The Evangelistic Zeal of George Whitefield Author: Steven J. Lawson | Language: English | ISBN:
1567693636 | Format: EPUB
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Effective Evangelism is humanly impossible. To take truth from the Bible, get it into your heart, cause it to burst into flames of love, and then carry it's living coals into another heart- no man has the power to do this. It requires an anointing from heaven. God gave that anointing to George Whitefield and used him to ignite thousands of souls. Steven Lawson draws us close to feel the fire in this stirring and informative book. May many read it and cry up to heaven for the flame to descend again! --Dr. Joel R. Beeke: President, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary Grand Rapids, Michigan
What I love about Steve Lawson's books is that he writes as a preacher, with a keen eye and ear for details that show what a vital role great preaching has played in the advance of the gospel, the growth and strengthening of the church, and the collective testimony of the Evangelical movement. This volume on George Whitefield is another superb example of Dr. Lawson's approach to history and biography. He highlights the key doctrinal nuances, character qualities, natural talents, and spiritual gifts that help explain why Whitefield was such a powerful preacher and such a monumental figure in church history. The book is written in an engaging, personal way that brings Whitefield to life. It's hard to put a book like this down. -- --Dr. John MacArthur: Pastor, Grace Community Church; President, The Masters College and Seminary Sun Valley, California
What I love about Steve Lawson's books is that he writes as a preacher, with a keen eye and ear for details that show what a vital role great preaching has played in the advance of the gospel, the growth and strengthening of the church, and the collective testimony of the Evangelical movement. This volume on George Whitefield is another superb example of Dr. Lawson's approach to history and biography. He highlights the key doctrinal nuances, character qualities, natural talents, and spiritual gifts that help explain why Whitefield was such a powerful preacher and such a monumental figure in church history. The book is written in an engaging, personal way that brings Whitefield to life. It's hard to put a book like this down. ----Dr. John MacArthur: Pastor, Grace Community Church; President, The Masters College and Seminary Sun Valley, California
About the Author
Dr.Lawson is the senior pastor of Christ Fellowship Baptist Church in Mobile, Alabama. He is a teaching fellow for Ligonier Ministries and a visiting professor for the Ligonier Academy of Biblical and Theological Studies, as well as a member of the board of directors for The Master s College and Seminary. He is also president of OnePassion Ministries, a ministry designed to bring about biblical reformation in the church today.
- Series: Long Line of Godly Men Profile (Book 7)
- Hardcover: 150 pages
- Publisher: Reformation Trust Publishing (February 18, 2014)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1567693636
- ISBN-13: 978-1567693638
- Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.5 x 0.7 inches
- Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
It is impossible to determine the impact that Reformation Trust's, A Long Line of Godly Men Series will have. have personally been enriched, challenged, and inspired by this excellent series that has surveyed the likes of Jonathan Edwards, John Calvin, Martin Luther, C.H. Spurgeon, and John Knox. The latest installment, The Evangelistic Zeal of George Whitefield by Steven Lawson packs a powerful punch and will leave readers hungry for more.
Several features make Dr. Lawson's latest work noteworthy. First, the book is very interesting and readable. It is filled with historical facts that help readers contextualize the arena that Whitefield ministered in - on both sides of the Atlantic.
Second, the book raises critical awareness about the biblical relationship between the doctrine of election and the need to evangelize. Lawson is quick to point out that while Whitefield embraced the doctrines of grace, he was also eager to proclaim the gospel to every creature - a scathing indictment of hyper-Calvinism and a challenge to anyone who scoffs at the two-fold truths of election and evangelism.
Third, the book provides an inside look at a man who faced a myriad of trials and tribulations. Every preacher, indeed, every Christ-f0llower experiences trials. But I have yet to meet a pastor who was met by an angry mob who hurled dead cats and rotten fruit onto the platform. Whitefield endured this and more. Yet he endured each tribulation and he passed the test.
Fourth, the book acquaints readers with the evangelistic zeal of George Whitefield. Here is a man who took the Great Commission seriously! His ministry led to countless conversions - all a result of faithful proclamation.
Whitefield was a man who refused to compromise the truth.
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