Reading of the interaction between these two men of such significant influence, when our church today so badly neds a similar evangelical revival, is likely to be 'a great blessing' to you!
Marylynne Rouse ... a beautifully written book which brings Whitefield and Newton alive for a new generation.
Peter J. Morden Grant Gordon has written a full ... Read moreand careful study of their relations which reveals something of the calibre of the two men as devoted Christian leaders.
David Bebbington ... spiritually delightful and historically valuable study of the precious relational dynamic between two of the greatest Anglican evangelicals of the eighteenth century.
Lee Gatiss ... an invaluable contribution to new understanding of the shared theology and history of these two great servants of the Lord. I could not recommend it more.
Jonathan Aitken ... gave me fresh insights into the ministries of those special men, and a fresh appreciation for the grace of God that enabled them. This is history worth reading and pondering.
Stanley K. Fowler Grant Gordon's careful research has uncovered an important story, both for fleshing out the early history of modern evangelicalism and offering an encouraging picture of that evangelicalism at its best.
Mark A. Noll This is not simply a book for lovers of church history; all Christian people will benefit from it spiritually. For those unfamiliar with the two men, this will make an excellent introduction. For others, new light will be shed on a delightful Christian friendship. It is warmly recommended.
Robert W. Oliver, Evangelical Times George Whitefield and John Newton were two of the titans of eighteenth-century British evangelicalism. But for too long, the precise nature of their mutual influence has remained unclear. Grant Gordon's much-needed book rectifies that problem with its treasure trove of illuminating research.
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