God chose two men, Jonathan Edwards and George Whitefield, to proclaim the gospel during the eighteenth century period known as the First Great Awakening. Edwards and Whitefield were key Americans who preached in New England colonies with an emphasis on the need for a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. As a result, revival spread throughout the colonies and people were committed to a new standard of personal morality. Charles Finney was an American Presbyterian minister and leader in the Second Great Awakening during the early nineteenth century in the United States. During this time, church membership soared and revival was implemented through camp meetings.

Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it the message that I tell you.

Jonah 3:2

Romans 10:15 says, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” As a result of their obedience to God’s call, Edwards, Whitefield and Finney had a profound impact on America’s Godly foundation.

Remember to give thanks for these men and others who have chosen to embrace the Lord’s commission to preach His Word. Pray for strength for your spiritual leaders. Ask your Heavenly Father for a fresh wind of revival to spread throughout this nation as many boldly proclaim the redemptive truth of Jesus Christ.

Recommended Reading: Romans 1:8-17