The First Great Awakening - 1740 - 1742
The First Great Awakening was a time period in early American History, in which God used certain theologians to preach His Word to multitudes of people. Some of the theologians during this Awakening were Jonathan Edwards, and George Whitefield. Jonathan Edwards is remembered for his sermon entitled 'Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God', which had an impact on the hearers.
George Whitefield, was born in England, and came over here to America to preach to thousands of people at one time. He had a vision for sharing the Gospel and believed in using Gospel tracts. He did not approve of John Wesley's message of 'free grace' and because of that, people acknowledged him as the leader of the 'Calvinist Methodism'. Whitefield was also described as the great master of pulpit oratory.
Note: I'm not sure where I read or heard this, but, I remember hearing a story about a time when George Whitefield was preaching, and there was a man near him who was a heckler (someone who makes fun of the person preaching). The person would repeat everything George Whitefield was saying. I think he even copied his movements, making fun of George. After that message was all said and done, the heckler was convicted of his sin and repented and turned to Christ. I don't know the veracity of the story, and if anyone does know, please comment on it. I want to back up what I say with valid sources.
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