Baptist Heritage Course 2 - Lesson Four - The Great Awakening

The Great Awakening Begins 00:0010:03

• Overview of the Great Awakening, a significant revival in American history in the 1700s.
• Description of the two-pronged event that marked the beginning of the Great Awakening.
• Impact of the halfway covenant on church membership and moral decline in New England.

Jonathan Edwards and Revival 07:49

• Jonathan Edwards' role in the Great Awakening and his preaching on the new birth.
• Shift in geography of the revival from Northampton to New England.
• Introduction of George Whitfield and his influence on the awakening.

George Whitfield's Journey 15:45

• George Whitfield's transformation from an average English lad to a preacher.
• Whitfield's impactful preaching style, themes, and influence on conversions.
• Whitfield's extensive travels, preaching engagements, and success in sparking revivals.

Legacy of the Great Awakening 32:59

• Whitfield's burial and impact on the spiritual landscape of America.
• Comparison of Whitfield to biblical figures like Elijah and Elisha.
• Reflection on the lasting influence of the Great Awakening and its connection to Baptist heritage.