Chapeter 4 pgs. 57-62 Flashcards
What was the Halfway Covenant?
Adopted by the New England churches in 1662. Provided descendants of church members could be admitted as members will full privileges, except for participation in communion.
What was the revival that happened in England from 1730-1760 known as ?
The Evangelical or the Methodist Revival
What was the revival in America from 1730-1760 known as ?
The Great Awakening
Who preached the sermon “On the Dangers of an Unconverted Ministry” ?
Gilbert Tennent
Who preached “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” ?
Jonathan Edwards
What is Jonathan Edwards remembered as ?
1) Colonial America’s foremost theologian
2) One of the greatest intellects America has ever produced.
How many times did George Whitefield preach?
About 18,000 times.
What is George Whitefield remembered as ?
His is remembered as the most powerful voice in the Great Awakening.
Who was Phillis Wheatley?
The first black female writer in America.
Who was the best-known missionary to the Indians ?
David Brainard
What four colleges came directly out of the Great Awakening ?
Princeton, Brown, Rutgers, and Dartmouth
Why was there a need for a spiritual revival in America ?
Because many people claimed to be Christians when in reality, they had never accepted Christ as their Savior.
