A Sermon on the Death of the Rev. Mr. George Whitefield
Overview
John Wesley was a contemporary of George Whitefield. Together, their role in the spread of the Great Awakening is immeasurable. This sermon, delivered at Whitefield’s funeral, provides an eye-witness testimony of the life and ministry of one of the greatest evangelists of the eighteenth century. A rare treasure for the church, Wesley’s sermon offers a personal glimpse into Whitefield’s life and character.
- Title: A Sermon on the Death of the Rev. Mr. George Whitefield
- Author: John Wesley
- Publisher: J. and W. Oliver
- Print Publication Date: 1770
- Logos Release Date: 2018
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Whitefield, George, 1714-1770; Methodism › Sermons; Sermons, English › 18th century
- Resource ID: LLS:SRMNDTHGRWHTFLD
- Resource Type: text.monograph.sermons
- Metadata Last Updated: 2020-10-26T20:52:21Z
John Wesley (1703–1791) is recognized as the founder of Methodism. An acclaimed preacher, Wesley traveled extensively on horseback and drew large crowds for his outdoor sermons. A contemporary of William Wilberforce, Wesley was a strong voice opposing slavery in England and the United States. His influence upon modern Christianity can be seen by the large number of Methodist organizations in the Wesleyan tradition all over the world.
Wesley attended Christ Church College in Oxford where he was a member of the small group known as the “Holy Group,” which also included George Whitefield and Charles Wesley. Wesley spent some time in America as a missionary.
Wesley has published over 200 books, many of which can be found in the John Wesley Collection (28 vols.), including his Explanatory Notes upon the Old and New Testaments, as well as essays, sermons, and more.