Podcast appearances and mentions of George Whitefield

The Methodist Church has split and one side is growing fast. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany Cocker unpack the theological roots of Methodism, why nearly 5,000 churches have joined the Global Methodist movement (a fairly new denomination), and what makes this tradition so distinct in today's world. They explore the historical foundations of Methodism, the influence of John and Charles Wesley and George Whitefield, and how the movement developed across England and the American colonies.Here's What We Discussed:00:33 – The Roots of MethodismHow the term “Methodist” began as a slur, and how the Wesley brothers and George Whitefield formed a movement focused on prayer, discipline, and Scriptural devotion.03:04 – John Wesley in AmericaJohn Wesley's short-lived ministry in colonial Georgia and how his personal struggles helped shape the future of Methodism.05:58 – Charles Wesley's HymnsCharles Wesley's theological influence through music, and why his hymns remain central to Methodist worship today.10:06 – George Whitefield's Evangelistic ReachA look at Whitefield's powerful preaching ministry, which reached an estimated 80% of colonial America, and his foundational role in the Methodist revival.13:05 – United vs. Global Methodist: The Modern SplitKey reasons behind the recent division, including differing views on biblical authority and Scriptural application.17:11 – A Typical Methodist Worship ServiceWhat to expect on a Sunday in a Methodist church: a blend of liturgy, creeds, music (both hymns and contemporary), and Scripture-based preaching.20:10 – Church Leadership & Governance An overview of the Methodist church's conference-based structure, role of bishops, and lay participation in decision-making.22:05 – Wesleyan Theology & Sanctification What “Christian perfection” really means in Methodist theology, and why the emphasis on sanctification and personal salvation sets this tradition apart.Key Quote:“One of the things that sets Wesleyan theology apart is John Wesley's view on what came to be known as Christian perfection, or entire sanctification. Wesley didn't teach that Christians become sinless in this life, but that we can, through God's grace, grow into full maturity in Christ. That means being wholly devoted to God and to loving others. The deeper you go into the sanctification process, the less you're going to sin.” – Pastor Jeff CranstonWe love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, eamail me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.orgVisit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter. Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church. Check-in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranstonRemember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

Who was George Whitefield? What is George Whitefield most known for? What impact did George Whitefield have on early American Christianity?

Francis Franklin, father of Eliza, was born on December 9, 1772 in Mursley, Buckinghamshire. He was the youngest of seven children; his parents being William and Mary Franklin. Just before he turned 15 he moved to Oxford to apprentice as a cabinet and chair maker to his cousin, John Payne. He regularly attended the parish church, as he had been raised, but found the Baptist ministry of James Hinton to be more useful. He also took up the habit of reading, especially George Whitefield's sermons. For more information, visit CBTSeminary.org

Francis Franklin, father of Eliza, was born on December 9, 1772 in Mursley, Buckinghamshire. He was the youngest of seven children; his parents being William and Mary Franklin. Just before he turned 15 he moved to Oxford to apprentice as a cabinet and chair maker to his cousin, John Payne. He regularly attended the parish church, as he had been raised, but found the Baptist ministry of James Hinton to be more useful. He also took up the habit of reading, especially George Whitefield's sermons. For more information, visit CBTSeminary.org

What happens when religious institutions claim exclusive rights to salvation? The spiritual and historical consequences are far more dangerous than many realize.The American Soul Podcast tackles the troubling phenomenon of denominational gatekeeping, examining a recent statement by a Cardinal claiming, "Only the Catholic Church possesses the fullness of the means of salvation." This bold assertion contradicts the very foundation of Christian belief—that Jesus Christ alone is the path to salvation, with no denomination or institution standing as intermediary.Scripture never mentions specific denominations as pathways to God. Rather, it consistently points to Jesus as the singular hope for humanity. When we read in Matthew 9 how Jesus ate with tax collectors and sinners, declaring "I did not come to call the righteous but sinners," we see his rejection of religious gatekeeping in favor of direct spiritual relationship.The historical consequences of institutional religious power serve as sobering warnings. Drawing from the Book of Martyrs, we examine how religious persecution flourished whenever an institution claimed infallibility and exclusive spiritual authority. This pattern repeats throughout history, whether in religious contexts or political ideologies that demand absolute loyalty.As Americans, we should remember both our spiritual and national foundations. The Great Awakening preacher George Whitefield's words still ring true today: "The door of mercy is not yet shut. There does remain yet a sacrifice for sin, for all that will accept of the Lord Jesus Christ."What's keeping you from turning to Jesus Christ directly? As this episode concludes: there's nothing standing between you and Christ except yourself. No denomination, no human institution can claim to be the exclusive path to salvation when Scripture clearly teaches otherwise.Support the showThe American Soul Podcasthttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1791934/subscribe

In this episode, we look the first month of John Wesley's participation in the Revival in Bristol, England, in 1739. This period is crucial for Wesley's understanding of revival. It also prepares the way for his split with George Whitefield over Free Grace vs. Predestination. If you are interested in History of Methodism Continuing Education Opportunities, please fill out the brief form at this link. Please give us a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com.You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism. 

Pastor Mike Abendroth dives into the often-overlooked art of listening to a sermon, using insights from the great 18th-century preacher George Whitefield. Drawing from Whitefield’s six key principles, Mike discusses how believers should approach sermons—not merely as passive listeners, but as active worshipers seeking transformation. He emphasizes the importance of coming with a teachable heart, diligently paying attention, avoiding undue criticism of the preacher, and making personal applications of the message. Mike also unpacks the need for prayer before, during, and after a sermon, recognizing that true spiritual change depends on God’s power. Filled with humor, historical anecdotes, and biblical wisdom, this episode is a practical guide for those who want to maximize their engagement with God’s Word every Sunday.   Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P6zhFN2Dvqs Produced/Edited By: Marrio Escobar (Owner of D2L Productions) 

Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/editorialtpv El día de hoy hablaremos sobre el avivamiento calvinista y el arminiano en el siglo 18, de acuerdo al capítulo 2 "The Enlightenment" del libro 2,000 Years of Christ's Power Vol. 5: The Age of Enlightenment and Awakening, por Nick Needham. Ver aquí: https://www.christianfocus.com/products/3092/2000-years-of-christs-power . Páginas: 127-183. El programa de hoy se enfoca en las figuras y acontecimientos significativos del renacimiento evangélico del siglo XVIII en Inglaterra. Contrasta las alas calvinista y arminiana del movimiento, centrándose en personajes clave como George Whitefield y John Wesley. El pasaje perfila figuras prominentes de ambos bandos, destacando sus posturas teológicas, métodos evangelizadores y contribuciones duraderas a la himnodia y el pensamiento religioso. Se presta gran atención a las estructuras organizativas desarrolladas por Wesley y a las diferencias resultantes en el impacto a largo plazo de cada movimiento. Por último, la podcast explica el desarrollo de distintas denominaciones calvinistas y arminianas a partir de la unidad inicial del Renacimiento.  Siguenos: - Web: https://teologiaparavivir.com/ - Blog: https://semperreformandaperu.org/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teologiaparavivir/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teologiaparavivir/ - Youtube: https://www.instagram.com/teologiaparavivir/

Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/editorialtpv El día de hoy hablaremos sobre el inicio de los avivamientos del siglo 18, de acuerdo al capítulo 2 "The Enlightenment" del libro 2,000 Years of Christ's Power Vol. 5: The Age of Enlightenment and Awakening, por Nick Needham. Ver aquí: https://www.christianfocus.com/products/3092/2000-years-of-christs-power . Páginas: 85-126. El programa de hoy examina el renacimiento evangélico del siglo 18 en Inglaterra y Gales, explorando su relación con movimientos protestantes anteriores. Analiza los matices teológicos que separan el arminianismo evangélico de los Wesley del protestantismo reformado, destacando la contribución distintiva de los Wesley de hacer más accesible el arminianismo. El programa también detalla el clima religioso que precedió al Renacimiento, caracterizado por el declive de la fe tanto en la Iglesia Anglicana como en las iglesias disidentes, influidas por el deísmo y el latitudinarismo. Por último, traza los orígenes del Renacimiento en el Holy Club de Oxford, centrándose en el papel de George Whitefield y John Wesley, sus estilos de predicación y el posterior cisma provocado por la controversia calvinista-arminiana.  Siguenos: - Web: https://teologiaparavivir.com/ - Blog: https://semperreformandaperu.org/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teologiaparavivir/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teologiaparavivir/ - Youtube: https://www.instagram.com/teologiaparavivir/

In this episode, we look at the early life of George Whitefield in order to prepare for the revivals that will take place in 1739.Please give us a rating and review wherever you get your podcasts.You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com.You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism. 

Volume 2 of the Collected Works, George Whitefieldpublished 1771

George Whitefield & the Grace of Humility

Exodus 33:1-23 — What should the church do when it is compromised and apathetic? Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones argues effectively that the answer is revival. In this sermon on the backslidden church from Exodus 33:1–23 titled “Revival of a Backslidden Church,” Dr. Lloyd-Jones gives four essential steps to revival: 1) the church must identify with the state of the people; 2) it must separate to meet with God; 3) it must be urgent in prayer; and 4) it must want more of God. First, Moses saw the state of the people and reacted by standing in the gap and preached truth to the people, even if people did not react favorably. Today's church must do the same. Second, he moved the camp out from the people, and those who are spiritually alive, says Dr. Lloyd-Jones, must do the same. He notes the examples in church history such as the Wesley brothers, George Whitefield's “Holy Club,” and others. Next, Dr. Lloyd-Jones argues, “Orthodoxy alone will not win the battle” but Christians must urgently pray with faithful expectation. They must pray with “holy boldness.” Lastly, Dr. Lloyd-Jones urges the Christian not to settle, but to desire more of God. Moses desired more of God than he was given (lest Moses die), but the result was still a powerful manifestation of God.

Exodus 33:1-23 — What should the church do when it is compromised and apathetic? Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones argues effectively that the answer is revival. In this sermon on the backslidden church from Exodus 33:1–23 titled “Revival of a Backslidden Church,” Dr. Lloyd-Jones gives four essential steps to revival: 1) the church must identify with the state of the people; 2) it must separate to meet with God; 3) it must be urgent in prayer; and 4) it must want more of God. First, Moses saw the state of the people and reacted by standing in the gap and preached truth to the people, even if people did not react favorably. Today's church must do the same. Second, he moved the camp out from the people, and those who are spiritually alive, says Dr. Lloyd-Jones, must do the same. He notes the examples in church history such as the Wesley brothers, George Whitefield's “Holy Club,” and others. Next, Dr. Lloyd-Jones argues, “Orthodoxy alone will not win the battle” but Christians must urgently pray with faithful expectation. They must pray with “holy boldness.” Lastly, Dr. Lloyd-Jones urges the Christian not to settle, but to desire more of God. Moses desired more of God than he was given (lest Moses die), but the result was still a powerful manifestation of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/603/29

What drove George Whitefield's tireless preaching? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores the transformation that ignited Whitefield's passion for the gospel.

What fueled George Whitefield's passionate preaching? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper explores Whitefield's dramatic style in light of his deep conviction about the gospel's reality.

Why did God use George Whitefield so powerfully? In this episode of Light + Truth, John Piper examines Whitefield's life, highlighting the sovereign work of God through his preaching of the gospel.

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It's Monday, October 14th, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus How Muslim Malaysia might curb religious liberty of Christians Human rights activist Siti Kasim recently raised concerns over a proposed bill that would significantly undermine religious freedom in Malaysia located in Southeast Asia.   If this Muslim-majority nation, with 63% practicing Islam, passes the bill, Muslim courts would be granted greater authority, potentially eroding the rights of non-Muslims, reports International Christian Concern. Kasim argued that the bill, which aims to strengthen the role of Islamic law in the country, could have far-reaching consequences. She pointed to historical examples, such as Lebanon, where a once-dominant Christian population was gradually marginalized as Islamic influence grew. Malaysian Christians would be well advised to heed the truth found in Proverbs 28:1 which says, “The righteous are as bold as a lion.” Kamala Harris enjoys slight lead over Donald Trump According to Real Clear Politics, which averaged America's top 10 presidential polls taken between September 30th and October 9th, Kamala Harris has 49.2% support among likely voters compares to Donald Trump who has 47% support. Kamala refused to answer Colbert's question about what would change Recently, Kamala Harris has appeared in a series of interviews with friendly, fellow liberals. She made an appearance on CBS' The Late Show with Steven Colbert. COLBERT: “Polling shows that a lot of people, especially independent voters, really want this to be a ‘change' election, and that they tend to break for you in terms of thinking about change. “You are a member of the present administration. Under a Harris administration, what would the major changes be and what would stay the same?” HARRIS:  “Sure. Well, I mean, I'm obviously not Joe Biden.” COLBERT: “I noticed.” HARRIS: “And so that would be one change in terms of but also, I think it's important to say with, you know, 28 days to go, I'm not Donald Trump. (cheers, applause) And so when we think about the significance of what this next generation of leadership looks like, were I to be elected president, it is about. “Frankly, I, I , I love the American people, and I believe in our country. I, I, I love that it is our character and nature to be an ambitious people. You know, we, we have aspirations. We have dreams. We are. We, we have incredible work ethic and, and, and I just believe that we can create and build upon the success we've achieved in a way that we continue to grow opportunity, and in that way, grow the strength of our nation.” First, Colbert's assertion that Kamala is perceived as the “change agent” is laughable since she has been in office for the last four years. Second, Kamala never answered Colbert's question about what policies would change and what would stay the same. Kamala on The View: Would have done nothing differently over 4 years Kamala Harris also appeared on ABC's The View.  Sunny Hostin, a liberal co-host, asked this. (Watch the show here). HOSTIN: “If anything, would you have done something differently than President Biden during the past four years?” HARRIS: “There is not a thing that comes to mind in terms of, and I've been a part of, of most of the decisions that have had impact.” On this liberal-loving show, Harris asserted that she would have done nothing different despite the fact that inflation is through the roof, our southern border is porous and dangerous, and Russia and Hamas both felt emboldened to start wars because of the weakness of the Biden-Harris administration's foreign policy. David Brainerd, missionary to Indians, an inspiration to other missionaries And finally, October 9th marked the 277th anniversary of the death of David Brainerd, the famous Christian missionary to the Indians, who died of tuberculosis at the young age of 29. According to Ligonier Ministries, he was one of nine children born to Hezekiah and Dorothy Brainerd. David's father, a man of extreme scrupulousness in the Christian life, died when he was only nine years old.  Then, a month before his fourteenth birthday, his mother died, which left young David incredibly distraught. On the Lord's Day, July 12, 1739, at the age of 21, after a long battle with his resistance to the doctrines of the sovereignty of God and original sin, Brainerd wrote, “The Lord, I trust, brought me to a hearty desire to exalt Him, to set Him on the throne and to ‘seek first His Kingdom.'” Then, in September 1739, only two months after his conversion, Brainerd entered Yale College in New Haven, Connecticut. During his first year, he contracted measles, which sent him home for several weeks. In his second year, he began to spit up blood, an early warning sign of tuberculosis. He first experienced the flames of revival in 1741 under the ministries of George Whitefield, the fiery evangelist from England, and Gilbert Tennent, a Presbyterian pastor from New Brunswick, New Jersey. A commencement address in 1741 at Yale by Jonathan Edwards invited further criticism from the faculty, who were increasingly opposed to the Great Awakening. Edwards argued that the Great Awakening had been sent from God and gave credibility to the students in the college who had experienced revival. In 1742, fueled by revival zeal, Brainerd was expelled from Yale for his remark that a tutor in the college had no more grace than a chair.  The Yale drop-out was animated by God's call of Isaiah: "Then I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, 'Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?' Then said I, 'Here am I; send me.'” (Isaiah 6:8) From 1743 to 1747, he served American Indian tribes in Massachusetts and New Jersey. It was in the Garden State that God brought awakening to the American Indians, adding more than one hundred to Brainerd's growing congregation. While experiencing sickness, extreme hardship, and loneliness, Brainerd often took up his pen to write of his increased love for the American Indians under his ministerial care. His heart longed to show them the glory of Christ through the preaching and teaching of Scripture. Due to his battle with tuberculosis, he left the mission field and rode his horse to the home of Jonathan Edwards in Northampton, Massachusetts, arriving on May 28, 1747.  Edwards' 17-year-old daughter, Jerusha, oversaw his care, became engaged to Brainerd, contracted tuberculosis from him, and died several months later on February 14, 1748. After Brainerd's death on October 9, 1747, Jonathan Edwards discovered the young preacher's diaries and believed they would be of immense value to the broader Christian world. In 1749, with an introduction, Edwards published the journals as The Life and Diary of the Rev. David Brainerd. Missionaries Henry Martyn and William Carey devoured Brainerd's diaries as encouragement of what God can accomplish through frail but willing vessels of mercy. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, October 14th, in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

In this candid episode, Bobby asks a heart-searching question: What are you actually looking for? As he shares from his own recent journey, you'll be challenged to reflect on your own. Could it be that the answer lies not in what we seek, but in what—or who—we pursue? Listen and explore the deeper purpose behind your quest.The 2024 Thee Generation Youth Summit is coming up on October 9-11th in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin! This two-and-a-half-day event offers thrilling competitions, impactful messages from speakers like Dr. Jim, Bobby Bosler, Joe Mueller, Ryan Swanson, and Mark Gilmore, and the opportunity to connect with young people passionate about living for God. Don't miss this chance to be challenged and inspired. For more information and to register, visit thegeneration.org.Bobby also shares several book recommendations that have recently stirred his heart:"The Printer and the Preacher: Ben Franklin, George Whitefield, and the Surprising Friendship That Invented America" by Randy Peterson – A look into the lives and interactions of George Whitefield and Benjamin Franklin. Link"John R. Rice: The Last Revivalist of the Twentieth Century" by John R. Himes – The inspiring story of evangelist John R. Rice and his impact on the modern fundamentalist movement. Link"We Would See Jesus" by Roy and Revel Hession – A powerful book focusing on the simplicity and depth of a life centered on Jesus. Link If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

In this week's episode, Dr. John Snyder and Teddy James engage in an imaginative discussion. What if we could bring back masters in their fields like J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, George Whitefield, Albert Einstein, or Hudson Taylor to teach us in Northeast Mississippi? If they were to offer tutoring near our homes, we'd do whatever necessary to be present and prepared to learn from them. As previously discussed, wisdom has called out to us. God Himself has promised to teach us His word. Sadly, we often approach Scripture unprepared, uninterested, and unwelcoming. Yet, there's no greater privilege in human life than meeting with our Creator. Therefore, we must come to Scripture filled with prayer, crying out to the One who is willing and able to teach us all we need to know. But how do we read and study well? John provides helpful tips on approaching personal Bible study. He and Teddy then discuss how to pray while studying Scripture to maximize its impact on our pursuit of holiness. We'll delve deeper into this subject next week. Resources mentioned: Hendrickson Commentaries https://www.accordancebible.com/product/bakers-hendriksen-kistemaker-nt-commentary-12-volumes/ New International Commentaries Old Testament: https://www.christianbook.com/page/academic/bible-commentaries/nicot?srsltid=AfmBOorKYTUSA9vqpFT4J28fPCsHtRUqdWc4Y6KgJKScSgsH33N0UkaS New Testament: https://www.christianbook.com/apps/easyfind?Ntt=nicnt&Ntk=keywords&action=Search&Ne=0&event=ESRCQ&nav_search=1&cms=1&ps_exit=KEYWORD|legacy&ps_domain=www&aq=NIC Geneva Commentaries: https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/series/geneva-series-of-commentaries/ John MacArthuer commentaries: https://www.gty.org/store/macarthurcommentaries Welwyn Commentaries: https://us.10ofthose.com/series/welwyn-commentary-series Want to listen to The Whole Counsel on the go? Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast app: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts You can get The Whole Counsel a day early on the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

Episode 77 - Vision Video and Redeem TV - Projects and Distribution In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, Geoff and Jaclyn continue their conversation with Bill Curtis, delving into his current work and projects under Redeem TV and Vision Video. Bill discusses new ventures such as season four of Vindication, a documentary on George Whitefield, a mini-series on revivals, and a film about Barnabas and Paul. The discussion also covers the need for producing children's programming, the process of working with filmmakers, and the role of Christian media in both Christian and mainstream audiences. Bill shares insights into the types of projects they seek, the distribution process, and the influence of true stories in faith-based content.Highlights Include:Upcoming Projects and CollaborationsFocus on Children's ProgrammingDistribution and Filmmaker CollaborationChristian Media Consumption TrendsAppealing to Non-Christian AudiencesTrue Stories and Their ImpactClosing Remarks and AppreciationBio:Bill is president of Christian History Institute which owns Vision Video and Redeem TV. Bill has worked in the Christian media field since 1990 and has executive produced dozens of programs including Until Forever, Vindication and the Torchlighters series.Bill on IMDb https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2966252/?ref_=ttfc_fc_crRedeem TV https://redeemtv.com/Vision Video Distribution https://vvdistribution.org/Vision Video DVD https://www.visionvideo.com/The Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers, talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. If you would like to assist with the costs of producing this podcast, you can help by leaving a tip.Get Email Notifications Enter the Faith & Family Screenwriting Awards festival Faith and Family Screenwriting Academy: https://www.faffassociation.com/Script Notes and Coaching: https://www.faffassociation.com/script-servicesJaclyn's Book, In the Beginning, Middle, and End https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9R7XS9VCopyright 2024 Ivan Ann Productions

¿Qué debemos saber sobre la iglesia Old South de la ciudad estadounidense de Newburyport? En este episodio de 5 Minutos en la Historia de la Iglesia, Stephen Nichols nos lleva a la histórica iglesia donde George Whitefield predicó su último sermón. Lee la transcripción: https://es.ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutos-en-la-historia-de-la-iglesia-con-stephen-nichols/newburyport-massachusetts Una iniciativa de Ministerios Ligonier apoyada por donantes. Haz tu donativo: https://gift.ligonier.org/1119/spanish-outreach

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Last Letters of Some Saints Dictated From Their Deathbeds Subtitle: History the Christian Church Speaker: George Whitefield Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 8/25/2024 Length: 45 min.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: From a Repentant Backslider - Letters of Some Imminent Reformers etc. Subtitle: History the Christian Church Speaker: George Whitefield Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 8/24/2024 Length: 49 min.

In this episode of Men Who Rocked the World, Dr. Steven Lawson delves into the life and legacy of George Whitefield, the towering evangelist of the Great Awakening. Whitefield's unparalleled zeal for the gospel, his unyielding commitment to preaching Christ crucified, and his extraordinary impact on the spiritual landscape of the 18th century are explored in detail. Dr. Lawson uncovers the driving forces behind Whitefield's ministry, from his singular devotion to Christ to his Calvinistic theology that fueled his tireless evangelistic efforts. Join us to understand why Whitefield remains a central figure in church history and an enduring model for preachers today.Find Dr. Steven J. Lawsons biography on George Whitfield here.

In this episode of "Men Who Rocked the World," Dr. Steven Lawson delves into the transformative impact of the Great Awakening on American soil. He explores the spiritual revival that swept through the American colonies in the 1730s and 1740s, igniting a profound moral and religious awakening. Through compelling narratives of key figures like Jonathan Edwards and George Whitefield, Dr. Lawson illustrates how these revivalists challenged the spiritual apathy of their time, leading to a widespread return to fervent faith and laying a moral foundation for the birth of a new nation. Join Dr. Lawson as he uncovers the enduring legacy of this pivotal moment in church history.

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Coffee with Conrad. Today, we're diving deep into the true essence of biblical preaching. Join me, Conrad from Conrad Rocks, as we explore the surprising shift from house churches to modern pulpits, the biblical perspective on preaching, and the transformative approaches of historical figures like George Whitefield and John Wesley. Get ready to challenge long-held beliefs and rediscover the true purpose of preaching.Show Notes:- Introduction to the Topic:- The passion for a spiritual relationship with the biblical Jesus.- Exploring the shift from house churches to modern pulpits.- The true purpose of preaching according to the Bible.Traditional View of Preaching:- The common misconception of preaching as a weekly monologue.- Historical and cultural factors that shaped this view.- The influence of the Protestant Reformation and mass media.Biblical Context of Preaching:- The Greek words for preaching: dialegomai, kerusso, euaggelizo.- Examples of preaching in the Bible (Paul, Jesus, and the apostles).- Open-air preaching and its significance.The Role of Preaching to Unbelievers:- Paul's mission to preach where Christ was not known.- The importance of public proclamation (kerusso).- The Great Commission and preaching to all creatures.- Historical Examples:- George Whitefield and John Wesley's revolutionary open-air preaching.- Wesley's transformation and the impact of preaching outside church walls.- The Great Awakening and its lessons for today.Rethinking Modern Preaching:- The distinction between preaching to unbelievers and discipling believers.- The need to engage in dialogue and personal discipleship.- Practical steps to align with the biblical model of preaching.Links:- Blog Post:https://www.conradrocks.net/2024/07/beyond-church-walls-rediscovering-true.htmlInner Circle Email Subscription:https://eepurl.com/dhtqlPMy Books:https://bit.ly/OpenYourEyesBookhttp://bit.ly/NightTerrorEbookT-Shirts https://teespring.com/stores/team-jesus-4PayPal:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ConradRocksSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/conrad.carrikerhttps://www.instagram.com/conradcarrikerhttps://twitter.com/MostRadicalManhttps://www.tiktok.com/@supernaturalchristianityFreebies for Listeners!AUDIBLE FREE TRIAL https://amzn.to/2MT9aQWTwo Free Months Scribd Trial https://www.scribd.com/ga/8ngrjdReadwise free trial https://readwise.io/i/conrad8Thank you for tuning into Coffee with Conrad. If this episode has blessed you, please share it with friends and family on social media. Till we meet again, dig deeper and go higher!

Daily Dose of Hope July 18, 2024 Day 5 of Week 16   Scripture:  I Samuel 6-8; Acts 7   Welcome back everyone!  We are finishing up week 16 of the Daily Dose of Hope, the devotional and podcast that complements New Hope's Bible reading plan.  Let's get to our Scripture for today.   We will begin with our Old Testament reading in I Samuel.  Let's start with chapter 6.  The Ark of the Covenant had become a liability to the Philistines and they knew it had to be returned.  They return it to Israel, sending a guilt offering of golden tumors and golden rats along with it, to "appease" the God of Israel.  The Ark is met with much joy by the people of Beth Shemesh, the town to which the Philistines sent the Ark.  They make offerings to the Lord and the Levites set the Ark on a large rock for all to see.    But there were problems here too.  Some of the inhabitants were bold enough to look into the Ark and God struck them down.  To us, this seems kind of harsh but God had given his people strict rules about handling the Ark of the Covenant.  This is where the presence of God dwelt among his people.  It wasn't to be taken lightly.  It wasn't simply a curiosity; it was the presence of the living God and thus, there should be reverence and even fear.  The people seem a bit shocked.  They ask, "Who can stand in the presence of the Lord, this holy God?"    I am quite relieved that we live on the other side of the cross.  Because of Jesus' death on the cross, the veil in the temple was torn.  We no longer have to be fearful about being in the presence of a holy God as the Israelites once did.  As Hebrews 4:16 states, we can go boldly to the throne of grace and receive his mercy.  Jesus has made a way for us to be reconciled to God; no more barriers and no more fear.  At the same time, I think there is still a place for reverence.  We don't need to be hesitant or fearful of God but we should still have a deep respect that God is God and we are not.   In chapter 7, we see the Ark of the Covenant being taken to its proper place and the whole of Israel repenting before the Lord.  Under Samuel's leadership, the Hebrew people put away their false gods and turned back to the one true God.  As a sign of repentance, Samuel called the people to gather at a place called Mizpah, where he sacrificed a lamb as an offering to the Lord.  The Philistines heard about this, all of Israel gathering together, and they decide this would be a good time to attack.  In response, Samuel pleads to God on behalf of the Israelites.  God takes care of things and the Philistines are easily defeated.   Samuel places a stone, called an Ebenezer, to mark the significant event when God interceded on behalf of the Israelites.  In Hebrew, the word Ebenezer actually means stone of help.  The purpose of an Ebenezer, as we see in I Samuel, is to remember what God has done for his people.   When I read this passage, I was reminded of one of my favorite hymns, Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing, which was written by Robert Robinson in 1758.  In one of the verses, we sing, "Here I raise my Ebenezer, Here by Thy great help I've come,  And I hope by Thy good pleasure, Safely to arrive at home."  Robinson grew up in a difficult home.  After his father's death, his mother sent him to London to learn a trade but he fell in with a bad crowd.  But God's hand was at work.  Robinson is led one night to a gathering in which George Whitefield preached and Robert Robinson gave his life to Jesus Christ.  At age 23, Robinson begins to pastor a Methodist Chapel and writes the hymn.  To him, raising an Ebenezer meant very intentionally remembering the good work God had done in him, pulling him out of a terrible situation and demonstrating his power and grace.    Think of the good works that God has done in your life.  How has God demonstrated his power and grace?  I'm wondering if we all might go get a large stone and raise an Ebenezer as a way to remember what God has done.   In chapter 8, Samuel is coming to the end of his life.  We read that he wants to appoint his sons to lead Israel but the people are opposed.  His sons, like Eli's sons before him, are more interested in getting rich than caring for the people.  It is a strange thing that we see throughout Scripture, some of the most faithful, strong leaders raise children who have no integrity.  Are they too busy leading the people to lead their own families?  That may need to be a discussion for another day.   In this situation, the people recognize the weaknesses of Samuel's sons and don't want to be led by them.  They request a king.  Samuel is distressed by this and goes to God.  God tells Samuel to warn the people what having a king will mean.  The king will force their sons to fight in wars and their daughters to work as domestic servants.  The king will tax them and take a portion of their crops and livestock.  But the people insisted.  From the earliest of days, God had been the one to direct Israel and choose its leaders. But now the people are demanding something else.  They think a human king will bring stability and safety, as well as a certain status among the nations around them.  And while God knew this was not what was best for Israel (the ideal way was for God to remain the one providing direct guidance and instruction to the people), he granted their request anyway.  God would now achieve his purposes in a new way, through a human king and all his frailties.  God will achieve his purposes.   Acts 7 covers the stoning of Stephen.  When he is dragged in front of the Sanhedrin, Stephen gives a long, eloquent history of how God worked through his people, leading up to Jesus.  The Jewish leaders are offended by his directness and they get really worked up when he looks up at heaven and declares that he sees Jesus standing at the right hand of the Father.  Keep in mind, this would have been blasphemy to the strict Jews who sat on the council.  There was no real trial, no real discussion.  They simply drag Stephen out and start throwing stones.   Stephen was the first Christian martyr.  This was, of course, a sign of what was to come.  But Stephen also offers all Christians a beautiful model of how to live and die, trusting fully and completely in Jesus Christ.    Blessings, Pastor Vicki  

A new MP3 sermon from Emmanuel Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Church History - George Whitefield Subtitle: Church History Speaker: Pastor Jeffery S. Smith Broadcaster: Emmanuel Baptist Church Event: Sunday School Date: 7/14/2024 Length: 43 min.

This week's engaging episode features a conversation with Os Guinness, a profound advocate for faith, freedom, truth, reason, and civility. Os is an esteemed author and social critic and the great-great-great-grandson of Arthur Guinness, the famous Dublin brewer. With a bibliography exceeding 30 books, he provides insightful perspectives on our cultural, political, and social environments.Born in China during World War II to medical missionary parents, Os experienced the height of the Chinese revolution in 1949 and was expelled along with many foreigners in 1951. He later earned his undergraduate degree at the University of London and completed his D.Phil in the social sciences from Oriel College, Oxford. He currently resides in the United States.In this episode, Jonathan and Os delve into Scripture and discuss Os' latest book, The Magna Carta of Humanity. They explore global perspectives, including Os' views on America's polarization crisis, the recent changes in the UK with the new King, and the evolving role of the “Defender of the Faith” in the monarchy. Os also shares fascinating stories about his remarkable family history, from Christian brewers to pastors to his journey as a Christian author.To ask Jonathan a question or connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpodTRANSCRIPT:The following is a transcript of Episode 256: Revolutionary Faith and the Future of Freedom: Os Guinness (Reprise) for Candid Conversations with Jonathan Youssef.[00:01] JONATHAN: Today it is my special privilege to have Os Guinness on the program with us. Os is an author and social critic. He's written untold amounts of books. He's just like Dad, and it seems you have a new book out every six months or so, Os. Is that sort of the pattern, you get two out a year?[00:24] Os Guinness: Well, usually one a year, but COVID gave me the chance to write a lot more.[00:28] JONATHAN: Oh, well, I love it. Many of our listeners will, of course, be familiar with you, but there may be a few out there who don't. We have somewhat of an international audience, and I know that you have a very international background, having been born in China and raised in China and educated in England. There's a couple of things. I'm sure people are seeing the name Guinness and wondering is there a connection with the brewery? And of course, there is. But I wonder if you'd tell us a little bit of your family history and then we'll get to your own personal story.[01:00] Os Guinness: Well, you're right. I'm descended from Arthur Guinness, the brewer. My ancestor was his youngest son. He was an evangelical. He came to Christ, to faith, under the preaching of John Wesley in the revival that took place in the late 1730s, early 1740s. So he called himself born again back in those days and founded Ireland's first Sunday school, which of course, in this days was a rather radical proposition, teaching people who couldn't go to ordinary schools. And from the very beginning, care for the poor, for the workers and things like that were built into the brewery and the whole family status in Dublin. So that was the ancestor, and I'm descended from a branch of the family that's kept the faith ever since. My great-grandfather, Arthur's grandson, at the age of 23, was the leading preacher in the Irish revival of 1859. And we have newspaper accounts of crowds of 25,000, 30,000, and of course no microphone. He'd climb onto the back of a carriage and preach and the Spirit would fall. Ireland was not divided in those days, but in that part of the country, in the year after the revival, there was literally only one recorded crime.[02:33] JONATHAN: Unbelievable.[02:34] Os Guinness: This shows you how profound revival can be.[02:37] JONATHAN: Isn't it?[02:39] Os Guinness: His son, my grandfather, was one of the first Western doctors to go to China. He treated the Empress Dowager, the last Emperor, and my parents were born in China so I was born in China. So I'm part of the family that's kept faith ever since the first Arthur.[03:00] JONATHAN: You had mention that this is a branch of the family. Is there a branch of the family that's gone a different trajectory?[03:08] Os Guinness: Well, for a long time the brewing family was strongly Christian, but then eventually, sadly, wealth probably undermined part of the faith. But as I said, my family has kept it. They often say there are brewing Guinnesses, banking Guinnesses, and then they call them the Guinnesses for God or the poor Guinnesses.[03:36] JONATHAN: An amazing family lineage, and you're thinking of just the covenantal family through that line. And so you've got a book that came out this year, The Great Quest: Invitation to the Examined Life and a Sure Path to Meaning. And I know in the book you share a little bit of your own search for meaning and finding, because we all know that Christianity is really the only faith you cannot be born into in terms of you can be born into a covenant home and be taught the lessons of Christ and the church, but it's really a faith that has to become your own. It's not the faith that is transferred to the child. So tell us a little bit about your own story and your own coming to faith in Christ.[04:31] Os Guinness: Well, I was born in China, as I said, and my first 10 years were pretty rough with war, famine, revolution, all sorts of things. And I was there for two years under Mao's reign of terror, and in '51, two years after the revolution, my parents were allowed to send me home to England and they were under house arrest for another two years. So I had most of my teenage years apart from my parents, and my own coming to faith was really a kind of partly the witness of a friend at school but partly an intellectual search. I was reading on the one hand atheists like Nietzsche and Sartre, and my own hero, Albert Camus. And on the other hand, Christians like Blaise Pascal and G. K. Chesterton, and of course, C. S. Lewis. And at the end of that time, I was thoroughly convinced the Christian faith was true. And so I became a Christian before I went to university in London, and I'm glad I did because the 60s was a crazy decade—drugs, sex, rock and roll, the counterculture. Everything had to be thought back to square one. You really needed to believe what you believed and why you believed what you believed, or the whole onslaught was against, which is a bracing decade to come to faith.[05:57] JONATHAN: It really is. I wonder if you could walk me through that a little bit. I've read some of Camus and Sartre, and I mean, they're just such polar opposites about humanity and God. What were some of the things that helped you navigate through that terrain?[06:17] Os Guinness: Well, I personally never liked Sartre. He was a dull fish. And even later, when I went to L'Abri with Francis Schaeffer, we met people who studied under Sartre and people who had known Camus. Camus was warm, passionate. There are stories, we don't know whether they're true or not or just a rumor, that he was actually baptized just before he died in a car crash in January 1960. I don't know if that's true or not, or if that's a kind of death-bed conversion, but certainly his philosophy is profoundly human, and that's what I loved about so much of it. But at the end of the day, not adequate. You know his famous Myth of Sisyphus. He rolls the stone up the hill and it rolls down again. Rolls up, it rolls down again, and so on. A gigantic defiance against the absurdity of the universe, but with no real answers. And of course, that's what we have in the gospel.[07:19] JONATHAN: That's right, and it's sort of the meaninglessness of life, and I know a lot of high school, college students even seminary students have been deeply affected by some of his writing and have certainly felt, I think, what you're touching into there, which is that deeply personal—there's a lot of reflection in there that I think resounds with people. But as you said, it leaves you with nothing at the end of the day.So you've written quite a number of books across quite a range of topics. What is it that sort of stokes your fire, that kind of drives you? I know the Bible uses passion in a very negative, sinful sense, but it's a word we use a lot today. What is the passion that's driving you in your writings and your speaking?[08:12] Os Guinness: Well, you can never reduce it easily, but two things above all. One, making sense of the gospel for our crazy modern world. On the other hand, trying to understand the world so that responsible people can live in the world knowing where we are. Because in terms of the second, I think one of the things in the Scriptures as a whole which is much missing in the American church today is the biblical view of time. You take the idea of the signs of the times, David's men or our Lord's rebuked His generation. they could read the weather but they missed the signs of the times. So you get that incredible notion of Saint Paul talking about King David. He served God's purpose in his generation. That's an incredible idea that you so understand your generation that in some small, inadequate way we're each serving God's purpose of salt and light and so on in our generation.But many Americans, and many people around the whole world, they don't have that sense of time that you see in Scripture. I'm not quite sure why; maybe growing up in revolutionary China I've always had an incredible sense of time.[09:36] JONATHAN: You know, I think that's encouraging to hear. In our society, we get so fixated and caught up on the issues but there's almost this moment of needing to pull back and observe things from a higher perspective. And I think you do such a fantastic job of that.Let's walk through some of your more recent books, and then maybe get a peek under the curtain of what's coming, because I think you've got a couple of books that are on their way out. The Magna Carta of Humanity. This idea of Sinai and French Revolution as it sort of relates to the American Revolution. Tell us a little bit about the impetus for this and the thought process towards that.[10:25] Os Guinness: Well, the American crisis at its deepest is the great polarization today. But many people, I think, don't go down to the why. They blame it on the social media, or our former president and his tweets, or the coastals against the heartlanders and so on. But I think the deepest things are those who understand America and freedom from the perspective of the American Revolution, which was largely, sadly not completely, Christian, because it went back to the Jewish Torah, and those who understand America from the perspective of ideas coming down from the French Revolution—postmodernism, radical multiculturalism, the cancel culture, critical theory, all these things, the sexual revolution. They come from the ideas descended from Paris, not from anything to do with the Bible, and we've got to understand this.Now, the more positive way of looking at that, many Americans have no idea how the American Revolution came from the Scriptures, how notions like covenant became consitution; the consent of the governed or the separation of powers, going down the line, you have a rich, deep understanding in the Torah, the first five books of the Bible. and we've got to understand if we know how to champion these things today.But it's not just a matter of nostalgia or defending the past. I personally am passionately convinced this is the secret to the human future. What are the deepest views of human dignity, or of words, or of truth, or of freedom, or of justice, peace and so on? They are in the Bible. And we've got to explore them. So the idea from a gentleman not too far from you, Jonathan, who said we've got to unhitch our faith from the Old Testament, that's absolute disaster. A dear guy, but dead wrong. You've got to explore the Old Testament as never before, and then, of course, we can understand why the new is so wonderful.[12:46] JONATHAN: You know, Os, just going down that track a little bit, that's right; you can't have the New Testament without the Old Testament. The prophecies of Christ, the fulfillment, it all falls apart, the whole argumentation, everything almost becomes meaningless at that point. And I know the argument is that it's about the event of the crucifixion and the resurrection, but you don't have those apart from Genesis 3, of course, Genesis 1, all the way through till the end of Malachi. You can't separate these two testamental periods. It's ludicrous, and it creates so much damage, as you've said. [13:36] Os Guinness: Well you know, take some of the myths that are around today. They're very common even in evangelical circles. The Old Testament is about law; the New Testament is about love. [13:48] JONATHAN: Right.[13:49] Os Guinness: That's not right. That's a slander on the Jews. Read the beginning of Deuteronomy. The Jews, the nation, they are called to love the Lord with all their heart, soul and so on. Why did the Lord choose them? Because He loved them and set His affection on them. And you can see in Deuteronomy there's a link between liberty and loyalty and love. So right through the Scriptures, those who abandon the truth, apostasy, that's equivalent to adultery. Why? To love the Lord is to be loyal to the Lord and faithful to the Lord and so on. And we've got to see there's a tremendous amount about love, loyalty connected with liberty.I mean, a couple of weeks ago, a couple of professors writing in the New York Times said the Constitution is broken and it shouldn't be reclaimed. We need to move on, scrap it and rebuild our democracy. Now the trouble is constitutions became a matter of lawyers and law courts, the rule of law only in the Supreme Court. No, it comes from covenant. Covenant is all about freely chosen consent, a morally binding pledge. So the heart of freedom is the freedom of the heart, and we've got to get back—this is all there in the Old Testament. Did the Jews fail? Of course. That's why our Lord. but equally the church is failing today. So we've got so much to learn from the best and the worst of the experience of the Jews in the Old Testament. But to ignore the Old is absolute folly.[15:35] JONATHAN: Well, and thinking about the American Revolution and the impact of men, as you've already cited with your own family history, of Wesley and the preaching of George Whitefield in the Americas, which would have had a profound effect on the American psyche, and I think would have contributed a great deal to a lot of the writing of law and constitutional ideology.[16:02] Os Guinness: Well, the revival had a huge impact on all who created the Revolution. But some of the ideas go back, I think, to the Reformation. Not so much to Luther at this point, but to Calvin and Swingly. In Scotland, John Knox and in England Oliver Cromwell. You know, that whole notion of covenant. I mean, Cromwell said ... A lot of weird ideas came up in the 17th Century, but the 17th Century is called the Biblical Century. Why? Because through the Reformation they discovered, rediscovered, what was called the Hebrew republic—in other words, the constitution the Lord gave to the founding of His own people.So even someone like Thomas Hobbes, who was an atheist, they are discussing the Hebrew republic—in other words, Exodus and Deuteronomy. It had a tremendous impact on the rise of modern notions of freedom, and we've got to understand that.So the Mayflower Compact is a covenant. John Winthrop on the Arbella is talking about covenant. When John Adams writes the first constitution, written one, in this country, which is the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, he calls it a covenant. And the American Constitution is essentially a national somewhat secularized form of covenant. And we who are heirs of that as followers of Jesus, we've got to re-explore it and realize its richness today.[17:44] JONATHAN: Turn on the news today and it feels like we're quite a distance from that. Even thinking about using a word like justice, you know, all this now it seems, to your point, this ideology from the French Revolution has really come to the forefront, certainly in the 60s, but there seems to be a new revival of this. What's contributing to that today in America?[18:17] Os Guinness: Well, James Billington, the former librarian of Congress, and others, have looked at the French Revolution, and remember only lasted 10 years in France, then came dictator Napoleon. But it was like a gigantic volcanic explosion, and out of it came their main lava flows. The first one we often ignore, which is called revolutionary nationalism, in 19th-century France and so on. You can ignore that mostly except it's very important behind the Chinese today.But the second one is the one people are aware of. Revolutionary socialism, or in one word, communism. The Russian Revolution, the Chinese Revolution. We're actually experiencing the impact of the third lava flow, revolutionary liberationism, which is not classical Marxism, communism, but cultural Marxism or neo Marxism. And that goes back to a gentleman called Antonio Gramsci in the 1920s. Now you mentioned the 60s. it became very important in the 60s because Gramsci's ideas were picked up by the Frankfurt School in the 30s, 40s, 50s, and the leading thinker in America in the 60s was Herbert Marcuso, who in many ways is the godfather of the new left in the 60s. I first came here in '68 as a tourist, six weeks. One hundred cities were burning, far worse than 1920, because of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. and Senator Kennedy. But here's the point: The radicals knew that for all the radicalism in the streets, anti-Vietnam protests and so on, they wouldn't win in the streets, so they had to do what they called, copying Mao Zedong, a long march through the institutions—in other words, not the streets. Go slowly, gradually, win the colleges and universities. Win the press and media. Win what they call the culture industry—Hollywood, entertainment. And then sweep around and win the whole culture.Now here we are, more than 50 years later, they have done it. Now, in the early days, I'm a European still, I'm not American, people would never have believed that the radical left would influence what were called the fortresses of American conservatism—business, finance, the military—but all of those in the form of woke-ism have been profoundly affected. So America's at an extraordinary point in terms of the radical left being more power even than the French Revolution.[21:16] JONATHAN: Okay, so in thinking through that lines of reasoning, the people who are caught up in that today, the radicalism, is this just indoctrination? I guess what my point is, is it all intentional? Is it like Marcuso's intentionality of going through the halls of academia? Or rather is it that they've just been raised to think that this is just the way ... that it's the most opportune way to get your ideology out there?[21:56] Os Guinness: No, it's thoroughly intention. But of course, always there's a creative minority who eventually win over the majority who are hardly aware of it. You mentioned justice. I was on calls for a California pastor last year and I said to them, “You brothers have drunk the Kool-Aid.” They didn't realize how much of their understanding of justice owed everything to the radical left and nothing to the Hebrew prophets. So you know how the left operate. It analyzes discourage. How do ordinary people speak? And so you look for the majority/minority, the oppressors/the victims. When you've found the victim, which is a group, not an individual, you weaponize them and set up a constant conflict of powers in order to subvert the status quo.But as the Romans point out, if you only have power, no truth—and remember in the postmodern world God is dead for them, truth is completely dead following Nietzsche, so all that's left is power. And the only possible outcome, if you think it through logically (which they don't) is what the Romans call the peace of despotism—in other words, you have a power so unrivaled since you've put down every other power, you have peace. But it's authoritarian. That's where we're going increasingly today. You take the high-tech media and so on, a very dangerous moment for freedom of conscience, for freedom of speech, and for freedom of assembly. America is really fighting for its life. But sadly it's not. Most people are asleep.[23:43] JONATHAN: Well, and that's right. That's sort of the hinge point, isn't it? So let's talk just briefly about the education system. We're thinking sort of elementary, middle school, high school education system. So here in Atlanta there are sort of options that are presented to parents, right? There's the public school system; there's the private, often Christian, private school system; and then there's a home school option. And parents are all trying to navigate this. Now I'm sure you've heard arguments that you can send your kids to the public school because if Christians abandon the public school, then where is the witness, where es the influence with the greater population who are just asleep or whatever it is? If you send them out to the private school, your children will be protected, but how much exposure are they getting to thoughts and philosophies that if you sort of rein them in—And I guess this is really more to the home school spectrum, which is almost like an over-protection. These kids go to university and it's the first exposure they've had to some of these thoughts, and professors are going out of their way to convince these students that the way that they were raised was very fallen, broken; their parents were brainwashing them, etc. Just thinking about some of those differing options and thought process, how do you think through that as a thinker, as a social critic, as a Christian? How do you weigh into that?[25:17] Os Guinness: Well, you try and sort of isolate some of the different factors. So you've been talking rightly about the personal and the family concerns, which are fundamental absolutely. And I think that very much varies with the child. But with all of the words, home schooling, whatever, you want to keep them ahead of the game so they know what's coming. Francis Schaeffer often used to stress that. So people go to the secular university. Keep them ahead of the game so that they know what's coming and they know some preliminary apologetics so they know how to make a good stand and be faithful without being washed away. You've also—in other words, what you said is fundamental, I agree with that, but there's also a national dimension. So the public schools, and I'm not arguing that everyone has to go to them, but they were very, very important because they were the center of passing on the unum of the e pluribus unum, out of man, one. Put it this way. As the Jews put it, if any project lasts longer than a single generation, you need families, you need schools, you need history. It doesn't get passed on.So when Moses talked about the night before Passover, he never mentioned freedom, he never mentioned the Promised Land of milk and honey. He told them how to tell their story to children so that freedom could last. Now, the public schools used to do that, so you have people from Ireland or Italy or China or Mexico, it didn't matter because the public schools gave them civic education, the unum. That was thrown out at the end of the 60s. In came Howard Zinn and his alternative views, and more recently the 1619 project. So the public school, as a way of americanizing and integrating, collapsed. And that's a disaster for the republic.Now, take the added one that President Biden has added, immigration. As scholars put it, it's still relatively easy to become an American: get your papers, your ID and so on. It's almost impossible now to know what it is to be American, and particularly you say the 4 million who have come in in the Biden years, they're not going to be inducted into American citizenship, so the notion of citizenship collapses through the public schools and through an open border. It's just a folly beyond any words. It is historic, unprecedented folly, an absolute disaster.Of course, we've got to say, back to your original question, the same is true not only of freedom but of faith. So parents handing on, transmitting to their kids, very, very important.I would add one more thing, Jonathan. It's very much different children. My own son, whom I adore, is a little bit of a contrarian. If he'd gone to a Christian college, he might have become a rebel in some of the poorer things of some of them. He went to a big, public university, University of Virginia, and it cemented and deepened his faith because he stood against the tide and he came out with a much stronger faith than when he went in.[28:59] JONATHAN: I love that. I think you're right on with that. And I think it's good for people to hear and know the history and have awareness of this. Now I want to make a very subtle and gentle shift, and if you don't want to talk about it, that's fine. But you are a British citizen. Am I correct on that?[29:18] Os Guinness: I am.[29:21] JONATHAN: Queen Elizabeth has passed and now it's King Charles III and there's much talk about comments he's made in the past in terms of the Defender of the Faith. I read a quote from Ian Bradley, who is a professor at the University of Saint Andrews, he says, “Charles's faith is more spiritual and intellectual. He's more of a spiritual seeker.”Is this sort of a microcosm of what's happening in the UK, this sort of shift from the queen, who very much had a very Christo-centric faith, to Charles and sort of emphasis on global warming and different issues of the day? Is this sort of a microcosm of what we're seeing?[30:22] Os Guinness: Well, the queen had a faith that was very real and very deep, and she was enormously helped by people like Billy Graham…[30:29] JONATHAN: John Stott.[30:30] Os Guinness: --John Stott and so on. So her faith was very, very genuine. His? He's probably got more of an appreciation for the Christian faith than many European leaders today. So the Christian faith made Western civilization, and yet most of the intelligentsia in Europe have abandoned the faith that made it. So Prince Charles, as you say, a rather New Age spirituality, and he's extraordinarily open to Islam through money from Saudi Arabia. I don't have the highest hopes for him, although I must say the challenge of being king will remind him of the best of his mother. Even when the archbishop said in the sermon that he wanted people to know that Prince Charles had a Christian faith, I felt it was a glimmer of the fact he realizes, you know, his mother's position was wonderful, so it's very much open.Now I am an Anglican, as you are. Back in 1937, the greatest of all the Catholic historians on Western civilization predicted—this is 1937, almost a century ago—that the day would come in some future coronation when people would raise the questions, “Was it all a gigantic bluff? Because the power of the monarchy, and more importantly, the credibility of the faith, had both undermined themselves to such an extent it didn't mean anything.” I think we're incredibly close to that with King Charles. I also think, sadly, that the Archbishop of Canterbury, who preached wonderfully well yesterday, has done a good job in the celebrations and so on, the pageantry, but does a rotten job in leading the church as the church. And so the Church of England is in deep trouble in terms of its abandoning orthodoxy. It's a very critical moment. Will Charles go deeper or revert to the way he's been for the last few decades? I don't know. I'm watching.[33:02] JONATHAN: And then sort of just transitioning from there to what you see as faith in the United States. I think you have a new book coming out, Zero Hour America: History's Ultimatum Over Freedom and the Answer We Must Give. Let's bridge that gap between trajectory in the UK and now in the United States. What similarities and differences are you seeing?[33:26] Os Guinness: Well, in Europe the great rival to the Christian faith was in the 18th century, the Enlightenment. And it's almost completely swept the intelligentsia of Europe. Until recently, America was not fully going that way, and in the last decade or so it has. The rise of the religious nones, etc. etc. So in most areas that are intellectual, America too has abandoned the faith that made it. Of course, part of the American tragedy is the intelligentsia have not only abandoned the faith that made America; they've abandoned the Revolution that made America. So you have a double crisis here.Now, I am, like you, a follower of Jesus. I'm absolutely undaunted. The Christian faith, if it's true, would be true if no one believed it. So the lies of the nones or whatever just means a lot of people didn't realize in one sense that they're just spineless. If it's true, it's not a matter of popularity or polls. I like the old saying, “Damn the polls and think for yourself.” And Americans are far too other-directed. The polls are often badly formulated in terms of their questions. The question is, is the faith true and what are the answers it gives us to lead our lives well? And I have no question it's not only good news, it is the best news ever in terms of where humanity is today. So this is an extraordinary moment to be a follower of Jesus. We have the guardianship and the championship of the greatest news ever.[35:14] JONATHAN: Amen. Well, and let's make one final link there, which is we talked a lot about Western countries, the UK, the US, but you were born and spent quite a lot of time in China. Let's think about not necessarily specifically China, but non-Western countries. You travel quite frequently. What are you seeing in those non-Western countries that perhaps is giving you hope or positivity?[35:47] Os Guinness: God promised to Abraham in him all the families of the Earth will be blessed. DNA is in the heart of the Scriptures, and of course our Lord's Great Commission. But as we look around the world today, thank God Christian faith is the most populace faith on the Earth. So the one place it's not doing well is the highly modernized West. It is flourishing in sub-Sahara Africa. Or in Asia, where I happen to be born, in China—nothing to do with me—was the most rapid growth, exponential growth, of the church in 2,000 years. So I have no fear for the faith at all. And of course we believe it's true.But the question, Will the West return to the faith that made it? I hope that our sisters and brothers in the global south will help us come back just as we took the faith to them. And I know many African brothers and sisters and many Korean brothers and sisters, Chinese too, that's their passion. And we must welcome it. I know so many Koreans, what incredible people of prayer. Up at 5:00, thousands of them praying together. When I was a boy in England, prayer meetings were strong in churches. They're not strong in most American churches today. We've become highly secularized, so we've got a huge amount to learn from the Scriptures, of course, above all, but from our brothers and sisters in the rest of the world reminding us of what we used to believe and we've lost.[37:33] JONATHAN: What a great reminder. Well, Os Guinness, I know you've got a busy schedule and we're so grateful that you've taken the time to be on Candid Conversations. We've talked about quite a lot. We're going to put a link to your website in our show notes, and all fantastic books that you've put out and new ones coming out, and we look forward to hopefully having you on again in the future.[38:00] Os Guinness: Well, thank you. Real privilege to be on with you.[38:02] JONATHAN: God bless you. Thank you.

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Tuesday morning, the 2nd of July, 2024, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We start off in the Book of Acts 17:6: “These who have turned the world upside down have come here too.”Pascal, the great French philosopher, mathematician, etc. said something that is so special. He said, “The serene beauty of a holy life is the most powerful influence in the world next to the might of God” - a holy life. You see, that is what happened. Paul was preaching Jesus and said, “He is the Christ, He is the coming Messiah, He is the hope of the world”. The Greeks were persuaded to follow after the Lord Jesus Christ, but some were envious, some were evil, some went to the marketplace and got a whole lot of rabble-rousers and they attacked the house of Jason, where Paul and the apostles were staying - those who have turned the world upside down! Now, they did not turn the world upside down with a mighty army - no! They did not turn the world upside down by a great invention - no! Well, how did they turn the world upside-down? By telling people that there is a God, that His name is Jesus Christ, that there is eternal life, that after we die in this world, we don't go to a lost eternity. If we believe in Him, we have life eternal. That great English evangelist, George Whitefield, said, “We are immortal (in other words, we can't die), on this earth until our work has been completed.” I want to encourage you today to stop worrying about things that are not even going to happen. I want to encourage you today to focus on the Lord and that will bring more people to Christ than anything else.Jesus bless you and have a wonderful day,Goodbye.

In this episode we're joined by Dr. Sean McGever, who is Area Director for Young Life in Phoenix and teaches at Grand Canyon University, and who is the author of Ownership: The Evangelical Legacy of Slavery in Edwards, Wesley, and Whitefield (published by IVP). Over the course of our conversation, Dr. McGever informs us about the relationship that three prominent evangelists from the 18th century had with slavery, namely, Jonathan Edwards, John Wesley, and George Whitefield. We talk further about the legacy of each of their movements and the implications that this history has for us today. Team members on the episode from The Two Cities include: Dr. John Anthony Dunne, the Rev. Daniel Parham, the Rev. Dr. Christopher Porter, and the Rev. Dr. Nathaniel Warne. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Pithy gems from George Whitefield!

Pithy gems from George Whitefield-

In this compelling episode of "Men Who Rocked the World," Dr. Steven Lawson delves deep into the life and legacy of George Whitefield, often hailed as one of the greatest evangelists since the Apostle Paul. Dr. Lawson explores Whitefield's unparalleled influence during the evangelical era, drawing upon his extensive research and firsthand visits to key historical sites. This episode not only highlights Whitefield's dynamic preaching that spanned continents but also examines his profound impact on church history, emphasizing the significance of understanding this heritage as articulated by Martin Lloyd-Jones. Join Dr. Lawson for a journey through the life of a man whose relentless dedication to spreading the gospel marked a pivotal era in religious history.

From a secular Jewish home, scientific scholar and former skeptic Dr. James Tour encountered the love and reality of Jesus, and his life was immediately changed. Dr. James Tour's Resources: website: jmtour.com email: tour@drjamestour.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrJamesTour Resources/authors recommended by Dr. Tour: The Gospel Passion of Charles Spurgeon, Steven J. Lawson The Evangelistic Zeal of George Whitefield, Steven J. Lawson The Soul Winner, Charles Spurgeon Can We Trust the Gospels? Peter J. Williams

Preached at Tottenham-Court Road and the Tabernacle near Moorfields. 1770

In this inspiring episode of "Men Who Rocked the World," Dr. Steven Lawson delves into the transformative power of expository preaching through the lens of John Calvin's and George Whitefield's ministries. Lawson shares his extensive research and personal reflections on how these men, with their deep commitment to Scripture, have profoundly impacted church history and individual lives. He emphasizes the importance of understanding and preaching the full counsel of God's Word, highlighting Calvin's systematic approach to scripture and Whitefield's evangelistic zeal. Through captivating stories and insightful analysis, Lawson encourages today's believers to draw from the legacies of these spiritual giants, integrating expository preaching and evangelism to effectively communicate the gospel. Join Dr. Lawson as he bridges past and present, equipping listeners with timeless truths for a modern world.

In this episode of "Men Who Rocked the World," Dr. Steven Lawson embarks on a captivating journey through the lives of influential figures who've shaped Christian history. Through meticulous research and spirited storytelling, Dr. Lawson invites listeners to explore the transformative legacies of reformers, Puritans, and preachers. Highlighting the profound impact of George Whitefield's ministry during the Great Awakening, Lawson vividly describes Whitefield's unparalleled ability to draw thousands with his dynamic preaching, resulting in a spiritual revival that transcended geographical and denominational boundaries. This episode not only honors the past but also challenges today's believers to engage deeply with their faith and the world around them.

"At some point Philip was apprenticed to a tailor in the nearby market town of Kingsbridge. One day around his 15 th birthday, he was at work and a woman member of the Baptist church arrived on horseback. She urged Philip to join her in hearing a minister of the Establishment who had just come to town. His name was George Whitefield. Gibbs agreed and got up on the horse behind her. Now hear him tell the rest of the story..." --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/cbtseminary/support

A football star in high school, Steve sought his identity in sports. Yet all this changed at age 17 when he heard the Gospel preached at a Young Life Camp in the Rockies. Giving his life to Christ, he was soon foisted into leadership to fellow students at Texas Tech. There on a football scholarship, he became active in his school's chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes—then the largest in the country—and was soon asked to preach and teach. Though he dreaded standing before crowds at first, he soon grew passionate about proclaiming the hope of Christ to others.  Sharing his debt to other great preachers in his lifetime, including John MacArthur and James Montgomery Boice, Steve draws attention to two great preachers from the past—Charles Spurgeon and George Whitefield—whose favorite word was, “Come!” His point: while we must rest our evangelistic efforts solely on the sovereignty of God, we must also preach to the lost with urgency. Steve currently serves as the president of OnePassion Ministries, which is dedicated to training men to faithfully exposit the Scriptures, verse-by-verse, with a passion for God and His glory. 

In this profound episode, Dr. Steven Lawson takes us through the impactful journey of George Whitefield, a name synonymous with the Great Awakening. As a preacher whose voice could captivate thousands without the aid of modern amplification, Whitefield's zeal for spreading the gospel knew no bounds. From open fields in England to the burgeoning cities of the American colonies, Lawson recounts how Whitefield's sermons drew crowds by the thousands, leaving an indelible mark on the religious landscape of the 18th century. Despite facing opposition and personal trials, including the heartbreak of losing his own child, Whitefield's commitment never wavered. His legacy, as Lawson vividly illustrates, is a testament to the power of faith and the enduring impact of preaching the gospel with conviction and fervor. Join Dr. Lawson as he explores the life, challenges, and triumphs of George Whitefield, a man whose ministry continues to inspire to this day.

In this episode, Dr. Steven Lawson delves into the remarkable journey of George Whitefield, a pivotal figure in the Great Awakening, whose evangelical zeal and preaching prowess left an indelible mark on the 18th-century Christian landscape. Lawson paints a vivid picture of Whitefield's early life, his transformative conversion experience, and his pioneering role in field preaching, which drew thousands to hear the gospel. Through a detailed narrative, Lawson explores Whitefield's impactful visits to the American colonies, highlighting his encounters with key figures like Benjamin Franklin and his significant contributions to spreading the revival fires. This episode is a compelling exploration of Whitefield's legacy, emphasizing his unwavering commitment to proclaiming the necessity of the new birth and his influence on both sides of the Atlantic.

Have you ever wondered what makes certain public figures so captivating? What is the secret sauce that gives the sermons of Charles Spurgeon, the artwork of Bob Ross, and the legendary strength of Chuck Norris such magnetic appeal? In today's podcast episode, Ray, E.Z., Mark, and Oscar take you on a fascinating journey alongside guest Steve Lawson into the realms of influence and charisma, shedding light on the unique elements that make the most laudable preachers truly unforgettable.Beginning with the unexpected popularity of Bob Ross, known for his soothing painting videos, and the enduring fame of Chuck Norris and his legendary strength, the conversation explores the mysterious appeal of these individuals and their ability to draw in audiences. Then, the guys delve into the topic of effective preaching, highlighting the impact of great preachers such as Jonathan Edwards, George Whitefield, Charles Spurgeon, and Martyn Lloyd-Jones. They discuss the hallmarks of good preaching and what makes a sermon effective, emphasizing the importance of being saturated with the word of God and delivering expository preaching that combines truth and passion.Biblical preaching, while powerfully transformative, can also unsettle and convict listeners. The guys explore this tension with Steve, acknowledging the danger of biblical preaching while ultimately affirming its capacity to glorify the Lord. Steve also introduces an online preaching academy, a treasure trove that covers the entire Bible and aims to proliferate the essence of expository preaching globally.Finally, the guys explore the preaching styles and techniques of three influential preachers: George Whitefield, Jonathan Edwards, and Charles Spurgeon. Their mastery over sound doctrine, theology, and eloquent application of text have shaped the world of evangelism. Highlighting the influence of Whitefield on both Edwards and Spurgeon and showcasing some of their most famous sermons, the guys give listeners insight into the powerful preaching of these men and their impact on the world of evangelism.Understanding the influence of these individuals not only gives listeners a deeper appreciation for their work but also helps believers recognize the potential in their own lives for being used by God. Whether you're an aspiring preacher, evangelist, or are simply intrigued by the study of theology, this episode offers valuable insights. Come along on this fascinating journey and bask in the divine light of powerful preaching.This episode was recorded at G3 2023 National Conference.Thanks for listening! If you've been helped by this podcast, we'd be grateful if you'd consider subscribing, sharing, and leaving us a comment and 5-star rating! Visit the Living Waters website to learn more and to access helpful resources!You can find helpful counseling resources at biblicalcounseling.com.Check out The Evidence Study Bible and the Basic Training Course.You can connect with us at podcast@livingwaters.com. We're thankful for your input!Learn more about the hosts of this podcast.Ray ComfortEmeal (“E.Z.”) ZwayneMark SpenceOscar Navarro

Get ready to ignite your understanding of truth as we take you on a journey through historical revivals. In this exploration, we unearth the profound relevance revivals have in today's context and the crucial role the Bible plays as a guiding light. Strap in, as we move from understanding revivals to the incredible process of how they span generations. We delve deeply into the significant role the older generation plays in moulding the younger with biblical teachings. In the final leg of our journey, we uncover the tenacity and resilience required for revival, drawing inspiration from George Whitefield's unyielding dedication during the Great Awakening. We conclude with an inspiring call to action, inviting you to be a part of our mission of truth by supporting WallBuilders. We promise this is an episode that will leave you contemplating the intersections of policy, faith, and culture through a  Biblical and historical perspective.Support the show