes of the Faith)

Description of Jonathan Edwards:

Those who remember Jonathan Edwards (1703--1758) only for his sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" overlook his many and varied contributions to American church history. A man of powerful intellect, Edwards is credited with instigating America's first Great Awakening. Beginning in 1734, six sudden conversions in his parish turned into a flood of thirty per week, ultimately drawing people from up to a hundred miles away. In addition to preaching, Edwards also wrote several books, including Treatise on Religious Affections, served as a missionary to Native American tribes, and was briefly president of the College of New Jersey (later Princeton). He died at age fifty-four after receiving a smallpox inoculation.

Information on Jonathan Edwards from the publisher:

Known mostly for his sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" Jonathan Edwards was a man of towering intellect, responsible in large part for America's first "Great Awakening."

About Helen K. Hosier:

Helen Hosier is a speaker, seminar leader, and author who lives in Winters, California. This is her second "Heroes of the Faith" title.

Description of Helen K. Hosier, author of Jonathan Edwards:

Known mostly for his sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" Jonathan Edwards was a man of towering intellect, responsible in large part for America's first "Great Awakening." Read about his passionate love for God and his never-ending quest for the best way to serve Him. For ages 12 and up.