Publisher's Synopsis
Memoirs of Rev. Charles G. Finney is an autobiographical account of the life and ministry of Charles Grandison Finney, an American Presbyterian minister and leader in the Second Great Awakening. The book provides a detailed look into Finney's early life, his conversion to Christianity, and his subsequent work as a minister and evangelist.The memoirs cover Finney's early years, including his childhood in Connecticut, his education at Yale Law School, and his eventual conversion to Christianity. Finney then goes on to describe his ministry in various cities throughout the United States, including New York City, Philadelphia, and Boston.Throughout the book, Finney recounts his experiences as a revivalist preacher, describing the methods he used to convert sinners and the impact his preaching had on the communities he served. He also reflects on his theological beliefs and the challenges he faced in his ministry, including opposition from other ministers and criticism from the press.Memoirs of Rev. Charles G. Finney is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American Christianity and the Second Great Awakening. It provides a firsthand account of the life and ministry of one of the most influential preachers of the era and offers insights into the religious and social climate of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.