A Sketch of the Life and Labors of George Whitefield by J. C. Ryle
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| Author | Ryle, J. C. (John Charles), 1816-1900 |
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| Title | A Sketch of the Life and Labors of George Whitefield |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "A Sketch of the Life and Labors of George Whitefield" by J. C. Ryle is a biography written in the mid-19th century that provides a detailed overview of the life and contributions of the notable evangelist George Whitefield. The book focuses on Whitefield's profound impact on the evangelical movement in the 18th century, shedding light on both his personal character and the socio-religious context of his time. The author aims to elevate Whitefield's reputation, countering the misconceptions about him and presenting his life as a testament to what can be accomplished through dedicated faith and preaching. The biography chronicles Whitefield's humble beginnings, detailing his journey from a troubled youth in Gloucester to his pivotal role as a preacher in both Britain and America. Ryle illustrates Whitefield’s extraordinary preaching skills, his commitment to the gospel, and his efforts in open-air preaching, which reached tens of thousands of people, many of whom had never attended a church. The text emphasizes his theological positions, particularly his views on regeneration and justification by faith, and showcases the widespread impact of his ministry, which profoundly affected the spiritual lives of many. Ryle also addresses the challenges Whitefield faced, including persecution and exclusion from established churches, ultimately framing Whitefield as a man whose life was dedicated to advancing God’s work in a critical era of religious decline. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| LoC Class | E186: History: America: Colonial History (1607-1775) |
| Subject | Whitefield, George, 1714-1770 |
| Subject | United States -- Church history -- To 1775 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34727 |
| Release Date | Dec 22, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 72 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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